40IP vs RoboFocus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
40IP
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40 Inventive Principles in one app. Speed up your idea generation process using the 40 Inventive Principles from the TRIZ toolbox. The theory of inventive problem solving, developed by Genrich Altshuller, offers a plethora of tools for generating innovative ideas to solve inventive problems. The 40 Inventive Principles are probably the best-known tool for taking the broader view when working on a task. 40IP contains the 40 Inventive Principles, explained by more than 400 illustrated examples, bundled as a compact reference for every situation. Use it to resolve technical as well as physical contradictions and take advantage of a wide variety of suggestions to increase your idea output. Features: - 40 Inventive Principles - 400+ illustrated examples - Engineering Contradiction (Altshuller Matrix, Matrix 2003) - Physical Contradiction
RoboFocus
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Boost your productivity with RoboFocus, a beautifully simple Pomodoro timer designed to help you work smarter, not harder. Whether youβre studying, working, or tackling personal projects, RoboFocus keeps you on track with the proven 25β5 minute Pomodoro method. Break tasks into focused sprints, enjoy regular breaks, and achieve more with less stress. Features: β’ Customizable Focus & Break Times β adjust sessions to fit your flow β’ Clean Timer Interface β distraction-free design for deep focus β’ Progress Tracking β see your daily productivity stats β’ Sound Alert β never miss when itβs time to rest or restart Perfect for students, freelancers, and professionals β anyone who wants to work with focus and finish with energy. Download RoboFocus today and take control of your time.
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Verdict
40IP and RoboFocus are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | 40IP | RoboFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 15.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 81 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TRIZ Consulting Group GmbH | Taizen Labs LLC |
In-app purchases
40IP
No in-app purchases
RoboFocus
No in-app purchases









