# Cheatsheet vs Bluebird Focus Timer

The clearest difference is device support: Bluebird Focus Timer at 6 against Cheatsheet's 3. Bluebird Focus Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.4). Cheatsheet's advantage is ratings volume (1.9K vs 622). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cheatsheet sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Bluebird Focus Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Cheatsheet against 4.8 for Bluebird Focus Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.9K and 622 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Cheatsheet's written reviews are positive against 85% of Bluebird Focus Timer's.

Cheatsheet ships an update every 2 weeks, Bluebird Focus Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cheatsheet | Bluebird Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cheatsheet-sticky-note-widget/id914665829/reviews) | **[4.8 (622 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluebird-focus-timer/id1478757472/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.9K** | 622 |
| Positive reviews | 80.6% of reviews | **85.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 128 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Overdesigned, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/914665832) | [Cub & Pup](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478757471) |

## What reviewers say

### Cheatsheet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cheatsheet-sticky-note-widget/id914665829)

Quickly store and access important information like hotel room numbers or license plates via widgets, a custom keyboard, or your Apple Watch. This app simplifies recalling details without needing to unlock your phone.

**Highlights:** Quick recall memos, Widget access, Custom keyboard integration, Apple Watch app, Search functionality, Organize with folders, Format notes

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cheatsheet Pro | $0.99 | per month |
| Cheatsheet Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Cheatsheet Pro | $4.99 | per year |
| Cheatsheet Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $5.99 | one-time |
| Big Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Legacy | $19.99 | one-time |
| Cheatsheet Pro (Lifetime) | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick access to information
- 💡 Useful for remembering important details
- 🤖 Seamless Apple Watch integration
- 💻 Syncs across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sync issues
- 🔒 Lack of password protection
- 🔋 Apple Watch battery drain
- 💰 Paid upgrade required for full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Entries disappearing from widget
- Syncing problems between devices
- Crashes on older devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to sort/reorder entries
- Improve sync reliability
- Implement password protection
- Allow adding images/attachments to entries
- Expand customization options (colors, icons, etc.)


### Bluebird Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluebird-focus-timer/id1478757472)

This app combines a Pomodoro-style focus timer with task management to help users overcome procrastination and improve productivity. It offers features like time tracking, distraction blocking, and background sounds to enhance concentration for study and work.

**Highlights:** Flexible Pomodoro focus timer, Task management with due dates and priority, Time tracking and review, Background sounds for focus, Distraction blocker for apps and websites, Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, iCloud sync across Apple devices

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bluebird Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Bluebird Pro - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Bluebird Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Syncs well across devices
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🕰️ Helpful for staying focused
- 💻 Great Apple Watch integration
- 📊 Useful analytics and tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited customization options
- 🐛 Sync and stability issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription/lifetime cost
- 🔇 Quiet timer alerts

**Reported bugs**

- Distraction blocker not working as expected
- Inconsistent behavior across devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to pause/resume timers
- Improve to-do list functionality
- Integrate with calendar/reminders
- Expand distraction blocking capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cheatsheet free?

Cheatsheet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bluebird Focus Timer free?

Bluebird Focus Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cheatsheet or Bluebird Focus Timer?

Bluebird Focus Timer is rated higher. Cheatsheet averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Bluebird Focus Timer averages 4.8 from 622 ratings.

### Do Cheatsheet or Bluebird Focus Timer have ads?

Neither Cheatsheet nor Bluebird Focus Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cheatsheet or Bluebird Focus Timer?

Cheatsheet ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bluebird Focus Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Cheatsheet was updated on September 22, 2026 and Bluebird Focus Timer on September 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*