Be Focused Pro vs MaxButton
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Be Focused Pro
This app helps you stay focused and productive by breaking down tasks into timed intervals with short breaks. It offers task management, customizable timers, progress tracking, and cross-device synchronization. Achieve your goals with structured work sessions.
- Task creation and management
- Customizable work and break intervals
- Progress tracking and reports
- Cross-device synchronization
- Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets
- Apple Watch support
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Staying on task seems is a real challenge for our screen-bound generation. The Be Focused lets you get things done by breaking up individual tasks among discrete intervals, separated by short breaks. It’s a surprisingly effective way to retain motivation and focus. Create tasks, configure breaks and track your progress throughout the day, week or custom period. Use Be Focused on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac — everything stays perfectly in sync. Task Management • Create and manage tasks • Add notes and due dates to tasks • Organize tasks with tags and filters • Paste task lists from other apps Timer Control • Start, pause, or skip intervals • Auto-start the next interval (optionally) • Plan intervals needed for task completion and track accuracy • Manage completed intervals Timer Customization • Set durations for work sessions, short and long breaks • Define number of intervals before a long break • Set a daily goal for completed intervals • Assign different timer settings to individual tasks Reports • View detailed reports to monitor your progress • Export your data in CSV format Sounds and Notifications • Chronometer ticking sound with adjustable frequency • Variety of alarm sounds • Interactive notifications • Adjustable volume for alarms and chronometer Integration • Sync across all your devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac) * • Integration with Focus Matrix to manage tasks using urgent/important principle ** • Integration with Shortcuts app to automate workflow Quick Access • Widgets for Lock Screen and Home Screen • Live activities for Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Control to start or stop the timer from the Lock Screen, Controls Center, or Action Button Automation • Integration with Shortcuts app (control tasks and timers via Shortcuts app) • Automate Shortcuts execution on events in Be Focused app Device Support • Apple Watch support • Also available for Mac • Dark and Light mode support * Sync with Mac requires Be Focused Pro for macOS, sold separately. ** Integration with Focus Matrix requires the Pro version of Focus Matrix, sold separately.
MaxButton
Instantly expand videos to full screen in Safari with a single click. This tool enhances your viewing experience by eliminating distractions and streamlining access to fullscreen playback across various platforms.
- Instant full-screen toggle
- Seamless Safari integration
- Works across major video platforms
- Enhanced video experience
- Customizable preferences
- Optimized for quality
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MaxButton – Effortless Full-Screen Video Playback in Safari MaxButton is a premium, sophisticated tool designed for those who demand the best when it comes to their online video experience. With a single click, MaxButton allows you to instantly expand videos to full screen, saving you time and eliminating the hassle of constantly searching for the fullscreen button. Whether you're watching a movie, catching up on your favorite show, or viewing educational content, MaxButton transforms your Safari browser into an immersive, distraction-free environment, enhancing your viewing experience in ways you never imagined. As a flagship app, MaxButton combines cutting-edge functionality with seamless design. It works effortlessly across a wide range of video platforms, allowing you to enjoy your content in full screen with a level of ease and precision not available in other apps. No more wasted time navigating interfaces or toggling between multiple controls—MaxButton gives you instant control, instantly transforming your video viewing into an uninterrupted, high-quality experience. MaxButton is a premium solution for users who expect nothing less than perfection when it comes to video playback. Designed specifically for Safari, it offers a smooth, optimized experience that no other browser extension can match. With MaxButton, every video becomes a more immersive, cinematic experience, without the need for clumsy interfaces or excessive clicks. Key Features: • Instant Full-Screen Toggle: Switch to full screen in a single click directly from the toolbar—no need to search for a fullscreen button or navigate away from your content. • Seamless Integration with Safari: Fully optimized for Safari, MaxButton integrates effortlessly with your browser for the most fluid and reliable full-screen experience. • Works Across Major Video Platforms: MaxButton supports most popular video platforms, so you can enjoy smooth, uninterrupted full-screen playback no matter what you’re watching. • Enhanced Video Experience: Say goodbye to distractions and unnecessary steps—MaxButton delivers a streamlined, immersive video experience with minimal fuss. • Customizable Preferences: Fine-tune your MaxButton experience to your needs with intuitive settings, allowing you to personalize the way you interact with videos in full screen. • Optimized for Quality: Enjoy top-tier performance and visual fidelity with minimal lag or disruption—MaxButton ensures your videos are delivered in their highest quality without compromise. Important Notes: • MaxButton is exclusively compatible with Safari. It is designed specifically for use within this browser and does not function with other browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. • Full-screen support on iPhone is limited due to inherent platform restrictions. We are continually working to enhance the mobile experience, but please note that full screen playback may be restricted on certain devices. Why Choose MaxButton? MaxButton isn’t just another browser extension—it’s a premium tool for discerning users who want more from their video experience. Designed with the modern viewer in mind, MaxButton ensures that you can watch your favorite content without interruption, distraction, or frustration. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a video professional, this app takes your Safari browsing to new heights. MaxButton isn't just about expanding videos to full screen; it's about delivering an experience that feels seamless, effortless, and sophisticated. With one simple click, MaxButton opens up a world of immersive content, helping you enjoy videos in the way they were meant to be seen—large, vibrant, and full of detail. Ready to elevate your online video experience? Start using MaxButton today and discover how effortless full-screen playback can be. Unlock the Power of MaxButton—Your Ultimate Video Companion for Safari.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: MaxButton at $2.99 against Be Focused Pro's $19.99. MaxButton also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). Be Focused Pro's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Be Focused Pro costs $19.99 and MaxButton $2.99 up front. MaxButton sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Be Focused Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
Be Focused Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Be Focused Pro has 3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Be Focused Pro ships an update every 5 months, MaxButton fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Be Focused Pro | MaxButton |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | $2.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.6 (3K ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 80.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Denys Ievenko | Lucas Exequiel Di Tomase |
Customer experience
Be Focused Pro
MaxButton
Bugs and requests
Be Focused Pro
Reported bugs
4 issues- Sync issues causing data loss
- Timers not working correctly
- Notifications not triggering on silent mode
- Inconsistent behavior when switching devices
Requested features
6 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to set custom timers per task
- Option to skip or pause breaks
- Integration with Apple Watch complications
- Better reporting and analytics
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- Ability to import tasks from other apps
MaxButton
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Be Focused Pro
No in-app purchases
MaxButton
- 1 Month Subscription Plan$1.991 Month
- 6 Months Subscription Plan$4.996 Months
- 1 Year Subscription Plan$9.991 Year
Questions
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