Comparison

Be Focused vs CloudReceipts

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Be Focused

This app helps you stay focused by breaking down tasks into timed work intervals with short breaks. It offers task management, customizable timers, progress tracking, and cross-device synchronization. Enhance your productivity and concentration with this effective tool.

Highlights
  • Task creation and management
  • Customizable work/break intervals
  • Progress tracking and reports
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Widgets and Lock Screen controls
  • Sound and notification options
Features
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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 Pro Version Features • Single purchase unlocks Pro on iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Sync across all your devices • Tags and filters to organize tasks and maintain focus • Integration with Focus Matrix to manage tasks using urgent/important principle * • Shortcuts execution on events in Be Focused app • Export data in CSV format • No banners, no ads Be Focused is free to download and use forever. However, if you want to access the Pro features on all your iPhones, iPads, and Macs, you can upgrade to the Pro version. The Pro subscription comes in three different options: Monthly, Yearly with a 7-day trial, and Lifetime (one-time payment). Payment will be charged to your App Store account and will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://xwavesoft.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://xwavesoft.com/terms-of-use.html * Integration with Focus Matrix requires the Pro version of Focus Matrix, sold separately.

About

CloudReceipts

Easily organize and categorize your expenses for Canadian tax deductions. Capture receipts with your phone camera, and let the app automatically extract data and track spending. Seamlessly integrate with tax software for simplified filing.

Highlights
  • Receipt capture via smartphone camera
  • Automatic expense categorization
  • OCR data extraction
  • Integration with CloudTax
  • Secure receipt storage (6 years)
  • Mileage tracking (paid plan)
  • Detailed expense reports (paid plan)
Features
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CloudReceipts – Receipt Scanner, Expense Tracker & Tax Filing Companion Built by CloudTax, a CRA-certified tax software provider, CloudReceipts is made for tax filing in Canada. The CRA requires you to keep receipts for up to 6 years. We help you stay organized, compliant, and ready by securely storing and categorizing your receipts all year. CloudReceipts is a simple yet powerful receipt scanner and expense tracker designed for Canadians. Whether you're filing personal taxes, managing self-employment income, or running a small business, everything stays organized and ready when you need it. Snap a photo of your receipts and let CloudReceipts turn them into clean, tax-ready records. No spreadsheets, no guesswork. Just clear, organized expenses that help you maximize your deductions and file with confidence. Scan Receipts Instantly with Smart OCR Simply take a photo of your receipt using your phone. CloudReceipts uses advanced OCR (optical character recognition) to automatically extract key details such as merchant name, date, and amount. No more manual entry or spreadsheets. Auto-Categorize Expenses for Tax Deductions Receipts are automatically categorized into common tax deduction categories, making it easier to track business expenses, claim eligible deductions, and stay organized throughout the year. Built for Canadian Tax Filing (CRA Ready) CloudReceipts is designed with Canadian tax requirements in mind. Store your receipts securely for up to 6 years to meet CRA audit requirements. Easily access, download, and share your receipts as PDFs if needed. All-in-One Expense Tracker & Mileage Tracker • Receipt scanner for business and personal expenses • Expense tracker for self-employed and freelancers • Mileage tracker for vehicle and travel deductions • Categorized expense reports for tax filing • Real-time tracking of spending and deductions Seamless Integration with CloudTax CloudReceipts connects directly with CloudTax, allowing you to import your expenses into your tax return with one click. Reduce errors, save time, and file your taxes faster with everything already organized. Perfect for Multiple Use Cases • Self-employed professionals tracking business expenses • Gig workers (Uber, DoorDash, freelancers) managing deductions • Small business owners organizing receipts and expenses • Individuals tracking medical expenses, donations, and credits • Anyone who wants to stay organized before tax season Free Plan for Personal Use Use CloudReceipts for free to store and organize receipts related to personal tax credits like medical expenses and charitable donations. Premium Plan for Advanced Tax Tracking Upgrade to Premium ($9.99/month or $89.99/year) and unlock: • Unlimited receipt storage • Advanced OCR with smarter data extraction • Mileage tracking for business use • Detailed, tax-ready expense reports • Enhanced tools for freelancers and small businesses Secure, Reliable & Always Accessible Your receipts are securely stored in the cloud and accessible anytime. CloudReceipts ensures your financial records are protected, organized, and ready when you need them. Why CloudReceipts? Unlike generic receipt apps, CloudReceipts is built specifically for tax filing. Every feature is designed to help you track expenses, maximize deductions, and simplify your tax return. Stop scrambling at tax time. Stay organized all year. Subscription Information • Payment is charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation • Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before renewal • Renewal is charged within 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage subscriptions anytime in your iTunes account settings CloudReceipts helps you scan receipts, track expenses, organize deductions, and file your taxes with confidence.

Screenshots

Be Focused4 screens
CloudReceipts4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Be Focused at 91% against CloudReceipts's 50%. CloudReceipts's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Be Focused sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and CloudReceipts sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Be Focused ships an update every 5 months, CloudReceipts every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Be Focused versus CloudReceipts: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBe FocusedCloudReceipts
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenys IevenkoCloudTax Inc.

Customer experience

Be Focused

All ratings4,323 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.7%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews1,709 reviews
Positive90.7%
Neutral4.7%
Negative4.6%

CloudReceipts

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

Be Focused

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timer resets unexpectedly
  • Timers not syncing correctly across devices
  • Notifications not always working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to override Do Not Disturb mode
  • Ability to log partial intervals
  • Time tracking with notes per interval
  • Customizable notification sounds
  • Ability to set task-specific time limits

CloudReceipts

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Be Focused

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$23.99
2 purchases

CloudReceipts

Subscriptions2
  • CloudReceipt$6.991 Month
  • CloudReceipts$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Be Focused free?
Be Focused is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CloudReceipts free?
CloudReceipts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Be Focused or CloudReceipts have ads?
Be Focused shows ads; CloudReceipts does not.
Which is updated more often, Be Focused or CloudReceipts?
Be Focused ships an update every 5 months, and CloudReceipts every 3 weeks. Most recently, Be Focused was updated on November 1, 2026 and CloudReceipts on October 25, 2026.

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