# Be Focused vs Bobs, behavior observation

The clearest difference is rating: Be Focused at 4.7 against Bobs, behavior observation's 4.0. Be Focused also leads on ratings volume (4.3K vs 1). Bobs, behavior observation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Be Focused sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bobs, behavior observation asks for nothing beyond the download.

Be Focused holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Be Focused has 4.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of Be Focused's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bobs, behavior observation's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Be Focused | Bobs, behavior observation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/be-focused-deep-focus-timer/id973130201/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bobs-behavior-observation/id6593659157/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.3K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 38 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Denys Ievenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/427936468) | [Hafthor Haugen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760216620) |

## What reviewers say

### Be Focused

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/be-focused-deep-focus-timer/id973130201)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Straightforward and easy to use
- 🚀 Helps with focus and productivity
- 💡 Customizable work and break times
- 📊 Tracks time spent on tasks
- 🔔 Good notification system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing issues between devices
- 🔔 Inconsistent notification sounds
- 💻 Lack of dark mode
- 🔍 Difficulty rearranging tasks

**Reported bugs**

- Timer resets unexpectedly
- Timers not syncing correctly across devices
- Notifications not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- 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


### Bobs, behavior observation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bobs-behavior-observation/id6593659157)

This tool allows for the observation and tracking of behaviors in different environments. Users can customize observation settings, log behaviors in real-time, and analyze recorded data through detailed tables. Data is stored securely on the device and can be exported for further analysis.

**Highlights:** Customizable observation sessions, Real-time behavior logging, Secure local data management, Detailed session analysis tables, Export data to Excel

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Be Focused free?

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

### Is Bobs, behavior observation free?

Bobs, behavior observation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Be Focused or Bobs, behavior observation?

Be Focused is rated higher. Be Focused averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while Bobs, behavior observation averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Be Focused or Bobs, behavior observation have ads?

Be Focused shows ads; Bobs, behavior observation does not.

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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.*