Be Focused vs Stillr

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.

Stillr - Study & Focus Timer A pomodoro and deep work timer for studying, writing, and anyone who just wants to focus - without fighting the app to get there. No onboarding. No "what's your goal?" questions. No subscription pressure. No streak shame. No pop-ups after your session. FOCUS SESSIONS - Classic pomodoro: 25-minute sessions with 5-minute breaks - Fully customizable work and break durations - Long-break cycles for extended deep work - Session progress dots - see how far you've come - Optional task label to keep you on track - Gentle chime between sessions BUILT FOR STUDY & DEEP WORK - Perfect for study sessions, exam prep, and homework sprints - Screen stays on during your session - Background sounds: rain, forest, white noise, or silence - Distraction-free interface - nothing to tap, nothing to dismiss - Works completely offline WHAT STILLR WILL NEVER DO - Ask how productive you felt after every session - Force you to set a goal before you begin - Push you to share your stats with strangers - Nag you with streak notifications - Show you ads or upsell screens YOUR STATS, YOUR DATA - See your weekly focus hours at a glance - Simple bar chart - no gamification, no comparisons - All data stored locally on your device - No account required. No cloud Privacy Policy: https://erkarslan.github.io/privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/