# Focus vs Bluebird Focus Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bluebird Focus Timer at free with in-app purchases against Focus's subscription. Bluebird Focus Timer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (85% vs 57%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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.

Bluebird Focus Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.8K and 622 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Focus's written reviews are positive against 85% of Bluebird Focus Timer's.

Focus ships an update every 10 days, Bluebird Focus Timer fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus | Bluebird Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-deep-work-timer/id975017240/reviews) | **[4.8 (622 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluebird-focus-timer/id1478757472/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 622 |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **85.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 301 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Meaningful Things GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/896347016) | [Cub & Pup](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478757471) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-deep-work-timer/id975017240)

This app helps users improve concentration and productivity by breaking work into structured intervals with scheduled breaks. It offers task management, detailed statistics, and syncs across all Apple devices, including Apple Watch and widgets.

**Highlights:** Customizable Pomodoro timer, Unlimited to-do lists, In-depth productivity statistics, iCloud sync across Apple devices, Lock Screen and Home Screen widgets, Apple Watch app

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus - Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Focus - 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Focus Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Focus Yearly | $27.99 | per year |
| Focus Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Focus Early Bird | $29.99 | per year |
| Focus Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Focus Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Patron Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Time tracking
- 👍 Minimalist design
- 🚀 Seamless cross-device sync
- 👍 Helpful for productivity
- 👍 Great for Pomodoro technique

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Sync issues between devices
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Forced to pay for basic functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Infinite intro screen
- Prompts to set up app on every open
- Timer resets unexpectedly
- Sync issues between iPhone, iPad, and Watch
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to duplicate tasks
- Calendar integration
- Background sounds
- Customizable timer lengths
- Automatic focus mode switching


### 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 Focus free?

Focus 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, Focus or Bluebird Focus Timer?

Bluebird Focus Timer is rated higher. Focus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Bluebird Focus Timer averages 4.8 from 622 ratings.

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

Neither Focus nor Bluebird Focus Timer shows ads.

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

Focus ships an update every 10 days, and Bluebird Focus Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Focus was updated on September 23, 2026 and Bluebird Focus Timer on September 23, 2026.

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