# Focus vs Task Flow

The clearest difference is monetization model: Task Flow at free with in-app purchases against Focus's subscription. Task Flow also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 57%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). Focus's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 332). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Task Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Task Flow holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus has 1.8K ratings behind it against 332, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Focus's written reviews are positive against 78% of Task Flow's.

Focus ships an update every 10 days, Task Flow monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus | Task Flow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-deep-work-timer/id975017240/reviews) | **[4.7 (332 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 332 |
| Positive reviews | 56.9% of reviews | **78.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 301 MB | 138 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Meaningful Things GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/896347016) | [Vladimir Butko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556257481) |

## 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


### Task Flow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/task-flow-tasks-and-checklists/id1591229483)

This app is a comprehensive task manager and planner that helps you organize, plan, and track your tasks and projects. It offers versatile prioritization, multi-project integration, a focus timer, and customizable project visualizations to boost productivity and ensure deadlines are met.

**Highlights:** Versatile prioritization, Multi-project integration, Focus Timer, Project visualization (lists/Kanban), Detailed task information, Home screen widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Task Flow+ Monthly (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Task Flow+ Annual (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Task Flow+ Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Smooth syncing across devices
- 💡 Flexible task management (multiple projects, sections)
- 👍 Clean and pleasing design
- 👍 Helpful features (attachments, Pomodoro timer)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Lacking some advanced features (calendar integration, time tracking)
- 🔍 Confusing UI in some areas (subtasks, board view)
- 🔍 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Dragging tasks can create unintended subtasks
- Popup windows appearing behind the app
- App icon image reverting unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app
- Improved task sorting and scheduling
- Better project management features (subfolders, archiving)
- Customizable quotes and theming
- Clickable links in notes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus free?

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

### Is Task Flow free?

Task Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Focus or Task Flow?

Task Flow is rated higher. Focus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Task Flow averages 4.7 from 332 ratings.

### Do Focus or Task Flow have ads?

Neither Focus nor Task Flow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus or Task Flow?

Focus ships an update every 10 days, and Task Flow monthly. Most recently, Focus was updated on September 27, 2026 and Task Flow on September 28, 2026.

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