# Focus vs Nework

The clearest difference is rating: Nework at 5.0 against Focus's 4.4. Nework also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 9) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Focus's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 1). On price, ads 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. Nework asks for nothing beyond the download.

Nework holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus has 1.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus | Nework |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-deep-work-timer/id975017240/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nework/id6744285180/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 57.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 311 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Meaningful Things GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/896347016) | [Emilio Serna](https://appshunter.io/developer/1587429433) |

## 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


### Nework

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nework/id6744285180)

Manage your coworking space, equipped office, or virtual office activities efficiently. Track services, book meeting rooms, and receive important notifications for an enhanced work experience.

**Highlights:** Download invoices, View billing statements, Instant credit card payments, Track service usage, Book meeting rooms, Receive phone messages, Get mail notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus free?

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

### Is Nework free?

Nework is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Focus or Nework?

Nework is rated higher. Focus averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Nework averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Focus or Nework have ads?

Neither Focus nor Nework shows ads.

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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.*