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Be Focused alternatives

Be Focused compared with 9 alternatives: Session, Flow, Focus Keeper, Focus To-Do, Pomofocus and 4 more.

Be Focused has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store). 8 of the 9 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

9 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Be FocusedThis toolFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
SessionFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, iOS
FlowFree plan · from $17.99/yrYesmacOS, iOS
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Focus - Deep Work TimerFree plan · from $6.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
Focused WorkFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
TomatoBarFreeFreemacOS
Vitamin-RFree trial · from $29.95 one-timeTrial onlymacOS

How each one differs from Be Focused

  1. Session

    Pomodoro focus timer with analytics for Mac, iPhone and iPad

    • Session starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Be Focused can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Session also covers time tracking.
    • Be Focused also covers tasks.

    Suits: Mac and iPhone users who work in Pomodoro intervals

    Session vs Be FocusedSession pricing and details

  2. Flow

    Minimal Pomodoro timer for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

    • Flow starts at $17.99 / year ($1.49 / month), or $2.99 monthly (US App Store). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Flow also covers menu bar app.
    • Be Focused also covers tasks.

    Suits: People who work only on Apple devices and want one timer across them

    Flow vs Be FocusedFlow pricing and details

  3. Focus Keeper

    Pomodoro timer with progress charts for iPhone, Android and web

    • Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Only Be Focused lists a macOS app.
    • Be Focused can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs Be FocusedFocus Keeper pricing and details

  4. Focus To-Do

    Pomodoro timer combined with a task list and time reports

    • Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do also covers time tracking.
    • Be Focused also covers site & app blocker.

    Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer and a to-do list in one app

    Focus To-Do vs Be FocusedFocus To-Do pricing and details

  5. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Pomofocus lists a web app.
    • Only Pomofocus lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Be Focused lists an iOS app.
    • Pomofocus also covers templates and time tracking.

    Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer that opens in a browser tab

    Pomofocus vs Be FocusedPomofocus pricing and details

  6. Focus - Deep Work Timer

    Pomodoro timer with tasks and time tracking for Apple devices

    • Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Be Focused can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers time tracking and menu bar app.
    • Be Focused also covers site & app blocker.

    Suits: Apple users who want a timer and a task list in one app

    Focus - Deep Work Timer vs Be FocusedFocus - Deep Work Timer pricing and details

  7. Focused Work

    Focus timer with custom sessions for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Focused Work starts at $4.99 / month, or $29.99 / year (US App Store). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Focused Work also covers time tracking.
    • Be Focused also covers tasks.

    Suits: Apple users who want structured focus sessions, not only a countdown

    Focused Work vs Be FocusedFocused Work pricing and details

  8. TomatoBar

    Free open-source Pomodoro timer for the Mac menu bar

    • TomatoBar is free. Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Be Focused lists an iOS app.
    • TomatoBar is open source, according to its own site.
    • Be Focused can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • TomatoBar also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Mac users who want a plain Pomodoro timer at no cost

    TomatoBar vs Be FocusedTomatoBar pricing and details

  9. Vitamin-R

    Time-boxing and Pomodoro timer for the Mac

    • Vitamin-R starts at $29.95 one-time purchase (Single User license). Be Focused starts at $2.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Be Focused has a free plan. Vitamin-R does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Be Focused lists an iOS app.
    • Vitamin-R also covers time tracking, focus music and menu bar app.
    • Be Focused also covers tasks and site & app blocker.

    Suits: People who keep postponing vague or intimidating tasks

    Vitamin-R vs Be FocusedVitamin-R pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Be Focused

  • Apple platforms only: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac. No Windows, Android or web version is listed.
  • The free apps show banners and ads, and sync, tags and filters, and CSV export need Pro.
  • There are two ways to pay: Pro inside the free app, or the separate Be Focused Pro app at $19.99 per platform.
  • The Focus Matrix integration needs the Pro version of Focus Matrix, which is sold separately.
Be Focused pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Be Focused?

The alternatives to Be Focused in this directory are Session, Flow, Focus Keeper, Focus To-Do, Pomofocus, Focus - Deep Work Timer, Focused Work, TomatoBar and Vitamin-R. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Be Focused.

Is there a free alternative to Be Focused?

Yes. TomatoBar is free to use. Session, Flow, Focus Keeper, Focus To-Do, Pomofocus, Focus - Deep Work Timer and Focused Work have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Be Focused alternatives work on Windows?

The Be Focused listing does not include a Windows app. Focus To-Do and Pomofocus list one.

Which Be Focused alternatives work on Linux?

The Be Focused listing does not include a Linux app. Pomofocus lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Be Focused?

TomatoBar is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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