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Engross alternatives

Engross compared with 6 alternatives: Focus To-Do, Forest, Focus Keeper, Flora, Regain and 1 more.

Engross has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
EngrossThis toolFree plan · from $5.99YesiOS, Android
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
FloraFree plan · from $0.99YesiOS, Android
RegainFree plan · from $9.99/moYesiOS, Android
GoodtimeFree plan · from $6.99 one-timeYesiOS, Android

How each one differs from Engross

  1. 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). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Engross also covers calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

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

    Focus To-Do vs EngrossFocus To-Do pricing and details

  2. Forest

    Focus timer that grows a virtual tree while you stay off apps

    • Forest starts at $5.99 / month, or from $32.49 / year (US App Store). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Only Forest lists a browser extension.
    • Engross also covers tasks, calendar and time tracking.

    Suits: People who respond to a visual reward for staying off their phone

    Forest vs EngrossForest 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). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Engross also covers calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs EngrossFocus Keeper pricing and details

  4. Flora

    Free focus timer that grows trees, alone or with friends

    • Flora starts at $0.99 to $1.99 per tour, one-time (US App Store). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Flora also covers habit tracking and goals.
    • Engross also covers calendar, time tracking and focus music.

    Suits: Students who stay off their phone better with a visual reward

    Flora vs EngrossFlora pricing and details

  5. Regain

    Study timer that blocks distracting apps until you finish

    • Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Engross also covers tasks and calendar.

    Suits: Students preparing for exams who study with a phone nearby

    Regain vs EngrossRegain pricing and details

  6. Goodtime

    Minimalist open-source Pomodoro timer for Android

    • Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US). Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown).
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Engross also covers tasks, calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: Android users who want a plain timer with no ads or account

    Goodtime vs EngrossGoodtime pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Engross

  • Phone and tablet only: iPhone, iPad and Android. No desktop or web version is listed.
  • The vendor does not say what Engross Premium unlocks; the stores show $5.99 on the US App Store and $0.99 to $7.99 per item on Google Play.
  • App blocking appears on the website and the Google Play listing but is not mentioned on the App Store listing.
  • The vendor's website is a single page with no pricing, help or documentation pages.
Engross pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Engross?

The alternatives to Engross in this directory are Focus To-Do, Forest, Focus Keeper, Flora, Regain and Goodtime. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Engross.

Is there a free alternative to Engross?

Yes. Focus To-Do, Forest, Focus Keeper, Flora, Regain and Goodtime have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Engross alternatives work on Windows?

The Engross listing does not include a Windows app. Focus To-Do lists one.

Which Engross alternatives work on macOS?

The Engross listing does not include a macOS app. Focus To-Do lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Engross?

Goodtime 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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