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Flipd alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Flipd alternative for most people is Forest (3.0 GPA), second in our ranking of focus apps. The best free one is Flora (3.2 GPA).

Flipd compared with 5 alternatives: Forest, Focusmate, Pomofocus, Flora and StudyStream.

Flipd has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.99 per month, or $42.99 per year. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
FlipdThis toolFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
FocusmateFree plan · from $8/moYesWeb
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
FloraFree plan · from $0.99YesiOS, Android
StudyStreamFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

Flipd starts at $3.58 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 4 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Forest, Pomofocus and StudyStream.

Focusmate scores higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessFlipdForestFocusmatePomofocusStudyStream

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The full chart of focus apps, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Flipd

  1. Forest

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

    • Forest starts at $5.99 / month, or $35.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Forest also lists a browser extension.
    • Forest does not cover time tracking and community, which Flipd does.

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

    Forest vs FlipdForest pricing and details

  2. Focusmate

    Virtual coworking that pairs you with a partner on video

    • Focusmate starts at $8 / month, billed annually.
    • Focusmate also lists a web app.
    • Focusmate lists no iOS and Android apps, which Flipd has.
    • Focusmate also covers video calls.
    • Focusmate does not cover site & app blocker, Pomodoro timer, time tracking, focus music and community, which Flipd does.

    Suits: People who start tasks more easily with someone else present

    Focusmate vs FlipdFocusmate pricing and details

  3. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year.
    • Pomofocus also lists a web app and macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Pomofocus lists no iOS and Android apps, which Flipd has.
    • Pomofocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Pomofocus also covers templates and tasks.

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

    Pomofocus vs FlipdPomofocus 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).
    • Flora also covers tasks, habit tracking and goals.
    • Flora does not cover time tracking, focus music and community, which Flipd does.

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

    Flora vs FlipdFlora pricing and details

  5. StudyStream

    Live video study rooms open around the clock

    • StudyStream starts at $1.99 / month (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • StudyStream also lists a web app.
    • StudyStream also covers tasks and video calls.
    • StudyStream does not cover site & app blocker, time tracking, focus music and community, which Flipd does.

    Suits: Students who study better alongside other people on camera

    StudyStream vs FlipdStudyStream pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Flipd

  • Mobile only: the pages list iOS and Android apps and no desktop or web version.
  • The free plan allows one break per session and timers up to 40 minutes; custom pomodoro timers need a subscription.
  • App hiding on iPhone was moved to a separate app, Focus Lock; the Flipd iOS app no longer does it.
  • Prices on the page are in USD and may differ in your region or app store.
Flipd pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Flipd?

The alternatives to Flipd in this directory are Forest, Focusmate, Pomofocus, Flora and StudyStream. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Flipd.

Is there a free alternative to Flipd?

Yes. Forest, Focusmate, Pomofocus, Flora and StudyStream have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Flipd alternatives work on Windows?

The Flipd listing does not include a Windows app. Pomofocus lists one.

Which Flipd alternatives work on macOS?

The Flipd listing does not include a macOS app. Pomofocus lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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