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Focus alternatives with a Linux app

The Focus listing does not include a Linux app. 10 of the 83 other focus apps in this directory list a Linux app.

Focus is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29. All of them are free or have a free plan.

10 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from Focus

  1. FocusMe

    Website and app blocker with hard-to-bypass enforced plans

    • FocusMe starts at $9.95 / month (per the pricing page title); $249 lifetime. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • FocusMe has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only FocusMe lists Windows, Linux, Android and iOS apps.
    • Only FocusMe lists a browser extension.
    FocusMe vs FocusFocusMe pricing and details

  2. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Pomofocus has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Pomofocus lists a web app.
    • Only Pomofocus lists Windows and Linux apps.
    Pomofocus pricing and details

  3. RoundPie

    Pomodoro timer that tracks time on tasks from other tools

    • RoundPie starts at €2 / month, billed annually (€24), for the Lite plan. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • RoundPie has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only RoundPie lists a web app.
    • Only RoundPie lists Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    RoundPie pricing and details

  4. Focus Timer

    Free Pomodoro timer for Linux, formerly GNOME Pomodoro

    • Focus Timer is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Focus Timer has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Focus Timer lists a Linux app.
    • Only Focus lists a macOS app.
    Focus Timer pricing and details

  5. StayFree

    Free cross-device screen time tracker and app and site blocker

    • StayFree is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • StayFree has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only StayFree lists Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only StayFree lists a browser extension.
    StayFree pricing and details

  6. Pomello

    Desktop Pomodoro timer that runs on your Trello cards

    • Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium). Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Pomello has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Pomello lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Focus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Pomello pricing and details

  7. Pomatez

    Free open-source Pomodoro desktop app with a built-in task list

    • Pomatez is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Pomatez has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Pomatez lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Pomatez is open source, according to its own site.
    Pomatez pricing and details

  8. Stretchly

    Open-source break reminder for Mac, Windows and Linux

    • Stretchly is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Stretchly has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Stretchly lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Stretchly is open source, according to its own site.
    Stretchly pricing and details

  9. Workrave

    Free RSI-prevention break reminder with daily usage limits

    • Workrave is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Workrave has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Workrave lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Focus lists a macOS app.
    Workrave pricing and details

  10. Blanket

    Free open-source ambient sound mixer for the Linux desktop

    • Blanket is free. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Blanket has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Blanket lists a Linux app.
    • Only Focus lists a macOS app.
    Blanket pricing and details

Common questions

Which Focus alternatives have a Linux app?

FocusMe, Pomofocus, RoundPie, Focus Timer, StayFree, Pomello, Pomatez, Stretchly and 2 more list a Linux app.

Does Focus have a Linux app?

The Focus listing does not include a Linux app. It lists macOS.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Focus: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.