Skip to content
ToolGPA

Focus alternatives · Focus

Focus alternatives with a Windows app

The Focus listing does not include a Windows app. 19 of the 83 other focus apps in this directory list a Windows app.

Focus is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29. 17 of them are free or have a free plan.

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

The 12 closest to Focus

  1. Cold Turkey Blocker

    Website and app blocker for Windows and Mac with strict locks

    • Cold Turkey Blocker starts at $45 one-time purchase (Blocker Pro). Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Cold Turkey Blocker has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Cold Turkey Blocker lists a Windows app.
    • Only Cold Turkey Blocker lists a browser extension.
    Cold Turkey Blocker vs FocusCold Turkey Blocker pricing and details

  2. Freedom

    Website and app blocker that runs across computers and phones

    • Freedom starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Freedom has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Freedom lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Freedom lists a browser extension.
    Freedom vs FocusFreedom pricing and details

  3. 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

  4. 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

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

  6. 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

  7. ScreenZen

    Free app that delays and blocks distracting apps and sites

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

  8. 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

  9. Focus Bear

    Distraction blocker and guided routines built for ADHD brains

    • Focus Bear starts at $9.99 / month, billed monthly. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Focus Bear has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Focus Bear lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Focus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Focus Bear pricing and details

  10. LifeAt

    Virtual workspace with ambient scenes, timers and a task planner

    • LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • LifeAt has a free plan. Focus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only LifeAt lists a web app.
    • Only LifeAt lists a Windows app.
    LifeAt pricing and details

  11. 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

  12. Brain.fm

    Functional music for focus, relaxation, sleep and meditation

    • Brain.fm starts at $99.99 / year, billed annually. Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29.
    • Only Brain.fm lists a web app.
    • Only Brain.fm lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Focus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Brain.fm pricing and details

7 more that list a Windows app

All 19 in one table

Common questions

Which Focus alternatives have a Windows app?

Cold Turkey Blocker, Freedom, FocusMe, Pomofocus, Focus To-Do, RoundPie, ScreenZen, StayFree and 11 more list a Windows app.

Does Focus have a Windows app?

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

Which of these focus apps are free?

Cold Turkey Blocker, Freedom, FocusMe, Pomofocus, Focus To-Do, RoundPie, ScreenZen, StayFree and 9 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 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.