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Focus - Deep Work Timer alternatives

Focus - Deep Work Timer compared with 6 alternatives: Session, Flow, Be Focused, Focused Work, Focus Keeper and 1 more.

Focus - Deep Work Timer has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store). 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
Focus - Deep Work TimerThis toolFree plan · from $6.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
SessionFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, iOS
FlowFree plan · from $17.99/yrYesmacOS, iOS
Be FocusedFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
Focused WorkFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
TomatoBarFreeFreemacOS

How each one differs from Focus - Deep Work Timer

  1. Session

    Pomodoro focus timer with analytics for Mac, iPhone and iPad

    • Session starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Session also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers tasks and menu bar app.

    Suits: Mac and iPhone users who work in Pomodoro intervals

    Session vs Focus - Deep Work TimerSession 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). Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Flow can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Flow also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers tasks and time tracking.

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

    Flow vs Focus - Deep Work TimerFlow pricing and details

  3. Be Focused

    Pomodoro timer with tasks for iPhone, iPad and Mac

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

    Suits: Apple users who want a Pomodoro timer tied to a task list

    Be Focused vs Focus - Deep Work TimerBe Focused pricing and details

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

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

    Focused Work vs Focus - Deep Work TimerFocused Work pricing and details

  5. 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). Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Only Focus - Deep Work Timer lists a macOS app.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs Focus - Deep Work TimerFocus Keeper pricing and details

  6. TomatoBar

    Free open-source Pomodoro timer for the Mac menu bar

    • TomatoBar is free. Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store).
    • Only Focus - Deep Work Timer lists an iOS app.
    • TomatoBar is open source, according to its own site.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers tasks and time tracking.

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

    TomatoBar vs Focus - Deep Work TimerTomatoBar pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Focus - Deep Work Timer

  • Apple platforms only: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple Vision Pro. No Windows, Android or web version is listed.
  • The vendor does not publish which features need Focus Pro, and its FAQ sends buyers to the App Store for prices.
  • The App Store shows yearly items from $19.99 to $49.99, so the price offered in the app may differ from the $39.99 listed first.
  • Focus for Mac is a separate App Store listing from the iPhone and iPad app. It needs macOS 14.0 or later, and the iPhone app iOS 18.0.
Focus - Deep Work Timer pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Focus - Deep Work Timer?

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

Is there a free alternative to Focus - Deep Work Timer?

Yes. TomatoBar is free to use. Session, Flow, Be Focused, Focused Work and Focus Keeper have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Focus - Deep Work Timer alternatives work on Android?

The Focus - Deep Work Timer listing does not include an Android app. Focus Keeper lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Focus - Deep Work Timer?

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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