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Focus Keeper alternatives

Focus Keeper compared with 12 alternatives: Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Pomofocus, Forest, Flow and 7 more.

Focus Keeper has a free plan. Paid plans start at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). All 12 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Focus KeeperThis toolFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Be FocusedFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
FlowFree plan · from $17.99/yrYesmacOS, iOS
EngrossFree plan · from $5.99YesiOS, Android
FloraFree plan · from $0.99YesiOS, Android
Focus - Deep Work TimerFree plan · from $6.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
Focus FriendFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android
Focused WorkFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
GoodtimeFree plan · from $6.99 one-timeYesiOS, Android
PomelloFree plan · from $20/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux

How each one differs from Focus Keeper

  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). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

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

  2. 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 Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Be Focused lists a macOS app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Be Focused can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    Be Focused vs Focus KeeperBe Focused pricing and details

  3. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Pomofocus lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Pomofocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Pomofocus also covers templates.

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

    Pomofocus vs Focus KeeperPomofocus pricing and details

  4. 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). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Forest lists a browser extension.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Forest also covers site & app blocker and focus music.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks and time tracking.

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

    Forest vs Focus KeeperForest pricing and details

  5. 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 Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Flow lists a macOS app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Flow can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    Flow vs Focus KeeperFlow pricing and details

  6. Engross

    Pomodoro timer with to-do list and planner for phones

    • Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Engross also covers calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: Students planning study blocks and tracking study time

    Engross vs Focus KeeperEngross pricing and details

  7. 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). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Flora also covers site & app blocker, habit tracking and goals.
    • Focus Keeper also covers time tracking.

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

    Flora vs Focus KeeperFlora pricing and details

  8. Focus - Deep Work Timer

    Pomodoro timer with tasks and time tracking for Apple devices

    • Focus - Deep Work Timer starts at $6.99 / month, or $39.99 / year (US App Store). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus - Deep Work Timer lists a macOS app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Focus - Deep Work Timer also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Apple users who want a timer and a task list in one app

    Focus - Deep Work Timer vs Focus KeeperFocus - Deep Work Timer pricing and details

  9. Focus Friend

    Gamified focus timer with a bean character and a house to decorate

    • Focus Friend starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US App Store). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Focus Friend can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Focus Friend also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks and time tracking.

    Suits: People who keep to a timer more easily when it comes with a character and rewards

    Focus Friend vs Focus KeeperFocus Friend pricing and details

  10. 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 Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focused Work lists a macOS app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists an Android app.
    • Focused Work can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    Focused Work vs Focus KeeperFocused Work pricing and details

  11. Goodtime

    Minimalist open-source Pomodoro timer for Android

    • Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks.

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

    Goodtime vs Focus KeeperGoodtime pricing and details

  12. Pomello

    Desktop Pomodoro timer that runs on your Trello cards

    • Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium). Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Pomello lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks.

    Suits: Trello users who want to run Pomodoro sessions against their cards

    Pomello vs Focus KeeperPomello pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Focus Keeper

  • Focus Keeper publishes no price list; the US App Store shows Pro purchases at seven different amounts.
  • The vendor does not say which features are limited to Focus Keeper Pro.
  • There is no Mac or Windows app; on a computer it runs in the browser.
  • The pages read describe a timer and tracker only, with no blocking of apps or websites.
Focus Keeper pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Focus Keeper?

The alternatives to Focus Keeper in this directory are Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Pomofocus, Forest, Flow, Engross, Flora, Focus - Deep Work Timer, Focus Friend, Focused Work, Goodtime and Pomello. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Focus Keeper.

Is there a free alternative to Focus Keeper?

Yes. Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Pomofocus, Forest, Flow, Engross, Flora, Focus - Deep Work Timer, Focus Friend, Focused Work, Goodtime and Pomello have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Focus Keeper alternatives work on Windows?

The Focus Keeper listing does not include a Windows app. Focus To-Do, Pomofocus and Pomello list one.

Which Focus Keeper alternatives work on macOS?

The Focus Keeper listing does not include a macOS app. Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Pomofocus, Flow, Focus - Deep Work Timer, Focused Work and Pomello list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Focus Keeper?

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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