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Focus To-Do alternatives

Focus To-Do compared with 12 alternatives: Pomofocus, Focus Keeper, Forest, Session, TickTick and 7 more.

Focus To-Do has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store). 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 To-DoThis toolFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
SessionFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, iOS
TickTickFree plan · from $49.99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Be FocusedFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
EngrossFree plan · from $5.99YesiOS, Android
FlocusFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb
FloraFree plan · from $0.99YesiOS, Android
Focus FriendFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android
Focused WorkFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
GoodtimeFree plan · from $6.99 one-timeYesAndroid

How each one differs from Focus To-Do

  1. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Pomofocus lists a web app.
    • Only Pomofocus lists a Linux app.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.

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

    Pomofocus vs Focus To-DoPomofocus pricing and details

  2. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs Focus To-DoFocus Keeper pricing and details

  3. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Forest also covers site & app blocker and focus music.
    • Focus To-Do also covers tasks and time tracking.

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

    Forest vs Focus To-DoForest pricing and details

  4. Session

    Pomodoro focus timer with analytics for Mac, iPhone and iPad

    • Session starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Session also covers site & app blocker.

    Suits: Mac and iPhone users who work in Pomodoro intervals

    Session vs Focus To-DoSession pricing and details

  5. TickTick

    To-do list with a calendar, habit tracker and Pomodoro timer built in

    • TickTick starts at $49.99 per year (about $4.17 per month). Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only TickTick lists a web app.
    • Only TickTick lists a Linux app.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • TickTick also covers natural-language input, calendar, kanban boards and habit tracking.

    Suits: People who want tasks, habits and a focus timer in a single app

    TickTick vs Focus To-DoTickTick pricing and details

  6. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Be Focused also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus To-Do also covers time tracking.

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

    Be Focused vs Focus To-DoBe Focused pricing and details

  7. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Engross also covers calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: Students planning study blocks and tracking study time

    Engross vs Focus To-DoEngross pricing and details

  8. Flocus

    Browser focus dashboard with timer, to-dos, music and ambient sounds

    • Flocus starts at $5 / month, billed annually (early-bird price), or $9 monthly. Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Flocus lists a web app.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists iOS, Android, macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Flocus also covers focus music.

    Suits: Students and desk workers who want a timer, to-do list and music in one browser tab

    Flocus vs Focus To-DoFlocus pricing and details

  9. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Flora also covers site & app blocker, habit tracking and goals.

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

    Flora vs Focus To-DoFlora pricing and details

  10. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focus Friend also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus To-Do 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 To-DoFocus Friend pricing and details

  11. 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 To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Focused Work also covers site & app blocker.
    • Focus To-Do also covers tasks.

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

    Focused Work vs Focus To-DoFocused Work pricing and details

  12. Goodtime

    Minimalist open-source Pomodoro timer for Android

    • Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US). Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists iOS, macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Focus To-Do also covers tasks.

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

    Goodtime vs Focus To-DoGoodtime pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Focus To-Do

  • The store listings do not say which features need Premium, so the limits of the free version could not be confirmed.
  • The Focus To-Do Premium purchase carries no billing period on the US App Store and is listed at $1.99 for iOS and $3.99 for Mac.
  • Prices appear only in the app stores; the vendor's site lists downloads but has no pricing page.
  • The Windows version is a direct download from the vendor's site, and no web app or Linux version is listed.
Focus To-Do pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Focus To-Do?

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

Is there a free alternative to Focus To-Do?

Yes. Pomofocus, Focus Keeper, Forest, Session, TickTick, Be Focused, Engross, Flocus, Flora, Focus Friend, Focused Work and Goodtime have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Focus To-Do alternatives work on Linux?

The Focus To-Do listing does not include a Linux app. Pomofocus and TickTick list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Focus To-Do?

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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