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LifeAt alternatives
LifeAt compared with 5 alternatives: Flocus, Noisli, Sukha, StudyStream and Pomofocus.
LifeAt has a free plan. Paid plans start at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LifeAtThis tool | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows |
| Flocus | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web |
| Noisli | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, iOS |
| Sukha | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
| StudyStream | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Pomofocus | Free plan · from $3/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from LifeAt
- Free plan · from $5/mo
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. LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly.
- Only LifeAt lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Flocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- LifeAt also covers notes, time blocking, calendar and time tracking.
Suits: Students and desk workers who want a timer, to-do list and music in one browser tab
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Noisli
Ambient sound mixer with a session timer and text editor
- Noisli starts at $10 / month billed yearly (Pro); the iOS app is $1.99 once. LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly.
- Only Noisli lists an iOS app.
- Only LifeAt lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Noisli also covers Markdown.
- LifeAt also covers notes, tasks, time blocking, calendar and time tracking.
Suits: Masking office, traffic or household noise while working
- Free trial · from $20/mo
Sukha
Browser-based focus sessions with music, timer, tasks and blocking
- Sukha starts at $20 / month. LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly.
- LifeAt has a free plan. Sukha does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Sukha lists a browser extension.
- Only LifeAt lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Sukha can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Writers, developers and designers doing solo deep work
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
StudyStream
Live video study rooms open around the clock
- StudyStream starts at $1.99 / month (US App Store; several amounts listed). LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly.
- Only StudyStream lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only LifeAt lists macOS and Windows apps.
- StudyStream also covers video calls.
- LifeAt also covers notes, time blocking, calendar, time tracking and focus music.
Suits: Students who study better alongside other people on camera
- Free plan · from $3/mo
Pomofocus
Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports
- Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. LifeAt starts at $8 / month, billed yearly (early-bird price), or $12 monthly.
- Only Pomofocus lists a Linux app.
- Pomofocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Pomofocus also covers templates.
- LifeAt also covers notes, time blocking, calendar and focus music.
Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer that opens in a browser tab
Limits worth knowing in LifeAt
- The free plan has no daily planner, allows one to-do list and one calendar, and includes only a limited set of background spaces.
- LifeAt's help center says it does not offer refunds on any plan, except when upgrading from monthly to yearly.
- Desktop apps are offered for macOS and Windows only; no iOS or Android app is listed.
- Business pricing is not published, and the Pro prices are labelled early-bird with no end date given.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LifeAt?
The alternatives to LifeAt in this directory are Flocus, Noisli, Sukha, StudyStream and Pomofocus. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LifeAt.
Is there a free alternative to LifeAt?
Yes. Flocus, Noisli, StudyStream and Pomofocus have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LifeAt alternatives work on Linux?
The LifeAt listing does not include a Linux app. Pomofocus lists one.
Which LifeAt alternatives work on Android?
The LifeAt listing does not include an Android app. StudyStream lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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