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YPT alternatives

YPT compared with 5 alternatives: Forest, StudyStream, Focus To-Do, Regain and Flora.

YPT has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
YPTThis toolFree plan · from $2.99/moYesiOS, Android
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
StudyStreamFree plan · from $1.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
RegainFree plan · from $9.99/moYesiOS, Android
FloraFree plan · from $0.99YesiOS, Android

How each one differs from YPT

  1. 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). YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only Forest lists a browser extension.
    • Forest also covers Pomodoro timer and focus music.
    • YPT also covers tasks and time tracking.

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

    Forest vs YPTForest pricing and details

  2. StudyStream

    Live video study rooms open around the clock

    • StudyStream starts at $1.99 / month (US App Store; several amounts listed). YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Only StudyStream lists a web app.
    • StudyStream also covers Pomodoro timer and video calls.
    • YPT also covers site & app blocker and time tracking.

    Suits: Students who study better alongside other people on camera

    StudyStream vs YPTStudyStream pricing and details

  3. 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). YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • 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.
    • Focus To-Do also covers Pomodoro timer.

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

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

  4. Regain

    Study timer that blocks distracting apps until you finish

    • Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Regain also covers Pomodoro timer and focus music.
    • YPT also covers tasks.

    Suits: Students preparing for exams who study with a phone nearby

    Regain vs YPTRegain pricing and details

  5. 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). YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed).
    • Flora also covers Pomodoro timer, habit tracking and goals.
    • YPT also covers time tracking.

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

    Flora vs YPTFlora pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in YPT

  • The vendor's site lists no prices; the US App Store shows subscriptions under five names without explaining how they differ.
  • The store also sells flames at $0.99 and $3.99 and an Unlock Apps purchase at $0.99, and the vendor's Korean terms quote 3,900 won a month.
  • The free app shows ads, and Wear OS tracking has to be activated through an in-app purchase.
  • It runs on iPhone, iPad and Android only; no web or desktop version is listed.
YPT pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to YPT?

The alternatives to YPT in this directory are Forest, StudyStream, Focus To-Do, Regain and Flora. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with YPT.

Is there a free alternative to YPT?

Yes. Forest, StudyStream, Focus To-Do, Regain and Flora have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which YPT alternatives work on Windows?

The YPT listing does not include a Windows app. Focus To-Do lists one.

Which YPT alternatives work on macOS?

The YPT listing does not include a macOS app. Focus To-Do lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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