Focus Apps
Focus apps with a one-time purchase
30 of the 66 focus apps in this directory can be bought with a one-time purchase.
23 of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| FreedomWebsite and app blocker that runs across computers and phones | Free plan · from $3.33/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| OpalScreen time app that blocks distracting apps on phone and Mac | Free plan · from $8.29/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android |
| Cold Turkey BlockerWebsite and app blocker for Windows and Mac with strict locks | Free plan · from $45 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| one secScreen time app that adds a pause before distracting apps open | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| EndelAdaptive soundscapes for focus, relaxation and sleep | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| PomofocusBrowser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports | Free plan · from $3/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| AppBlockApp and website blocker with schedules and a strict mode | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| BlockSiteWebsite and app blocker for browsers and phones | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| BrickPhysical device you tap to block distracting phone apps | From $59 one-time | No | iOS, Android |
| Focus To-DoPomodoro timer combined with a task list and time reports | Free plan · from $1.99 | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Be FocusedPomodoro timer with tasks for iPhone, iPad and Mac | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Focus FriendGamified focus timer with a bean character and a house to decorate | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| FlowMinimal Pomodoro timer for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch | Free plan · from $17.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| FocusMac app that blocks distracting websites and apps on a schedule | Free trial · from $49 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| JomoScreen time blocker for iPhone, iPad and Mac with flexible rules | Free plan · from $2.49/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| FlocusBrowser focus dashboard with timer, to-dos, music and ambient sounds | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web |
| FLOWNVirtual coworking with facilitated focus sessions and body doubling | Free plan · from $19/mo | Yes | Web |
| myNoiseAdjustable background noise and soundscape generators | Free plan · from $10 one-time | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| minimalist phoneText-only home screen and app blocker for Android and iPhone | Free trial · from $2.99/mo | Trial only | iOS, Android |
| FocusMeWebsite and app blocker with hard-to-bypass enforced plans | Free plan · from $9.95/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| SukhaBrowser-based focus sessions with music, timer, tasks and blocking | Free trial · from $20/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
| BloomMetal NFC keycard you tap to lock distracting phone apps | From $39 one-time | No | iOS, Android |
| Focused WorkFocus timer with custom sessions for iPhone, iPad and Mac | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| OttoPomodoro timer and website blocker extension for Chrome | Free plan · from $29/yr | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| Vitamin-RTime-boxing and Pomodoro timer for the Mac | Free trial · from $29.95 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| GoodtimeMinimalist open-source Pomodoro timer for Android | Free plan · from $6.99 one-time | Yes | iOS, Android |
| HazeOverMac utility that dims every window except the active one | Free trial · from $4.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| PortalNature scenes with spatial audio for focus, sleep and calm | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Dark NoiseAmbient noise app for iPhone, iPad and Mac with custom mixes | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| NoizioAmbient sound mixer for Mac, phones and the browser | Free plan · from $2.99 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
Common questions
Which focus apps can be bought once instead of by subscription?
30 of the 66 focus apps in this directory can be bought with a one-time purchase. They are Freedom, Opal, Cold Turkey Blocker, one sec, Endel, Pomofocus, AppBlock, BlockSite, Brick, Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Focus Friend, Flow, Focus, Jomo and 15 more.
Which of these focus apps are free?
Freedom, Opal, Cold Turkey Blocker, one sec, Endel, Pomofocus, AppBlock, BlockSite, Focus To-Do, Be Focused, Focus Friend, Flow, Jomo, Flocus, FLOWN and 8 more are free or have a free plan.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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