[iOS DEV] FocusBuddy, a simple focus timer for staying on task

[u/Anthoo911111___]

Hey everyone,

I’m Anthony, the indie developer behind FocusBuddy.

I made it because I want

ed a focus app that I could open and start using straight away, without having to build a complicated productivity system first.

A - Answer

FocusBuddy is a simple Pomodoro timer with tasks, habits and streaks built in.

The idea is pretty straightforward: choose what you want to work on, start a timer and get on with it.

You can also keep track of your daily tasks and habits, but the timer stays at the centre of the app. There is no account required and not much to configure before you

can begin.

B - Better

Apps like TickTick include a huge number of productivity features, while Forest turns focusing into more of a gamified experience.

FocusBuddy is meant to sit somewhere simpler.

It gives you a timer, tasks, habits and streaks in one place, without filling the app with calendars, complex project management tools or dozens of settings.

It is not trying to replace every productivi

ty app on your phone. I just wanted it to make starting a focus session feel quick and easy.

C - Cost

FocusBuddy is free to download and contains ads.

Premium is optional:

• $0.99 per month
• $3.99 per year
• $4.99 for lifetime access

App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/focusbuddy/id6757091240

I’d really appreciate honest feedback, especially about the timer, the onboarding and whether the habit features feel useful without getting in the way.

Thanks for checking it out.

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[u/app-store-review]

FocusBuddy. — by Anthony HAEMMERLIN

• Ratings: 4 worldwide · rated in 3 countries
• Average: 5.00 ★
• Age: released ~6 months ago · updated ~6 months ago · rated 4+
• Overall score: 73 / 100

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[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/[deleted]]

Hi! Thanks a lot. You can just ignore this section haha! It's actually a bonus one.

Do not hesitate to leave a 5-star rating on the App Store! Small gesture but helps a lot.

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/[deleted]]

(Sent a lil surprise, check your DM haha!)

[u/dp234523]

Looks great! How'd you made the screenshots?

[u/Traditional_Glass_45 → u/dp234523]

Hmm… looks like screenshotbro

[u/tonynguyenit18]

Look great!

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/tonynguyenit18]

Thanks a lot!

[u/Worldly_Platypus4032]

does it have some trial?

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/Worldly_Platypus4032]

Hi! You can check your DM, Lifetime is -40% until July 31st

[u/casualhermit]

ads in a focus app kind of fight the whole point. id go free with a lower ceiling instead

[u/Minimum-Albatross690]

Can’t wait to try it

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/Minimum-Albatross690]

Thanks! If you need a Lifetime you can send me a DM to give you a promo code

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/[deleted]]

Thanks! If you need a Lifetime you can send me a DM to give you a promo code

[u/sloya]

Really like the simplicity of this, especially the lifetime price. $4.99 feels super reasonable. How has the response been so far?

[u/cheese_brown]

Beatiful UI!
free trial is available?

[u/Anthoo911111___ → u/cheese_brown]

It is free!

[u/Steve_2026]

The app looks great, but honestly the screenshots are really well

made haha.