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Focus@Will vs Forest App

Focus@Will logo

Focus@Will

Software

Music and sounds designed to enhance focus and productivity

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Forest App logo

Forest App

Software

Gamified focus timer and productivity app

From
$1.99/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Focus@Will has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Focus@Will the App Store listing (seller Dulcetta Inc) states the free trial is limited to 7 days, after which a paid subscription is required to continue using the music and features; Forest App requires active user initiation to function, so it is ineffective if users forget to start a session
  • They diverge on capability: Focus@Will covers Curated focus music, Forest App covers Focus timer with gamification.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Focus@Will and Forest App actually diverge.

Attributes where Focus@Will and Forest App differ
AttributeFocus@WillForest App
Starting priceFree$1.99/one-time
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, IOS, Android, MacOS, WindowsiOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox
Founded20112014

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Focus@Will

  • Curated focus music
  • Multiple music channels
  • Built-in focus timer
  • Different music genres
  • Offline access
  • Cross-platform sync
  • Volume control

Only in Forest App

  • Focus timer with gamification
  • Virtual tree growing system
  • Forest building and sharing
  • Real tree planting partnership
  • Distraction tracking
  • Themes and customization
  • Cloud sync

Both cover

  • Focus statistics

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Focus@Will

  • Productivity
  • Collaboration
  • Task management
  • Organization

Forest App

  • Productivity
  • Collaboration
  • Task management
  • Organization

Both are used for productivity, collaboration, task management, organization, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Focus@Will

  • The App Store listing (seller Dulcetta Inc) states the free trial is limited to 7 days, after which a paid subscription is required to continue using the music and features
  • The same listing states a 30 day money-back guarantee applies to the subscription, implying no refund is available after that window

Forest App

  • Requires active user initiation to function, so it is ineffective if users forget to start a session
  • Virtual coin awards are limited without additional in-app purchases for unlocking new content
  • Apple Watch app is very limited, allowing only viewing of the current day's forest
  • Website blocklist feature has poor discoverability

Pricing, plan by plan

Focus@Will

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Limited access to music
    • Basic 25-min timer
    • Ads
  • Basic$4.95/month
    • Unlimited music access
    • Custom timers
    • No ads
  • Pro$9.95/month
    • Everything in Basic
    • Advanced analytics
    • Priority support

Forest App

$1.99/one-time
  • Lite$1.99/one-time
    • Basic forest building
    • Focus timer
    • Statistics
  • Pro Subscription$4.99/month
    • All Lite features
    • Advanced themes
    • Real tree planting partnership

Which should you pick?

Choose Focus@Will if

  • You need curated focus music.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android, MacOS, Windows.
  • You also want multiple music channels.
Focus@Will review

Choose Forest App if

  • You need focus timer with gamification.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox.
  • You also want virtual tree growing system.
Forest App review

Questions people ask

Is Focus@Will or Forest App better?
Neither clearly leads. Focus@Will starts at Free and Forest App at $1.99/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Focus@Will or Forest App?
Focus@Will has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Focus@Will and $1.99/one-time for Forest App.
Does Focus@Will or Forest App run on more platforms?
Focus@Will runs on Web, IOS, Android, MacOS, Windows. Forest App runs on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox.
Can I use Focus@Will for free?
Yes. Focus@Will has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Forest App starts at $1.99/one-time.
What is Focus@Will best used for?
Focus@Will is most often used for productivity, collaboration, task management, organization.
What can Focus@Will do that Forest App cannot?
Focus@Will covers Curated focus music, Multiple music channels, Built-in focus timer, Different music genres. Forest App covers Focus timer with gamification, Virtual tree growing system, Forest building and sharing, Real tree planting partnership. Both handle Focus statistics.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Forest App: Is Forest available on multiple platforms?

Yes. Forest is available on iOS, Android, Chrome browser extension, and Firefox browser extension with cross-platform account sync.

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Forest App: Does Forest have a free version?

Yes. Forest offers a free tier that includes the core timer, app blocking, group focus sessions, basic soundscape, and focus tracking with no credit card required.

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Forest App: What does Forest Plus subscription include?

Forest Plus subscription offers exclusive and seasonal tree species, full soundscape library, custom app allowlists, advanced analytics, 3x coin boost, and the ability to plant up to 5 real trees.

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Forest App: Can I use Forest to block distracting apps during work sessions?

Yes. Forest includes Deep Focus mode that blocks distracting apps during sessions, and Time Guard that schedules app blocks throughout the day.

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