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Forest vs Lazy

Forest logo

Forest

Software

Stay focused, be present

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Lazy logo

Lazy

Software

Simple task management that actually works

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Forest no standalone desktop app; limited to browser extensions; Lazy access restricted behind extended waitlist
  • They diverge on capability: Forest covers Focus timer, Lazy covers Today focus.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Forest and Lazy actually diverge.

Attributes where Forest and Lazy differ
AttributeForestLazy
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsiOS, Android, Chrome, FirefoxWeb, iOS
Founded20142019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Forest

  • Focus timer
  • Virtual forest building
  • Real tree planting partnership
  • Website/app blocking
  • Statistics tracking
  • Achievements & rewards
  • Social features
  • Custom tree species

Only in Lazy

  • Today focus
  • Simple task lists
  • Natural language input
  • Widgets
  • Keyboard shortcuts
  • Calendar
  • Shortcuts
  • iCloud sync

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • English language support

What people use each for

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

Forest

  • Study sessionsnot Lazy
  • Work focus timenot Lazy
  • Digital detoxnot Lazy
  • Pomodoro techniquenot Lazy
  • Phone addiction managementnot Lazy

Lazy

  • Productivitynot Forest
  • Collaborationnot Forest
  • Task managementnot Forest
  • Organizationnot Forest

Where each one falls short

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

Forest

  • No standalone desktop app; limited to browser extensions
  • Mobile app pricing varies by platform; iOS one-time purchase vs. Android different model
  • Forest Plus features required for advanced analytics and custom tag tracking

Lazy

  • Access restricted behind extended waitlist
  • Mobile app read-only, limiting full-time mobile use
  • Slow product development cycle with limited feature updates
  • Customer support difficult to reach with poor ticketing system

Pricing, plan by plan

Forest

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Forest review.

Lazy

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited tasks
    • Today focus
    • Basic lists
  • Pro$4/month
    • Recurring tasks
    • Calendar sync
    • Themes

Which should you pick?

Choose Forest if

  • You need focus timer.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox.
  • You also want virtual forest building.
Forest review

Choose Lazy if

  • You need today focus.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS.
  • You also want simple task lists.
Lazy review

Questions people ask

Is Forest or Lazy better?
Neither clearly leads. Forest starts at Free and Lazy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Forest or Lazy?
Forest starts at Free and Lazy at Free.
Does Forest or Lazy run on more platforms?
Forest runs on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox. Lazy runs on Web, iOS.
Can I use Forest for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Forest best used for?
Forest is most often used for study sessions, work focus time, digital detox, pomodoro technique. Of those, study sessions and work focus time are not what Lazy is typically brought in for.
What can Forest do that Lazy cannot?
Forest covers Focus timer, Virtual forest building, Real tree planting partnership, Website/app blocking. Lazy covers Today focus, Simple task lists, Natural language input, Widgets. Both handle Ios support, English language support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Forest: How much does Forest cost?

Forest has a free version with core features (timer, app blocking, group focus). Forest Plus subscription costs $3.33/month when billed annually at $39.99, with pricing varying by region and platform.

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Lazy: What integrations does Lazy support?

Lazy integrates with Notion for direct content capture, includes GPT integration for AI-powered note analysis, and supports content clipping from articles, Twitter, videos, and other web sources.

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Forest: What platforms does Forest support?

Forest is available on iOS (one-time purchase $3.99), Android (free with ads, or $1.99 one-time for ad-free), and as a browser extension for Chrome and Firefox.

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Forest: What is Forest's tree planting program?

Forest has partnered with Trees for the Future to plant real trees. Users can spend earned focus coins to fund tree planting in Kenya, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, and Cameroon. Over 2.1 million real trees have been planted.

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Forest: Does Forest work offline?

Yes. Forest's core focus experience including the timer, tree growth, and stats works completely offline. This allows use on airplanes, subways, and areas without internet connectivity.

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Forest: Is there a Forest desktop app?

No. Forest does not have an official standalone desktop application. Desktop access is available through browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox only. Some users run the mobile app via emulators like BlueStacks.

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Forest: What features are in Forest Plus?

Forest Plus includes all Mindful Space soundscapes, custom app allowlists, advanced analytics with custom tags, exclusive tree species, 3x coin boost, and the ability to plant up to 5 real trees annually.

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