Focus
What Focus is
Focus is a paid Mac app and browser extension for limiting distracting websites and applications. It can block the entire internet, chosen websites, or particular words, with scheduled and recurring focus periods. Timers, breaks, Pomodoro sessions, and Locked Mode support different working styles, while productivity statistics show session information. Profiles let you organize settings for separate tasks or projects and switch between them. Focus also supports BASH workflows, URL handlers, and AppleScript, allowing session automation and interaction with other applications. Browser support includes Safari, Chrome, Opera, Brave, Microsoft Edge, Arc, and Vivaldi; Firefox and other WebExtensions-compatible browsers can use its add-on. The maker says blocked sites and settings remain on the Mac and that user information is not sold. There is no free plan, but a seven-day trial and 30-day money-back guarantee are offered. Plans are one-time purchases: Focus 1 costs 29.00 USD, Focus 2 costs 49.00 USD, and Lifetime costs 129.00 USD. Focus 2 includes one year of updates, while Lifetime includes lifetime updates.
Who it suits
Focus suits Mac users such as students, writers, programmers, designers, freelancers, business owners, and parents who want scheduled website or app blocking. Its profiles and automation tools also fit people managing several work projects.
What it does well
- Blocks websites, apps, words, or the whole internet
- Recurring schedules and Locked Mode
- Profiles for different projects
- AppleScript, URL handlers, and BASH workflows
- Seven-day trial and money-back guarantee
What to know first
- No free plan
- No mobile apps
- Mac-focused platform
- Paid one-time purchases required
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lifetime | One-time purchase • Lifetime updates · Everything from Focus 2 · Early access to new versions · Lifetime updates | $129, paid once |
| Focus 1 | One-time purchase · Original Focus with core blocking features | $29, paid once |
| Focus 2 | One-time purchase • Free updates for 1 year · Website and app blocking · Schedules · Timers, breaks and Pomodoros · Lock sessions · Profiles · Statistics · Scripting | $49, paid once |
As heyfocus.com lists them, read 9 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Focus combines broad blocking controls with schedules, session tools, profiles, and automation. It is most suitable for Mac users who accept a paid desktop solution and do not need mobile apps.
Facts from Focus's own pages
- Browser support
- Focus works with Safari, Chrome, Opera, Brave, Microsoft Edge, Arc, and Vivaldi; Firefox and other WebExtensions compatible browsers can use its add-on. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes Focus as useful for students, writers, programmers, designers, freelancers, business owners, and parents. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- License activations
- A Focus 2 license includes unlimited activations on Macs used by the license holder. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says blocked websites and settings stay on the Mac and Focus never sells user information. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Profiles
- Users can create profiles for different work tasks or projects and switch between them. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Focus is a Mac app that blocks distracting websites and apps to help people work better. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Schedules and timers
- Users can schedule focus time, use timers, and choose Locked Mode. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Scripting and automation
- Focus supports BASH workflows, URL handlers, and AppleScript for automating sessions and interacting with other apps. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Session tools
- Focus includes breaks, Pomodoro sessions, locked sessions, and productivity statistics. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is available by email, and the maker also provides product documentation and automated license recovery. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Teams
- Special pricing for teams and organizations is available by requesting a custom quote. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Trial and guarantee
- Focus offers a free 7-day trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Update terms
- Focus 2 includes free updates for one year, while the Lifetime purchase includes lifetime updates. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
- Website blocking
- It can block the whole internet, selected websites, or specified words. · heyfocus.com, 9 Oct 2026
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