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Focus Keeper vs Session
Both stand on pomodoro timer apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
Focus Keeper pairs timed work sessions with tasks, charts and cross-device history. Consider its stated data collection and subscription refund terms before using premium features.
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Free plan ExtensioniPhoneMac
Session combines timed focus periods with blocking and reflection tools. The free plan covers unlimited sessions, while custom durations, full logs, and additional controls are part of Pro.
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| Focus Keeper | Session | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web | Extension, iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Pro Yearly: $39.99 a year |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | focuskeeper.co | stayinsession.com |
| On pomodoro timer apps | #7 of 28 | #21 of 28 |
Focus Keeper: what it does well
- Timer includes focus and break periods
- Custom intervals and automatic break starts are listed
- Automatically logs sessions and displays charts
- Tasks and session history sync across devices
- Available on web, Android, iOS and macOS
What to know first
- Premium features may require a subscription
- Current billing cycle is not refunded after cancellation
- Absolute data security is not guaranteed
Session: what it does well
- Blocks selected apps and websites during sessions
- Supports Safari, Chrome, Brave, and Microsoft Edge
- Syncs progress across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Free plan includes unlimited sessions and rests
What to know first
- Website blocking does not work on browsers such as Firefox
- App and website blocking is Pro and Mac only
- Pro Yearly is $3.33/mo billed annually
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