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FocusList vs Persistence
Both stand on daily planner apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhoneMac
FocusList combines task breakdown, time estimates, Pomodoro sessions, and statistics in a free iOS and macOS app. Its main limitation is the narrow platform listing and unavailable privacy disclosure.
Visit FocusList Free plan AndroidLinuxMac+2
Persistence brings task capture, journaling, habits, and time blocking into one synchronized app. The free tier is capped at seven items in each core area, while Premium removes those limits for $4 a month.
Visit PersistenceThe facts
| FocusList | Persistence | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Android, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Premium: $4 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | focuslist.co | persistence.sh |
| On daily planner apps | #44 of 137 | #48 of 137 |
FocusList: what it does well
- Free plan and free download
- Daily tasks can be split into smaller steps
- 25-minute sessions with five-minute breaks
- Stats compares estimates with sessions
- Real-time iOS and Mac sync
What to know first
- Only iOS and macOS platforms listed
- Privacy practices are not provided to Apple
Persistence: what it does well
- Combines four productivity tools
- 15-minute time-blocking grid
- Forgives missed habit days
- Syncs across web, desktop, and Android
- Free plan has no time limit
What to know first
- Free plan caps tasks, notes, and habits at seven
- No free trial
- Premium costs $4 a month
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