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Focen vs ScrollBump

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Focen compared with ScrollBump
DetailFocen logo FocenScrollBump logo ScrollBump
What it doesAutomated focus app that starts sessions by itself and blocks distractions Proudly annoying doomscroll break app for iOS and Android
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given CZ
Pricing modelFree trial Freemium
Pricing7-day free trial, then $2.88/week ($149.99/year, save 37%) or $19.99/month billed in USD Free: $0 forever with unlimited break rules, unlimited apps and websites to restrict, unlimited accountability partners, unlimited custom shield designs, custom time limits and durations, lock rules with unlock timer, and time-of-day scheduling. Pro: $4.99/year, $1.99/month, or $22.99 lifetime, whic
Key features
  • Automatic session start after 5 minutes of active work
  • AI classifies new sites in real time
  • Blocks distracting tabs with warning first
  • Learns from past sessions to predict work duration
  • iPhone app syncs sessions across devices
  • Breathing room before blocking distraction
  • Session history and focus statistics
  • Three focus modes: Strict, Balanced, Lenient
  • Private, local-first architecture
  • Annoying break reminders that pop up based on screen time usage
  • Works with any app including Instagram, TikTok, X, Reddit, and YouTube
  • Location-based break rules for different places
  • Accountability partners to track screen time goals with friends
  • Unlimited break rules and unlimited apps to restrict
  • Custom shield designs and color themes
  • Time-of-day scheduling for different break times
  • Lock rules with unlock timer
  • Stay-in-app locking with timer that runs only while app is open
  • Day-of-week scheduling for different rules by day
What makes it different
  • Starts automatically without manual setup or timer management
  • AI learns distraction patterns instead of using static blocklists
  • Gives brief warning before blocking, not instant hard blocks
  • Syncs focus sessions to iPhone to prevent device switching
  • Local-first privacy with no page content tracking
  • Annoying unskippable breaks that actually work
  • Works with any app you want to restrict
  • Free tier with unlimited break rules and accountability partners
  • Location-based rules so you can scroll on your commute
  • Continuously improved by its maker who uses it daily
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)10 +1 (up) since last check19 −3 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)17
Citation Flow (Majestic)1321
Referring domains (Majestic)534

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