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Head-to-head · Focus Tools

FocusMe vs Forest

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score FocusMe #3 in Focus Tools 7.6/10 Free plan · paid from $9.95/mo · 14-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit FocusMe
Forest #4 in Focus Tools 7.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Forest

FocusMe leads on 0 checks, Forest on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFocusMe · 7.6/10
  • Free planboth

FocusMe scores higher on our rubric for focus tools: 7.6 against 7.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

FocusMe is the better fit for people who want configurable blocking that is hard to bypass. Forest is the better fit for gamified focus across mobile, web, and Chrome.

  • FocusMe fits best

    People who want configurable blocking that is hard to bypass

  • Forest fits best

    Gamified focus across mobile, web, and Chrome

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Side by side

Feature FocusMe 7.6/10 Visit ↗ Forest 7.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.6 7.5
Ranking #3 in Focus Tools #4 in Focus Tools
Best for People who want configurable blocking that is hard to bypass Gamified focus across mobile, web, and Chrome
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Chrome extension Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Email, Community, Docs Email, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features FocusMe 0/4 · Forest 0/4
Website blocking Not published Not published
App blocking Not published Not published
Focus timer Not published Not published
Session reports Not published Not published
Specs
Supported platforms Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Block sites by URL, keyword, category, page title, or regular expression
  • Schedule blocks and set time or launch limits with enforced breaks
  • Enforced Mode and coverage for desktop, Android, and Chrome
  • Combines timed focus sessions with Deep Focus and scheduled blocking.
  • Syncs focus history across web, iOS, Android, and Chrome.
  • Adds shared rooms, analytics, sounds, and virtual-tree rewards.
Cons
  • Monthly pricing starts at $9.95, above free or lower-cost alternatives
  • Yearly plan pricing is not stated here
  • Android is described as free, while the 14-day trial applies to paid plans
  • Its timed, game-based approach may not suit people seeking strict device-wide blocking.
  • Plus pricing varies by region and platform; buyers must check their app store.
  • Free includes only one app or site in Time Guard; Plus adds multiple.
Our verdict

FocusMe is a distraction-blocking application for people who want control over websites, desktop applications, and games across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and Chrome. It suits individuals such as professionals, students, and…

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Forest turns focus sessions into a tree-growing game: users plant a virtual tree and keep it alive by staying on task. Its Pomodoro timer offers countdown and stopwatch modes, while Deep Focus can block apps during sessions and Time Guard…

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  1. FocusMeFocus Tools 7.6Free plan · paid from $9.95/mo · 14-day trial
  2. ForestFocus Tools 7.5Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • FocusMe — where it wins

    • Block sites by URL, keyword, category, page title, or regular expression
    • Schedule blocks and set time or launch limits with enforced breaks
    • Enforced Mode and coverage for desktop, Android, and Chrome

    Where it doesn't

    • Monthly pricing starts at $9.95, above free or lower-cost alternatives
    • Yearly plan pricing is not stated here
    • Android is described as free, while the 14-day trial applies to paid plans
  • Forest — where it wins

    • Combines timed focus sessions with Deep Focus and scheduled blocking.
    • Syncs focus history across web, iOS, Android, and Chrome.
    • Adds shared rooms, analytics, sounds, and virtual-tree rewards.

    Where it doesn't

    • Its timed, game-based approach may not suit people seeking strict device-wide blocking.
    • Plus pricing varies by region and platform; buyers must check their app store.
    • Free includes only one app or site in Time Guard; Plus adds multiple.
  • FocusMe7.6/10 · Free plan · paid from $9.95/mo · 14-day trial

    Granular blocking and enforced focus controls, with a free plan and paid options.

    Visit FocusMeFull verdict →
  • Forest7.5/10 · Free plan

    A gamified focus timer with app blocking, tracking, and shared sessions across devices.

    Visit ForestFull verdict →

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