Be Focused
Be Focused: Be Focused pairs timed work-break cycles with task tracking across Apple devices. Ranked #6 of 42 in Study Timer Apps by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Free plan · 7-day trial; best for apple users who want tasks, reports, and app blocking.
At a glance
- Editor score7.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 7-day trial
- Best forApple users who want tasks, reports, and app blocking
- Free planYes
- Study goalsYes
- Facts checked23 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Adjustable work intervals, short breaks, and long breaks
- Tasks, daily interval goals, reports, and CSV export
- Mac app and website blocking, with iPhone, iPad, and Mac sync
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS and macOS
- App and website blocking is a Mac feature
- The 7-day trial applies to Yearly Pro
Our verdict on Be Focused
Be Focused structures work and study into timed intervals, with configurable short and long breaks between sessions. It is aimed at people who want a timer tied to their tasks rather than a standalone countdown. Tasks can hold notes and due dates, and users can set daily completed-interval goals, review progress reports, and export data as CSV. The app is available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with synchronization across those devices, making Apple users the clearest fit.
Its task and focus tools give the timer more scope than interval tracking alone. Task tags and filters help organize work, while Mac users can block distracting apps and websites during sessions. Shortcuts integration and compatibility with Focus Matrix connect it to a wider Apple-oriented workflow. That combination may suit solo users and small teams who want task context, focus controls, and reports in one app; people on other platforms or those seeking cross-platform support should look elsewhere.
Be Focused has a free plan and three Pro purchase options: Monthly Pro, Yearly Pro, and Lifetime Pro. Each includes Pro features, synchronization across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and no banners or ads. Yearly Pro includes a 7-day trial; the trial is stated for that subscription, not the other options. Lifetime Pro is a single purchase that unlocks Pro on those Apple devices. The plan descriptions do not give a price here, so buyers should compare the current options before choosing. The free plan is a way to start without committing to a paid tier.
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Be Focused fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Custom break settings | Yes |
| Study goals | Yes |
| Progress statistics | Yes |
| Distraction blocking | Yes |
| Supported platforms | iOS, macOS |
| Subject or task labels | Yes |
| Calendar integration | Not verified |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | macOS, iOS |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Focus Matrix, Shortcuts |
| Pricing | Free plan · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | xwavesoft.com |
| Facts checked | 23 Sep 2026 |
Be Focused integrations
Be Focused lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Focus Matrix
- Shortcuts
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