The Pomodoro-style focus timer built specifically for researchers, academics, and knowledge workers. Track deep work, enjoy ambient sounds, take guided breaks, and transform your productivity.
We've added 16 new features to help you focus better than ever
Block focus time on your calendar with conflict detection. Create recurring schedules and find available slots automatically.
NewSync with Apple Reminders. Select tasks for focus sessions, track completions, and stay organized during deep work.
New20+ challenges across 5 difficulty levels. Earn points, compete with yourself, and unlock rewards for consistent focus habits.
NewTrack mood, productivity, accomplishments, and blockers. Reflection prompts help you learn from each session.
NewPosture checks, hydration reminders, eye breaks (20-20-20), and movement alerts. Stay healthy while you focus.
NewFull companion app with timer, stats, projects, challenges, and complications. Haptic feedback for milestones.
EnhancedMix 26+ ambient sounds across 6 categories. Rain, coffee shop, lo-fi beats, white noise, and more.
Premium15+ break activities including breathing exercises, stretches, eye care routines, and mindfulness moments.
40+ inspiring quotes across 6 categories. Save favorites, share with friends, and get motivated.
GitHub-style contribution graph showing your daily focus activity. Track streaks and view statistics.
Save your favorite project + timer combinations. One tap to start your perfect focus session.
10 beautiful app icons to personalize your home screen. Dark mode, ocean, sunset, neon, and more.
PremiumSeamlessly integrate with iOS Focus Mode. Auto-enable when starting sessions.
6 stunning animation styles: Breathing, Particle, Liquid, Neon, and more.
PremiumBeautiful confetti animations and haptic feedback when you complete sessions or hit milestones.
Beautiful animated welcome screens that guide new users through all features.
See your timer on the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen. Track progress without opening the app.
iOS 17+Start focus sessions directly from your Home Screen. One tap to begin focusing.
iOS 17+Beautiful full-screen timer display when your iPhone is charging in landscape mode.
iOS 17+Start sessions, check stats, and log focus time using just your voice. 6 built-in shortcuts.
NewEverything you need to maximize your research productivity and track your academic progress.
Customizable Pomodoro sessions with 8 presets for different work types. Research protocols, writing sessions, deep work, and flow state.
Organize your focus time by project. Track exactly how much time you spend on each research project, paper, or task.
Block focus time on your calendar with conflict detection. Create recurring schedules and find available time slots.
Sync with Apple Reminders. Select tasks for focus sessions, complete them as you work, and track productivity.
20+ challenges across 5 difficulty levels. Earn points, set goals, and build consistent focus habits.
Track mood, productivity, accomplishments, and blockers. Reflection prompts help you learn and improve.
Posture checks, hydration alerts, eye breaks (20-20-20 rule), and movement reminders. Stay healthy while you work.
Full companion app with timer, stats, projects, and challenges. Complications for quick access. Haptic milestones.
Detailed insights into your productivity patterns. Heat maps, trend comparisons, streak calendar, and exportable reports.
Mix 26+ sounds: rain, coffee shop, ocean waves, white noise, lo-fi beats. Create custom presets for different work modes.
15+ break activities: breathing exercises, stretches, eye care, mindfulness. Take science-backed breaks.
Save favorite project + timer combos. One-tap to start your perfect focus session. Track usage stats.
Get productive in four simple steps
Select the project you're working on or use a quick template.
Pick ambient sounds, enable Focus Mode, and customize your timer animation.
Dive into deep work. We'll track time and keep distractions away.
Take guided breaks, read inspiring quotes, and track your streaks.
Full access to all premium features. No commitment. Cancel anytime.
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Join thousands of academics who've transformed their productivity
â â â â â"FocusLab has transformed how I manage my PhD research. The project tracking and ambient sounds create the perfect focus environment."
Dr. Sarah Chen Neuroscience Researcher, Stanford
â â â â â"The streak calendar keeps me motivated daily. Love the new break activities - the eye care exercises are a game changer for screen time."
Prof. Michael Torres Computer Science, MIT
â â â â â"The ambient sound mixer is incredible. I mix rain with coffee shop sounds for my perfect writing environment. Worth every penny."
Dr. Emily Watson Economics, Oxford
Join thousands of researchers who've transformed their productivity with ambient sounds, guided breaks, and powerful analytics.
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