| What it does | The cozy focus timer with a cute bean companion that helps you stay focused
| Screen time app that unlocks social media after a real phone call with someone you love
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| Based in | US
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| Pricing model | Freemium
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| Pricing | Free to download with optional in-app purchases for premium bean skins and a subscription for extra features like earning scarves
| Free tier with one contact and daily unlock; paid tiers available with pricing varying by region and currency (from GBP 0 to GBP 59.99). Annual subscriptions and one-time purchases available.
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| Key features | - Live Activity Timer - See your bean's progress even when your phone is locked
- Deep Focus Mode - Lock distracting apps during focus sessions with iOS Screen Time integration
- Pomodoro Breaks - Take productive breaks between focus sessions
- Bean Customization - Choose from Coffee Bean, Edamame Bean, Pinto Bean, or Hank and John Green Beans
- Room Decoration - Earn socks and scarves to buy furniture and decorations
- ADHD-Friendly Design - Simple navigation and visual feedback optimized for attention challenges
- Cozy Soundtrack - Custom funky music that plays while your bean works
- No Data Collection - Completely privacy-friendly with no personal information tracking
| - Blocks Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads, Facebook and Snapchat until 60-second phone call
- On-device call verification without access to call logs or audio
- Customizable blocking schedule with one-tap activation
- Supports both regular phone calls and WhatsApp calls
- Multiple contacts and named groups on Pro tier
- Privacy-first design with no contact data synced to servers
- Daily unlock system resetting each day
- Free tier with one contact and one daily unlock
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| What makes it different | - Positive emotional motivation instead of guilt or shame-based approaches
- Flexible blocking that allows calls and alarms during focus sessions
- No ads and completely privacy-first with fair artist compensation
- Named #1 App in America and Google Play's App of the Year
| - Designed for personal connection rather than productivity blocking
- Call-based unlocking replaces generic friction like timers or breathing exercises
- Verification happens locally on-device without server access to contact data
- One simple mechanism designed for maximum behavioral impact
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| Free plan | Not given
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| Open source | Not given
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| Platforms | Not given
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| Public API | Not given
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| Community votes | 0 | 0 |
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| DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs) | 8 ● no change since last check | 3 ● no change since last check |
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| Trust Flow (Majestic) | 16 | 0 |
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| Citation Flow (Majestic) | 19 | 20 |
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| Referring domains (Majestic) | 39 | 18 |
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Focus Friend
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