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Focus Friend vs reverscan

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Focus Friend compared with reverscan
DetailFocus Friend logo Focus Friendreverscan logo reverscan
What it doesThe cozy focus timer with a cute bean companion that helps you stay focused World's first reverse file search for Mac
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS IN
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree to download with optional in-app purchases for premium bean skins and a subscription for extra features like earning scarves Free plan included with unlimited indexing and deep scans on entire computer and 50 screenshots with OCR and URLs. Pro plan at ₹499 one-time payment (launch price) includes unlimited screenshots with OCR and URLs and unlimited external drives.
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
  • Search files by uploading images or documents instead of typing filenames
  • Auto-organize screenshots with source URLs and page titles from browsers
  • Full-text search across PDFs, documents, images and design files
  • Search by dominant color in images
  • Deep scan with OCR for scanned PDFs and handwritten notes
  • Index and search external drives
  • Copy text from any screenshot
  • Swipe left to delete or organize screenshots with progress rewards
  • Works offline and passed Apple's security check for malware
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
  • Only app that remembers source URLs and page titles from browser screenshots
  • Visual similarity search using Apple Vision framework for images
  • One-time purchase with perpetual access, no recurring subscription fees
  • Built and maintained by a solo developer with sustainable approach
  • Refer a friend to unlock one free external drive index per referral
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)8 no change since last check28 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)163
Citation Flow (Majestic)1920
Referring domains (Majestic)3922

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