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Focusd vs ChoreLocks

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Focusd compared with ChoreLocks
DetailFocusd logo FocusdChoreLocks logo ChoreLocks
What it doesA focus companion for your Mac that notices task drift and helps you return to your work They do the work. They get the reward.
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2026
Based inBR US
Pricing modelFree trial Not given
Pricing14-day free trial. An annual plan is planned; final prices will be announced at launch. Not given
Key features
  • Set work intentions with tasks or projects
  • Screen drift detection using Apple Intelligence
  • Gentle nudge reminders when attention drifts
  • Session history and insights on workday patterns
  • Menu bar quick access and pause controls
  • Context-aware analysis recognizing research and tools
  • Todoist integration to import projects and tasks
  • On-device processing with no cloud analysis
  • Optional browser control for Safari, Chrome, Arc, Brave and Edge
  • AI photo check that grades fairly by age
  • Real phone locking via Apple Screen Time
  • Legendary Prize system for major rewards
  • Real gift cards attached to rewards
  • Streaks, races, and badges
  • School calendar integration
  • Parent Dashboard on web and mobile
  • Daily rotating store with deals and surprises
  • Family chat with visibility controls
What makes it different
  • Uses on-device Apple Intelligence instead of blocking websites or apps
  • All processing happens locally on your Mac with no screenshots uploaded
  • Learns from your corrections to improve context understanding
  • Gentle nudges instead of blocking or alarms
  • Analyzes focus patterns across weeks to show when you focus best
  • Uses AI to verify chores fairly by age rather than just checking them off
  • Real phone locking that genuinely restricts app access until chores are done
  • Includes real gift cards and physical prizes as rewards
  • Sets up entire family in under one minute
  • Automatically adjusts for school schedules and relaxes locks on days off
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)Not checked yet no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)011
Referring domains (Majestic)01

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