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Ledge vs Focusd

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Ledge compared with Focusd
DetailLedge logo LedgeFocusd logo Focusd
What it doesA Mac utility that turns the notch into a shelf for catching and routing files to apps A focus companion for your Mac that notices task drift and helps you return to your work
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Pricing modelPaid Free trial
Pricing$19 USD one-time purchase with 14-day free trial and 7-day refund policy 14-day free trial. An annual plan is planned; final prices will be announced at launch.
Key features
  • Catch any file dragged toward the notch
  • Route files to apps as the right format automatically
  • Open shelf with keyboard shortcut or click the notch
  • Works on Macs with or without a notch
  • No internet required for file handling
  • Universal binary for Apple silicon and Intel
  • Notarized by Apple and signed with Developer ID
  • Real preview tiles with file type badges
  • Minimal disk space requirement
  • 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
What makes it different
  • Converts the same file to the right format for each destination automatically
  • One-time $19 purchase with no subscription
  • Works on both notched and notch-less Macs
  • 7-day refund policy with no questions asked
  • 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
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Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)29 +1 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)100
Citation Flow (Majestic)230
Referring domains (Majestic)90

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