Emphasis: Flow & Focus Timer

Name: Emphasis: Flow & Focus Timer
Rating: 4.9 (54 reviews)
Author: Aleksandr Fiodorov

Time blocking for deep work

Free · In-App Purchases

54 Ratings
Ages

4+
Years
Category

Productivity
Developer

Aleksandr Fiodorov
Language

EN
English
Size

73
MB

Modern life is designed to keep us distracted. If you’re a student, a creator, or a professional, you know that finding five minutes of peace is an uphill battle. I’m on a mission to change that. I built Emphasis as a sanctuary from the noise—taking the science of the Pomodoro technique and turning it into a gentle, intentional rhythm that respects your energy and helps you find your way back to what matters. Whether you’re navigating an ADHD brain or simply trying to find clarity in a chaotic week, Emphasis is here to help you stay present, grounded, and connected to the work that truly matters. FEATURE: Customizable Focus Intervals Structure your day with intentional intervals. Emphasis helps you build a "blueprint" for your hour, evolving the traditional Pomodoro method into high-impact work balanced with restorative breaks to prevent burnout before it starts. Ambient Background Sounds Silence the digital noise with curated ambient soundscapes. From subtle rhythmic pulses to meditative nature tones, create an environment where your flow state feels effortless. The Focus-O-Meter Awareness is the first step to change. Select the apps that pull you away from your flow and watch your Focus-O-Meter rise as you choose presence over the scroll. It’s not about restriction—it’s about reclaiming the time that belongs to you. Personalized Progress Stats Focus is a practice, not a destination. Use simple, beautiful progress charts and calendar stats to celebrate your consistency and recognize the patterns of your success. Cloud Sync & Accessibility Your focus journey shouldn't be tied to one desk. Emphasis syncs seamlessly across your iPhone and iPad, keeping your rhythm steady wherever you are. Highly customizable No two brains work the same. Fully customize your session lengths and break durations to fit your personal workflow and natural energy levels. Why I Built Emphasis: * To help you build a healthier, kinder relationship with your to-do list. * To provide a supportive, ADHD-friendly Pomodoro environment for minds to thrive. * To give you the tools to break the procrastination cycle for good. * To help you visualize your choices and celebrate the time you reclaim from distractions. * To prove that small, steady steps lead to the most meaningful progress. * You don’t need more hours in the day; you just need a place to begin. Join thousands of us who are choosing to lead a more focused, intentional life. Download Emphasis today and let’s find your rhythm together. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Ratings & Reviews

4.9

out of 5

54 Ratings

Can be better
19/07/2025

Alfez
Very good sync between apple devices, but please add Apple Watch infograph's complication as well.Thanks
Can be better
19/07/2025

Alfez

Very good sync between apple devices, but please add Apple Watch infograph's complication as well.Thanks
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19/11/2024

Egoist Sandro
Great app, couldn’t ask for more.I want to report bug on the dynamic island/notification bar. When we pause timer the status bar will keep ticking. Unless we unpause the timer on status bar is not in sync

Developer Response
Hey, thank you for the review.The bug is fixed and the update is coming very soon!
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19/11/2024

Egoist Sandro

Great app, couldn’t ask for more.I want to report bug on the dynamic island/notification bar. When we pause timer the status bar will keep ticking. Unless we unpause the timer on status bar is not in sync
Developer Response 21/11/2024
Hey, thank you for the review.The bug is fixed and the update is coming very soon!
Everyone should try this app!
22/05/2023

fransbaikhati
From Software Engineer view, this app straight to the point. Minimalist and have pie timer, sometime it is good to trick our brain to stop thinking how many times are left when studying. Great apps overall, the user interface also so friendly for those who never tried this kind of app. I have been using this for a week straight.
Everyone should try this app!
22/05/2023

fransbaikhati

From Software Engineer view, this app straight to the point. Minimalist and have pie timer, sometime it is good to trick our brain to stop thinking how many times are left when studying. Great apps overall, the user interface also so friendly for those who never tried this kind of app. I have been using this for a week straight.
Nice
04/12/2021

Tangguh Dipantara
Sugoi
Nice
04/12/2021

Tangguh Dipantara

Sugoi

NEW FEATURE: The Focus-O-Meter To get started with Focus-O-Meter, choose the apps on your device that you consider time‑wasting. Time spent in the apps you select is used to calculate your focus level, so the less you use them, the higher your Focus‑O‑Meter will be. Get more out of Focus‑O‑Meter by adding the widget to your Home Screen, so your focus is always within reach.

Version 10.5.0

6 hr ago

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