What is Focusmo and how does it help with ADHD?

Focusmo is a macOS and iOS focus app designed specifically for people with ADHD and time blindness. It uses gentle check-in prompts every 30 minutes to keep you accountable, a floating island that keeps your current task visible, and app blocking to eliminate distractions. Unlike other focus apps, Focusmo addresses the core ADHD challenge: not planning, but execution.

How do the 30-minute check-ins work?

Every 30 minutes (customizable), Focusmo shows a gentle prompt asking what you accomplished since the last check-in. You can log your progress with one click, see which apps and websites you used during that time, and set your intention for the next block. This builds a clear timeline of your day and keeps you aware of where your time actually goes.

What is the floating island feature?

The floating island is a small, always-visible window that stays on your screen showing your current task and focus timer. It follows you across all apps and desktops, making it impossible to forget what you committed to working on. You can also start new tasks directly from the floating island without switching apps.

Can Focusmo block distracting apps and websites?

Yes. Focusmo lets you create workspaces that block specific apps and websites during focus sessions. You can block social media (Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, TikTok), messaging apps (Slack, Discord), and any other distracting apps or websites. You can also auto-launch the apps you need for work when starting a focus session.

Yes, Focusmo has a generous free tier that includes unlimited timer, unlimited tasks, basic Pomodoro timer, and one workspace with app blocking. The Pro plan (from $3.25/month billed yearly) adds unlimited workspaces, activity tracking, calendar integration, and task manager integrations with Todoist, Things 3, TickTick, and more. There's also a $99 lifetime license option.

Does Focusmo have a Pomodoro timer?

Yes. Focusmo includes a full Pomodoro timer with customizable work and break durations. It features automatic break enforcement with full-screen break reminders, break activities, and integration with app blocking — so distracting apps are blocked during work sessions and available during breaks.

Which task managers does Focusmo integrate with?

Focusmo integrates with Todoist, Things 3, TickTick, Apple Reminders, Notion, and more. You can pull tasks directly from your favorite task manager and start focus sessions on them without leaving your workflow.

Does Focusmo work on iPhone and iPad?

Yes. Focusmo is available for macOS and iOS. Your focus sessions, tasks, and progress sync across devices via iCloud. Start a focus session on your Mac and check in from your iPhone.

How does Focusmo compare to other focus apps like Forest, Flow, or Be Focused?

Focusmo is unique because of its accountability check-in system. While other focus apps mainly offer timers and ambient sounds, Focusmo actively keeps you accountable with regular progress prompts, shows you exactly which apps you used, and provides a floating island that keeps your task always visible. It also combines app blocking, Pomodoro, activity tracking, and task manager integration in one app.

Does Focusmo track my activity and is my data private?

Focusmo can optionally track which apps and websites you use during focus sessions, giving you a clear picture of where your time goes. All data is stored locally on your device — Focusmo is privacy-first and local-first by design. No accounts are required for core features, and your productivity data never leaves your device.

Focusmo | Focus App for ADHD and Time Blindness on Mac

Why people love Focusmo

Hundreds of people use Focusmo every day and say it makes a real difference in their productivity

Helps stay accountable and focused

Simple and extremely effective

Significantly boosts productivity

I am absolutely loving the experience of using the app, it has really provided exactly what I've always needed as a uni student with severe ADHD. Thank you for creating this resource, with so many amazing features.

Jessica Anderson

Student

I've been impressed by the efficient work and focus features provided by Focusmo. After using it, I've felt the great help it has provided in improving work efficiency and managing time. It's made such a difference in my daily productivity.

D Migoo

Y'all need to try this thing called Focusmo. It's crazy how simple it is but how much it helps me focus.

Sophia Patel

Marketing Director

I've been using Focusmo everyday now. The blue waves in banner really helps me visualize time especially when I am time blind, really helps the ADHD brain. I have it always visible so I get reminded constantly of my current task.

Aiden Thompson

Software Engineer

Jessica Anderson

Student

How It Works

3 Simple Steps to
Stay on Track All Day

No complex setup, no steep learning curve. Just a clear path to getting your most important work done.

Step 1

Stay on track with simple check-ins

Focusmo asks 'what you’re doing' and 'what’s next' every hour. Like a quiet accountability buddy keeping you focused on your goals.

Asks what you're doing

Simple question to answer

No lists to manage

Stay on track naturally

"It's just handy to have an accountability buddy to remind me: just do one thing, finish this one thing"

Faye Campbell · motionapp.com

Step 2

Keep your goal visible while you work

Your task stays pinned at the top of your screen - like a tiny anchor for your brain. Start a session anytime if you want deeper focus or distraction blocking.

Floating island shows your task

Always visible, never in the way

Optional timer for deep focus

Distraction blocking when needed

"First time I've been able to assign myself a task and actually stick to it"

Nick Wolf · Australia

Step 3

See exactly where your day really went

Focusmo tracks your sessions, logs, apps, and websites automatically. At the end of the day, you get a clear timeline of what really happened.

Automatic app & website tracking

Clear timeline of your day

No manual logging needed

Know exactly where time went

"A reference to look back at how I'm spending my time"

Courtney Vickery · CEO, Declet Designs

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See Focusmo in Action

Watch how Focusmo helps you get things done, one task at a time.

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All the essential tools to
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Timer

Analytics

Workspace

Quick Access

Shortcuts

Tracking

Pomodoro

Compact Mode

Notifications

Reminders

Customization

Task Reset

Meetings

Notifications

Reminders

Customization

Task Reset

Meetings

Our Mission

Helping you get things done, one task at a time.

Most people don't struggle with planning - they struggle with execution. They over-plan and never touch the real work, or their day disappears without them noticing. Focusmo exists to fix that.

It keeps you on track with simple check-ins that prevent drift, a clear next step so you work with intention, and automatic logs so you always know where your time went.

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want something that asks me about my updates rather than me updating the todo list."

"It keeps a little text at the top of my screen that reminds me of what I'm doing!"

"It's like an accountability buddy that checks in on me."

"My favourite feature by far is the regular check-in."

"Your app seems to take care of managing itself and me while I work."

"I need an app companion that can keep me on track in a visual way."

"I want a simple app where I can set up the ONE thing I'm gonna focus on."

"I'm asked what I'm currently doing and what I want to do next - it motivates me."

"I'm one of those that looks at the screen wondering where the day went."

"I love the floating island where I can always see what my goal is."

"Just a simple question which I can answer. Minimalism and only the important things."