Focus & habit app · Comparison
IdleMac vs Focus Bear
Focus Bear is a heavy-duty ADHD focus app with routines, website blocking, and habit flows. IdleMac is a single-purpose menu bar tool that only does one thing — shout when you go idle.
IdleMac
$9 one-time
IdleMac is for people who already have routines but need a nudge when they silently wander off mid-task.
Focus Bear
~$10/month subscription
Focus Bear is for people who need structured morning/evening routines and full app-and-site blocking.
Feature comparison
| Feature | IdleMac | Focus Bear |
|---|---|---|
| Price model | $9 one-time | Subscription |
| Website/app blocker | No | Yes |
| Idle detection alerts | Yes (core feature) | Limited |
| Morning/evening routines | No | Yes |
| Habit tracking | No | Yes |
| Menu bar only | Yes | No, full window |
| Runs offline | Yes | Partially |
| Privacy | No accounts, no telemetry | Account required |
Where IdleMac wins
- +Pay once, own forever — no recurring fee
- +No account, no data sent anywhere
- +Takes 30 seconds to set up
Where Focus Bear wins
- +Full ADHD-friendly routine builder
- +Blocks distracting sites and apps
- +Cross-platform (Mac, Windows, iOS, Android)
Which one should you pick?
Pick IdleMac if…
- You hate subscriptions
- You only want an idle alarm, not a whole system
- You care about privacy
Pick Focus Bear if…
- You need structured routines and habit flows
- You need to forcibly block distracting sites
- You want mobile + desktop coverage
FAQ
Does IdleMac block websites like Focus Bear?
No. IdleMac intentionally does one thing: detect idle and alert you. For blocking, pair it with Cold Turkey or the free Distraction Blocker Timer in /free-tools.