Stay focused, get more done. Block distracting apps, start focus sessions, take mindful breaks, and build productive habits with BUSY.
BUSY — Focus Timer & Distraction Blocker
Stay focused. Get more done.
Block distracting apps and notifications while adding structure to your day.
Choose short focus sessions with regular breaks or switch to deep focus mode. Work without interruptions on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac.
FEATURES:
- Instant Focus. Start focusing in one tap. Choose Pomodoro-style sessions with breaks or work without time limits.
- BUSY Bar Сontrol. Connect and manage your BUSY Bar from your phone. Start focus sessions, block distractions, update firmware, connect to Wi-Fi, and more.
- Music Themes. Choose visual themes with music designed to support deep, focused work.
- Block Distractions. Automatically block distracting apps and mute notifications so you stay in control.
- Track Your Attempts. See how often you try to open blocked apps and build stronger focus habits.
- Structured Focus Sessions. Stay consistent with focus intervals designed to improve productivity.
- Apple Watch & Mac Support. Start, stop, or manage sessions from your Apple Watch or Mac. Everything syncs instantly.
BUSY helps you stay focused, reduce distractions, and build better work habits — across all your devices.
So far, I have found this as a good pomodoro timer that can also block apps. I liked that I can easily see and set the total session time, not just the interval times. One possible issue I have is that I cannot access any blocked apps when the session is active, particularly during breaks. I wish there was an option to allow access to some or all set blocked apps during breaks. I also wish I could set the break timer to 25 minutes, as I sometimes like to do 55 minutes of work then 25 minute break.
Developer Response
Thanks for the feedback!
Why is there no sound when the time is up?
ivainberg
Overall, it's great, but where is the sound notification or at least the vibration on the watch?
Clean and futuristic timer
Carterina99
Normal timers just don’t work for me, this one combines the pomodero method with a clean and futuristic interface that makes distraction blocking easy. It also gave plenty of options of how I can customize my working schedule
Developer Response
Thank you! ❤️
Good focus timer
crestron
It’s a nice focus timer with some cool features. Only annoyance seen so far is that when the timer is not in use, it continues to leave widgets up in the “island” instead of removing them.
Developer Response
Thanks for the feedback!You mentioned the Live Activity widget—we’re working to fix it.
We've been BUSY. Here's what's new:
- BUSY Bar Control — Support for the upcoming BUSY Bar productivity multi-tool. The device is launching soon.
- Music Themes — Immersive sounds and visuals for deeper focus.
- New App Blocker — Stop distractions with a single tap and stay accountable.
- Focus Session Sync — Your progress follows you across your phone, watch, Mac, and BUSY Bar.
- Performance Improvements — Faster, more stable, fewer bugs.
Version 3.3
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