Features built for deep work.
Not another task manager. A focus system that actually works.
Focus Fundamentals
The core tools for uninterrupted deep work.
Daily Focus Goals
Set your daily focus target - default 2 hours, fully customizable. See visual progress tracking toward your goal.
- Choose ONE task that matters most
- Visual progress ring shows how close you are to your goal
- Complete multiple tasks per day if needed
- Separate task completion from focus time
Focus Timer
Enter "the arena" with a beautiful distraction-free full-screen mode.
- Beautiful circular progress ring
- Pause and resume - life happens, pick up where you left off
- Screen stays awake during focus
- Goal completion celebration when you hit your target
App Blocking
Real blocking, not just reminders. Uses iOS Screen Time integration.
Screen Time Integration
Block distracting apps using Apple's official Screen Time API. No workarounds, no cheating.
- Select specific apps or entire categories to block
- Shield screen appears if you try to open blocked apps
- Track how many times you resisted temptation
- Enforced during focus sessions automatically
Tracking & Insights
Understand your focus patterns and improve over time.
Distraction Tracking
Monitors app switching during focus. Records distractions over 3 seconds. Celebrate perfect sessions with zero distractions.
Timeline & Updates
Add progress updates during focus sessions. See your day unfold chronologically with timestamps. Access any past date.
Weekly Focus Chart
7-day bar chart visualizing your focus time. See weekly totals and daily averages. Track consistency over time.
Analytics Dashboard
Current and longest streak tracking. Score trends across week, month, and all time. Identify your best days and optimize.
Motivation & Habits
Build lasting focus habits with streaks and achievements.
Focus Streaks
Build momentum with consecutive focus days.
- Daily streak counter builds with each completed goal
- Longest streak tracking - your personal best is always visible
- Visual flame icon grows with your consistency
- Detailed stats about your focus patterns
30+ Achievements
Gamification that motivates without being annoying.
- Goal achievements: 1, 10, 50, 100 goals completed
- Streak achievements: 7, 30, 100 day streaks
- Focus time: 10h, 100h, 1000h lifetime focus
- Hardcore: Marathon (4h/8h), Zen Master, Perfect Hour/Day/Week
- Special: Early Bird, Night Owl, Weekend Warrior, Iron Will
Tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond, Platinum, Rose Gold
Shutdown Mode
The daily ritual to end your workday with intention.
- Step 1: Capture loose ends - write down anything still on your mind
- Step 2: Review tomorrow's calendar - preview upcoming events
- Step 3: Hold to complete - intentional closure to your workday
- Add tasks to Reminders for tomorrow
- Nudge notifications after your daily update time
Apple Ecosystem
Deep integration with iOS and the apps you already use.
Apple Reminders
Import tasks with bi-directional sync. Completion status, titles, and notes all sync. Smart sorting by due date.
Calendar
Preview tomorrow's events as part of Shutdown Mode. Plan around your commitments with schedule awareness.
Health App
Sleep data analysis for AI Coach insights. Privacy-first - only reads data when you request AI insights. Optional.
Weather
Location-based productivity insights. Weather can affect focus patterns - AI Coach factors this in. Optional.
Home Screen Widgets
Current streak, daily goal hours, time spent today, and weekly average - all visible at a glance.
Live Activities
Dynamic Island support with active timer. Lock screen widget shows real-time progress. Manage sessions without unlocking.
Pro Features Pro
Unlock the full experience with a Pro subscription.
AI Coach
Personalized, time-aware coaching that tells you the truth.
- On-demand insights - tap the sparkles button for feedback
- Time-aware coaching for morning, afternoon, evening, night
- Performance trend analysis - improving, declining, or stable?
- Pattern recognition - discover if you're a morning or evening person
- Sleep correlation from Health app
- Coaching history to track your progress
iCloud Sync
Automatic cloud sync across all devices. Real-time updates within seconds. Full data sync for tasks, updates, sessions, and preferences.
Focus Sounds
Brown noise generator with scientifically-backed focus audio. Seamless 10-second loop with smooth fade in/out. Toggle on/off during sessions.
Appearance
System/Light/Dark mode support. Choose 5-day or 7-day calendar view. Customize your focus goal hours. Data export options.
Ready to focus on what matters?
Download Hardcore Focus and start your journey.
