Be Focused
6.4#19 in study timer appsFrom $19.99 a yeariOSmacOS
VisitBe Focused vs Cloud Outliner
Cloud Outliner
7.7#4 in study timer apps$4.99 one-timeFree planiOSmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Be Focused | Cloud Outliner |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Be Focused integrates with Focus Matrix, and the maker says Focus Matrix Pro is sold separately. | Cloud Outliner synchronizes through iCloud and Evernote. |
| Purpose | Be Focused breaks individual tasks into work intervals separated by short breaks to help users stay motivated and focused. | Cloud Outliner creates interactive, customizable notes to organize plans, projects, and ideas. |
| Security | The privacy policy says data is transmitted over HTTPS and account passwords are stored as hashes. | The privacy policy says data is transmitted over HTTPS and account passwords are stored as a hash. |
| Support | Xwavesoft says users can contact support by email and that replies usually arrive within 48 hours. | Xwavesoft directs users to [email protected] and says replies usually arrive within 48 hours. |
Be Focused plans
- Monthly Pro$2.99 a month
- Yearly Pro$19.99 a year
- Lifetime Pro$39.99, paid once
- Be Focused Pro (Mac)₹399, paid once
Cloud Outliner plans
- Monthly ProPriced on request
- Yearly ProPriced on request
- Lifetime ProPriced on request
- Cloud Outliner – Nested Lists (Mac)Free
- Cloud Outliner - Nested Lists (iPhone/iPad)Free
- Cloud Outliner for MacFree
Pick Be Focused if…
Be Focused suits people who want to structure individual tasks around timed work and break intervals. It may also suit users who want progress reports or task and timer controls on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Pick Cloud Outliner if…
Cloud Outliner suits people who want structured notes for plans, projects, or ideas on iOS or macOS. It may also fit users who need search, filtering, exports, or outline syncing, though Pro is needed for some sync options.