Engross
6.5#18 in study timer apps$5.99 one-timeAndroidiOSmacOS
VisitEngross vs Forest
What both publish
| Fact | Engross | Forest |
|---|---|---|
| App blocking | The Google Play listing says Engross can automatically block distracting apps when a timer starts. | Deep Focus blocks or redirects attempts to open other apps during a session, and is available on the free tier. |
| Headquarters | Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India | Taichung, Taiwan |
| Privacy | The privacy policy says registered users’ email addresses are collected and their app data is backed up to a cloud database. | Forest says session data is stored with the account and is not sold to third parties. |
Engross plans
- Engross Premium$5.99, paid once
Forest plans
- FreeFree
- Monthly (Early Bird)$5.99 a month
- Annual (Early Bird)$35.99 a year
- Plus—
- Pro (existing users only)—
Pick Engross if…
Engross may suit students, remote workers, freelancers, and others organizing work or study into timed sessions. Its task tracking, reminders, calendar, and focus charts also suit people who want to review their focus patterns.
Pick Forest if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.