FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.) Reviews 812

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Evaluating 40 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Many customers find the application exceptionally useful for curbing distractions and staying focused, highlighting its effectiveness in promoting productivity and healthy online habits. The customer service is consistently praised for being responsive, helpful, and friendly, with many appreciating the prompt resolution of queries and issues. People also commend the staff for their dedication to improving the software, often incorporating feature requests and fixing bugs quickly. However, some customers also noted that the app can be buggy, experiencing issues like freezing, crashing, or not applying blocking plans correctly, particularly on certain operating systems like Mac OSX Sonoma. A few other people also felt that the app's layout can be complicated to understand initially, and the forced mode feature, while effective, can be inflexible when quick adjustments are needed.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FocusMe is the best blocking software I have come across. It is almost impossible to bypass, especially when a plan is enforced. It has been really helpful in keeping me stay focused and reducing unhe... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great tool! Definately helps curb unwanted internet habits. It's not fool proof (you get to program it yourself, so if you're not careful you can get yourself right back to square one) but since... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FocusME has been my productivity companion for close to a decade. it's the most reliable tools that works, and I've tried them all. They are very responsive to feature request and bug fixes. the most... See more

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About FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

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Boost Your Productivity with FocusMe

FocusMe is the ultimate app and website blocker for Windows, Mac, and Android. Get focused and productive - try for free today!

We understand the challenges of staying productive in a world filled with distractions. Whether you're a student, freelancer, or business professional, our powerful productivity app helps you stay on track by blocking distractions, setting time limits, and optimizing your workflow.

With features like:

  • Website & App Blocking
  • Pomodoro Timer
  • Customizable Schedules
  • Break Reminders
  • Data-Driven Insights

Join thousands of users worldwide who have taken control of their productivity. Try FocusMe today and experience the difference!

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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really amazing customer service

As usual the team is very supportive and kind, they always solve everything

13 November 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

We'll never stop supporting you guys in the best way we can! Thank you for your feedback, Nicolas!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good tool for increasing discipline.

A good tool for increasing discipline.
I use it to limit the time I spend gaming. Even without hitting the limits I set myself, I notice that I reduce the time I game on any given day, because I want to keep some reserve.
What should be improved, however, is the userfriendliness. It's not always obvious how certain rules can be set up, the interface is a bit clunky.

3 November 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Hello, Linus! Thank you so much for your kind review! We're happy to know that so far, it's really improved your self-control. Especially when you're playing games. Kudos to you!

We do understand about the interface concern; we are already working on a more streamlined UI!😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easiest recommendation of my life

Great product, genuinely feel like there are human beings working on this app (and in the support team, too), thoroughly recommend this to anyone who is on the fence.

3 November 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Wow! We appreciate your feedback, Werbliben! We'll surely let our team know about this. Thanks again! 💯

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Life-changing... From procrastinator to successful business in 6 months

One day 10 years ago while freelancing on upwork (odesk), I realized I had only gotten 3 hours of actual productive work done all day. The rest of the time was lost on all kinds of digital distractions. I started using FocusMe a week later and within 6 months I finally launched my first successful business. That was 5 years later than intended, but hey. Better late than never!

I don't think I could have done it without FocusMe. Digital distractions are productivity death by a thousand cuts. Silicon Valley pays brain scientists millions to make their products as addictive and distracting as possible. I’ve tried just about all other distraction blockers on the market, but they are easily circumvented. FocusMe has a “forced” mode – you WILL get your work done.

I'm an evangelist for this program. I always tell everyone about it. In this day and age, unless you have the willpower of a Tibetan Temple Elder, you may not even realize how many countless hours get lost every day, seeping through the cracks, seconds and minutes at a time. Unnoticed. Adding up to years of your life.

How much is it worth to get your life back? To finally get around to all the things you've been putting off for years? A million dollars? I don't know. What I do know is that I can't possibly recommend this program highly enough. FocusMe I want your autograph! If you were a woman I'd marry you. If I was a woman I'd want your baby.

10 January 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Thank you so much, Manny! Not just for using the FocusMe app but moreover, for being part of our fam! 😊 We're extremely happy that it's been helping you so much. As always, if you need help - we're here for you! ❤️️

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had to deinstall FocusMe from computer…

Had to deinstall FocusMe from computer was restarting everytime I tried to turn it off. Will try to reinstall.

28 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Hi Steve. Thank you for your feedback and we're extremely sorry to hear about this issue. 😞 We've reached out to you via our support ticketing system to look into this uncommon concern ASAP.

We hope to hear back from you soon. 🙏

UPDATE: Unfortunately after multiple attempts we were unable to reach you, Steve. Please reach out to us via our support if we can help. Thanks

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I love the app on my computer

I love the app on my computer; please work on getting an Android app that works on my version of Android OS. The Google Play Store shows an app but only works on my older phone. For reference, I'm running Android ver.13, One UI version 5.1 on a Galaxy S22.

21 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Hi, Tyler! We're happy that you're loving our desktop app so far! 😊 About the Android version, we're near to launching a new one. We promise to inform you all once it's ready. 🙏

In the meantime, we'll reach out to you via email if you haven't tried the Android version from our website. Your feedback is much appreciated!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can be set to be impossible to circumvent. 10/10

Before buying this I always gave in to distractions and let my work pile up. Now I'm forced to be productive because I've set the blockers to be impossible to circumvent. This is such an underrated feature and I'm surprised no other blocking software I've seen has it! I'm many times more productive now than before. Mere willpower does not compare at all. I would recommend FocusMe to anyone who struggles with digital distractions.

14 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Hello Brian! We're happy that so far, our app has been working so well for you - know that we won't stop improving it for you guys, or if you need help, our team's just here.

Thank you as well in advance for recommending it - friends, families, colleagues, etc.! Let's beat digital distractions altogether! 🤗

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazingly great app

Amazingly great app. Top of the line content through and through. Right amount of notifications and good tone. Can highly recommend

24 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

That's really awesome to hear from you, Bjarke! Thank you so much! Know that we'll keep doing amazing things for you guys! 🥂

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing app 10/10

Amazing app, amazing customer support, great value.

21 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Thank you as well for your amazing feedback! Our team will always be here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What makes this 5 stars is the amazing…

What makes this 5 stars is the amazing support whenever you need it. Thanks

16 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Woot, woot! We'll pass this along to our support team! To more years with you, Doan! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

effective

effective, adaptable to niche needs

14 July 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

We're happy to hear that from you, Dylan! Thanks for your feedback! ❤️️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hi my name is Mario, and i'm a workaholic...

Sometimes you have discipline other times you don't. This software allows me to respect my working hours. I'm a workaholic

For me it blocks certain software at specific time.

Technologically it just work. You won't know it exists. It doesn't slow down the computer.

Just buy it... get you life back...

User for 5 years now...

7 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Wow, hello Mario! Thank you for being part of the FocusMe/ReclaimTime for 5 years now - we're beyond grateful! Moreover, we're so happy that it's working very well for you.

We appreciate your wonderful feedback! Cheers! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great tool and excellent support!

The focusMe application is a really great tool as it is simple, lean and can be highly individualized to one's current needs.

Also the support when having problems is great! Clear, kind, persistent and very helpful!

29 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

So happy to hear that from you, Coco! Know that we'll continue doing what we do great for you guys. Cheers! 🥂

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

THE BEST!

THE BEST! THE GREATEST! THE FASTEST! aaaah, I'm in love with this product! Just waiting for my salary and will have to buy the other offers they have! It's a must you guys!

1 October 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Woot, woot! What a great way to start the month of October! Thank you so much for your feedback, Jeerah! Cheers to more years with you! 😊

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

So much potential, but can't be trusted.

I was on the two week trial, it's possible this would be a different experience outside the trial.

During the trial, the app was doing exactly what I needed it to. During the schedule I set, it would prevent gaming and random video/social media surfing, letting me actually have a reasonable sleep schedule. It would pause and hide these apps, but I wouldn't lose progress, and it was very consistent and reliable.

The day after my trial ended, the app popped up with a login screen. I attempted to login, the app interface would just lock up, and then randomly apply a schedule for a different time to my computer. Closing/ending the app of course didn't solve the problem, because it is (wisely) designed to relaunch if you try to play fast & loose with it. The only way to make my computer functional after the trial ended was to uninstall the app entirely (Thank goodness I didn't turn on the uninstall protection).

In theory, this app is pretty good, and does what it says. But if there's a problem this early into it's use that causes the computer to essentially not work, it seems like a very dangerous app to use or rely on. Disappointing, really...so much potential, but can't be trusted.

23 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

We're truly sorry for what happened, and I know that our team would have been eager to assist you in solving this. Know that this is not the kind of experience we want you to have.

We hope to find a way to contact you so that we can investigate the unsual behavior that you encountered. If at all possible, please get in touch with us through focusme.com/support/

We'll be waiting. 🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Works great as stated

The product works very well with many different options and limits to help allow better focus on the things that matter. Great product and works as stated.

19 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Thank you for your great feedback, Phil! We're happy to know that our app is really helping you focus more! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent product & support !!!

I have been a Focusme customer for a few months now and I just love the software. It is the perfect solution to manage your life online. It's simple & easy to use. My favorite feature is the "uninstall protection".

The support team is knowledgeable, professional & always quick to respond. They even follow up to see if a problem was resolved successfully, which is very rare these days.

FocusMe software is really good value for money considering all of it's functions & how versatile it is.

A WELL DESERVED 5 STARS !!!

12 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

What else we can ask for? Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Warren! Know that we'll continue doing our best to help and support you! To more months and years with you! 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service

Fantastic customer service, great product.

10 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Woohoo! We promise to always do our best to help you in every way possible. Cheers!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The only tool that I've found that ACTUALLY WORKS

This is the only tool that I've found that can effectively block sites and keep me from visiting the distracting and unproductive parts of the internet. I highly recommend it!

6 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Hi Joe! We are happy to hear that from you! That's the goal, to keep you productive. And of course, kudos for the effort your're exerting too that makes you more focused than ever. 😊

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Probably the best software I've purchased

If you want to have more control over your digital environment, get FocusMe. Seriously, it's the best app out there. It can do anything you want it to with unlimited customizability and if setup properly is nearly impossible to workaround. The value add to your life and mental well-being is worth 50x the asking price.

4 September 2023
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Reply from FocusMe (Reclaim Time Ltd.)

Woohoo! What else we can ask for? Thank you for your awesome feedback, Trevor! And always know that we'll never stop supporting you guys the best way we can. Cheers!

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