CogniFocus
CogniFocus is a focus timer and app blocker with a Goblin companion that reacts when you drift to TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and other...
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Description
CogniFocus is a focus timer and app blocker with a Goblin companion that reacts when you drift to TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and other distractions.
About CogniFocus
What is CogniFocus?
CogniFocus is an Android focus timer and app blocker with a reactive Goblin companion and progress tracking.
What CogniFocus does
CogniFocus runs timed focus sessions and interrupts selected distraction apps through Shield. The Goblin changes mood when distractions occur or sessions finish. Streaks, XP, daily goals, and recovery nudges track progress and help users return to a session.
Who CogniFocus is for
Students, people with distraction patterns, and people who repeatedly open social apps during work can use CogniFocus for focused sessions.
How CogniFocus works
The user selects a session duration and starts the timer. Shield watches for selected blocked apps and interrupts them when opened. Goblin reactions and recovery nudges accompany the session, while completed sessions contribute to streaks, XP, and Focus Shards.
Key features
- Focus sessions support preset and custom durations.
- Shield blocks selected apps during active sessions.
- Goblin mood states include neutral, annoyed, angry, and cheerful.
- Sessions can be paused without losing the setup.
- Progress includes streaks, XP, daily goals, and companion affinity.
- Focus Shards are earned through sessions and recovered attention.
- Pro includes Planned Sessions and reminders.
- Pro includes cloud sync and restore across devices.
Pricing
As listed on cognifocus.app, checked 14 October 2026. Prices can change; see the site for current terms.
- Free: $0 without a credit card.
- Pro Monthly: 7-day trial, then $3.99 per month.
- Pro Yearly: $31.99 per year, approximately $2.67 per month.
Facts from cognifocus.app, checked 14 October 2026
- CogniFocus is built by Qasim Khan of CogniElevate.
Written from CogniFocus's own website (Homepage, Pricing, About, Docs). The maker can claim this listing to edit it.
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Frequently asked questions
Which platforms are available?
CogniFocus is available on Android through Google Play. iOS is in development with a waitlist, and desktop support is being explored.
Can apps be blocked without a timer?
Manual Block is a separate Pro mode for blocking selected apps outside a focus session.
Why is Usage Access needed?
Usage Access identifies the app in front so Shield can react. The FAQ says it does not read messages or app content.
Why is Overlay permission needed?
Overlay permission allows the Shield screen to appear over the distraction app.
Does core blocking work offline?
The FAQ says core session and blocking behavior are designed to work without a live network connection.
Where is billing managed?
Pro subscriptions are managed through Google Play, and the monthly plan can be cancelled at any time.