ctrlhq

Focus timer

Pomodoro, built into your notch.

Start a focus session on your top task. ctrlhq tracks the time and calls the break.

Buy ctrlhq · Launch price, regularly $49: $19

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Focus sessions work best when the timer is visible but not in the way. In the notch, it's both.

Pick a task, start a session, and ctrlhq counts down while tracking the time against that task. When it's time for a break, ctrlhq tells you.

Try it

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Focus · 25m

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Then a 5 minute break. Nook goes for a walk.

What you get

  • Your lengths

    Focus for 15, 20, 25, 30, 45, 50, 60 or 90 minutes. Break for 3 to 20.

  • Tracked as you go

    Focus time is real tracked time on the task, so it shows up in your reports.

  • Calls the break

    ctrlhq lets you know when the session ends, so you don't have to watch the clock.

Questions

Does it work with the regular timer?

Yes. A focus session is a timer with an end, running on the same task.

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Focus timer, and everything else.

Every feature is in one app, for one price: $19 once, no subscription, and a full refund within 14 days if it isn't for you.

Buy ctrlhq · Launch price, regularly $49: $19

14-day money-back guaranteeAlready bought? Download

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