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FlowBuddy

FlowBuddy reduces screen time, gains focus. It blocks distracting apps and adds a pause before access.

Checked 5 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since October 2024

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At a glance

Starts at Free No paid plan found on the App Store, September 2026.
Free tier Yes
Platforms iPhone, iPad
Best for ADHD users, focused workers
Not for Extreme phone restrictors

3.9 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

FlowBuddy helps you stay more focused by blocking distractions. Ideal for ADHD or those needing to be more productive. Not suitable if you want an app that fully locks down your phone without any friction.

✓What it does well

Blocks distractionsFlowBuddy adds a pause before accessing blocked apps and websites to help you stay focused.
Customizable schedulesYou can set which days and times certain apps are accessible based on your needs.
Breathing exerciseA built-in breathing exercise helps you regain focus before accessing blocked content.

✕Where it falls short

Requires manual interventionYou need to manually select which apps and websites are blocked, making setup more time-consuming.
Limited customization options for daysOnly allows selecting certain predefined times (5 or 10 minutes) before the breathing exercise can be done.
No fully locked modeDoes not offer a completely lock-down phone without any way to bypass restrictions.

Key features

Screen Time-based shieldingUses Screen Time features for app and website blocking.
Track habitsTracks your app access patterns over time, helping you understand your usage better.
In-app purchases availableOffers additional features through in-app purchases beyond the basic free version.
Custom Time IntervalsAllows setting custom time intervals before access

Questions about FlowBuddy

What does FlowBuddy do?

FlowBuddy is an iPhone and iPad app that reduces screen time by blocking distracting apps and websites and adding a pause before access. It uses Screen Time features for blocking, offers a built-in breathing exercise before blocked content opens, and tracks app access patterns over time.

Is FlowBuddy free?

FlowBuddy is listed as free, and Toolio found no paid plan on the App Store in September 2026. It runs on iPhone and iPad and includes distraction blocking, customizable schedules, a breathing exercise and habit tracking.

Who is FlowBuddy for?

FlowBuddy suits people with ADHD and focused workers who want fewer distractions. The reviewer notes it is not suitable for anyone who wants an app that fully locks down a phone without any friction, because it does not offer a completely locked mode that cannot be bypassed.

Can FlowBuddy block apps on a schedule?

FlowBuddy lets users set which days and times certain apps are accessible, which the reviewer lists among its strengths. Setup takes some effort, though, since each app and website to block has to be selected manually rather than chosen automatically.

How does Toolio rate FlowBuddy?

Alex scored FlowBuddy 3.9 out of 5 on 5 Oct 2026 after real use. The reviewer credits its distraction blocking, customizable schedules and breathing exercise, while noting the manual setup and the lack of a fully locked mode. Toolio has listed it since October 2024.

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