Focus Dot

A quiet pomodoro timer in your menu bar. Focus, break, repeat.

Download on the Mac App Store
Requires macOS 13.0 or later
Focus Dot
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Features

Pomodoro timer

25-minute focus sessions with 5-minute breaks. The classic technique, right in your menu bar.

Menu bar countdown

See your remaining time right in the menu bar. Glance up to check without breaking flow.

Auto-switch

Automatically transitions between focus and break. No manual switching needed.

Customizable

Set your own work and break durations. Make it fit your rhythm.

Notifications

Optional alerts when switching between focus and break. Stay informed without watching the clock.

Dark mode

Follows your system appearance automatically. Looks right day and night.

How it works
1

Click the stopwatch

Find Focus Dot in your menu bar and click to open the timer.

2

Start a focus session

Hit Start and work for 25 minutes. The countdown runs in the menu bar.

3

Take a break

When the timer ends, take a 5-minute break. Then go again.

Start your first session

Download on the Mac App Store

Frequently asked questions

Is Focus Dot free?

Focus Dot is a one-time purchase priced at $2.99 on the Mac App Store. There are no subscriptions and no in-app purchases.

Does Focus Dot work on Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4)?

Yes. Focus Dot is a native macOS app built with SwiftUI and runs natively on Apple Silicon as well as Intel Macs.

Does Focus Dot require an account or internet connection?

No. Focus Dot works fully offline, requires no account, and stores no data on remote servers.

What macOS version do I need to run Focus Dot?

Focus Dot requires macOS 13 Ventura or later.

Where does Focus Dot live on my Mac?

Focus Dot lives in your menu bar and stays out of your Dock. Click the menu bar icon to use it.