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About Focusmate
Focusmate replaces willpower with real human accountability. You book a video session, share your goal, then work silently side-by-side with a partner. After the session, you celebrate progress together. It's a structured co-working service that leverages social pressure to keep you focused on any task—from desk work to cleaning to creative projects.
What it does
Sign up for free, schedule a session (25, 50, or 75 minutes), and get matched with a global community member. At the start, you both state what you'll work on. Then you mute and work on camera. At the end, you report what you accomplished. Focusmate handles scheduling, matching, reminders, and video calls—all from your browser, no downloads required.
Who it is for (and who it is not for)
Best for remote workers, freelancers, students, and anyone who struggles with procrastination or misses the accountability of an office or study group. It's also great for homemakers, artists, coders, and writers. It is not for people who prefer background noise or music while working (sessions are silent) or those uncomfortable with being on camera for short periods.
Real use cases
Users apply Focusmate to chores like watering plants or cleaning, creative work like writing a novel or practicing guitar, professional tasks like code reviews and email, and study sessions for exams. With over 12 million completed sessions, it's a proven method for getting things done.
Key features
- One-click booking — Schedule a session instantly or pick from available slots
- Video co-working — See your partner on camera while you both work muted
- Goal setting — State your intention at session start for accountability
- Progress check — Report what you accomplished at session end
- Automatic reminders — Email and browser notifications before each session
- Session history — Track your focus streaks and completion rate
- Flexible session lengths — Choose 25, 50, or 75-minute sessions to fit your task
Focusmate Pricing
Focusmate pricing: Free · from $8/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
Free
3 sessions per week — no credit card required. Includes all core features: booking, video co-working, goal setting, and reminders.
Plus
$8/month billed annually (or $12/month billed monthly) — unlimited sessions. Upgrade anytime from the free plan.
Business
Custom pricing for enterprises, small businesses, and learning communities. Contact Focusmate for details.
Free trial available: The free plan is always available with no credit card. Upgrade anytime.
Frequently asked questions
Is Focusmate free?
Yes, Focusmate offers a free plan with 3 sessions per week and no credit card required.
How much does Focusmate cost?
The free plan is $0. The Plus plan starts at $8 per month (billed annually) or $12 per month (billed monthly) for unlimited sessions.
Who is Focusmate best for?
It's best for anyone who needs accountability to get things done: remote workers, freelancers, students, creatives, homemakers, and anyone struggling with procrastination.
What are the top alternatives to Focusmate?
Alternatives include Flow Club, Caveday, and StudyStream. However, Focusmate's free plan (3 sessions/week) is one of the most generous, and Plus is lower-priced than most coworking/body-doubling services.
Does Focusmate work on mobile?
Yes, Focusmate works on desktop and mobile browsers with no downloads needed. You join video calls directly from your browser.
What is the key limitation of Focusmate?
Sessions are silent (muted video coworking), so it does not suit people who prefer background chatter or music while working. Also, you must be on camera, which some may find uncomfortable.
