Hootz

"Hootz helped me turn procrastinationinto productivity.” Abhijeet Yadav, Developer @LinkedinAchieve unstoppable focus & transform your workday.Hootz automatically tracks your time, gently nudges you away from distractions, and helps you build mindful work habits—so you can achieve deep focus and get more done, stress-free.Download for freeDownload for freeTry for freeTry for freeApple silicon. macOS 11+ Join people from top companies in achieving focused productivity.Why Hootz?Stop fighting distractions. Start building focusIn a world overflowing with notifications and digital temptations, staying focused feels harder than ever. We juggle tasks, get sidetracked, and wonder where the day went.Hootz empowers you to reclaim your attention. It intelligently monitors your work, guides you back when you drift, and integrates mindful practices—transforming productivity from a struggle into a natural, rewarding flow. Rediscover focus that feels good. Running a startup means constant context-switching. Hootz helps me carve out deep work blocks when I need to focus on strategy. It's the closest thing to having a personal productivity coach.Alex BauerCo-founder, Upside.tech As a Group PM managing multiple teams, staying focused is crucial. Hootz blocks Slack when I'm doing roadmap planning and gently reminds me when I'm getting off track. My productivity has skyrocketed.Mark HansenGroup Product Manager, Branch.ioFeaturesYour all-in-one productivity coachProductivity coach that helps avoid procrastination, recover from distractions, and stay focused. Best  productivity coach   I've had for staying focused and productive.Natali Rodriguez, DesignerBest productivity coach   I've had for staying focused and productive.Effortless time tracking & AI insightsHootz automatically tracks apps and websites, second-by-second. No timers needed. Intelligently categorize activities (coding, design, email, social media) so you see exactly where your time goes.Mindful focus sessionsInitiate deep work blocks with optional guided breathing exercises and curated offline productivity music. Stay in the zone, minimize context switching, and build powerful focus habits.Real-time distraction nudgesOpen a known time-waster? Hootz.ai gently reminds you to refocus on your goals before you lose momentum. It's your friendly accountability partner against mindless scrolling.Seamless planning & progress trackingSync with your macOS Calendar to see planned events alongside your actual activity. Set daily or weekly goals for focused work and track your progress with insightful visual reports.Planning, goals & reportingPlan your intentions, track your realityBridge the gap between your schedule and how you actually spend your time.Calendar integrationSee your planned meetings and tasks alongside your automatically tracked activity timeline. Identify conflicts and optimize your schedule.Custom goalsSet targets for total work hours, deep focus time, or even project-specific time. Hootz helps you stay accountable.Actionable reportsReceive beautiful daily, weekly, and monthly summaries highlighting focused time, top distractions, productivity patterns, and progress towards your goals. Reflect, adjust, and improve.Your data stays yours. Always!We believe your productivity data is personal. Hootz is built with privacy at its core. All your tracking information is stored locally on your Mac. No cloud uploads, no external servers, no compromises. You have full control.ReportingWork smarter, feel calmer, achieve moreStop guessing where your day goes. Hootz.ai delivers powerful, easy-to-understand analytics that turn your raw activity data into actionable insights, helping you build better habits and master your focus.Crystal-clear time breakdownInstantly see how much time you really spend in focus, collaboration, or on distractions. Know your ratios, own your day.Identify & conquer distractionsPinpoint your top time-wasting apps and websites. Armed with this knowledge, you can proactively manage and reduce them.Understand work patternsDiscover your most productive days, average focus session length, and longest deep work streaks to replicate your successes.Activity categorizationSee time spent by category (like Design, Coding, Communication) automatically, without manual tagging. Understand your true priorities.Track progressVisual charts show your work trends and focus improvements over time, keeping you motivated and informed.Align plans with realityVisualize your work sessions alongside your calendar events to see how your day actually unfolds compared to how you planned it, refining future scheduling.PomodoroThe smarter Pomodoro timer for deep focusSay goodbye to basic timers and hello to dynamic, distraction-aware focus sprints designed to help you conquer your tasks with clarity and calm. Hootz elevates the Pomodoro Technique with intelligent, mindful features built to boost your productivity and keep you on track.Flexible focus sprintsCustomize work and break timers to your optimal rhythm, not a rigid clock.Mindful productivityBreathing exercises to start, curated music for flow, and breaks reminders.Distraction-aware sessionsGentle nudges automatically guide you back if you stray during a focus session.Task & goal integrationLink each Pomodoro to specific tasks and see your progress with every session.Actionable insightsTrack your Pomodoro streaks and success and improve your focus habits.Detailed sprint analysisAuto-tracks app usage to reveal true focus quality, not just time spent.ComparisonHow Hootz stands outFeatureTime tracker appsPomodoro appsHootzAutomatic trackingOften manualSecond-by-secondSessions categorizationLimited / manualIntelligentLocal data storageCloud-basedN/APrivacy-firstDistraction nudgesReal-time, gentleMindful focus toolsBasic timer onlyBreathing & musicCalendar sync (macOS)RareSide-by-side viewDetailed activity reportsBasic / Cloud-basedVisual, localGoal setting & trackingManualLimitedIntegrated & visual Since starting my own company, I have struggled with burnout. Hootz smart breaks and focus music features are backed by actual cognitive science. I'm impressed by how it adapts to my energy levels throughout the day.Aaron LopezFounder, Stealth Startup Client work requires intense focus sessions. Hootz's combination of focus music and distraction blocking helps me get into flow state faster. I'm delivering designs ahead of schedule now. 💪Larissa OhProduct Designer, FreelancerFAQsGot questions? Find answers hereWhat is Hootz? Hootz is your friendly companion for Mac that helps you focus. Like a supportive friend, it blocks distractions, plays focus music, and gently nudges you to stay on track.Who is Hootz for? Hootz is for anyone who wants to in increase their focus and productivity - whether you're a student, writer, developer, designer, founder, or just someone who wants to get more done.How does it block distractions? When you start a focus session, Hootz automatically blocks distracting apps and websites you've selected. It stays active until your session ends.Can I customize which apps and sites to block? Yes! You can create your own blocklist of apps and websites that distract you.How does it track my productivity? Hootz gives you insights about your focus sessions, showing when you're most productive and how well you stay focused.Is my data private? Yes, your data is stored locally on your Mac and is never shared.Is there a free trial? Yes, you can try Hootz free for 7 days with all features included.What happens after the trial? You can subscribe monthly or annually to continue using all features.Ready to find your productivity spark?Download for freeDownload for freeTry for freeTry for free --- "Hootz is a must-have for anyone looking to boost productivity and stay focused" Cage Castro, Founder @DiscagedPricingJoin professionals who transformed their work habits.Free planPlant the seeds of focused productivity$0Basic app blocking1 Recurring focus goalsContextual activity tracking1 hr focus session dailyLimited focused musicBasic AI nudges1 day productivity data accessDownloadPro planActivate the full potential of your focusLaunch offerONLY AT €68  /  LIFETIME€68 / lifetimeSave 80%Advanced app blockingUnlimited recurring focus goalsUnlimited focus sessionsUnlimited focus music playbackGuided AI nudgesAI Productivity ScoreUnlimited data retentionSecure early bird discount“As a product manager, staying focused used to be my biggest challenge. Hootz's AI companion feels like having a supportive teammate. Now, I can prioritize better, stay focused, and ship multiple features ahead of schedule.”Anuj Verma, Product Manager40% faster project completion“After 6 weeks with Hootz, my deep work sessions increased from 2 to 5 hours daily. The AI companion actually understands when I'm getting distracted and helps me refocus without feeling guilty.”Prathmesh Kesarkar, Senior Software Engineer96%Users report improved focusAverage focus session length increased by 47m2.8xIncrease in productivityAverage daily task completion rateFAQsGot questions? Find answers hereWhat is Hootz? Hootz is your friendly companion for Mac that helps you focus. Like a supportive friend, it blocks distractions, plays focus music, and gently nudges you to stay on track.Who is Hootz for? Hootz is for anyone who wants to in increase their focus and productivity - whether you're a student, writer, developer, designer, founder, or just someone who wants to get more done.How does it block distractions? When you start a focus session, Hootz automatically blocks distracting apps and websites you've selected. It stays active until your session ends.Can I customize which apps and sites to block? Yes! You can create your own blocklist of apps and websites that distract you.How does it track my productivity? Hootz gives you insights about your focus sessions, showing when you're most productive and how well you stay focused.Is my data private? Yes, your data is stored locally on your Mac and is never shared.Is there a free trial? Yes, you can try Hootz free for 7 days with all features included.What happens after the trial? You can subscribe monthly or annually to continue using all features. --- Thanks for downloading Hootz!Your download will begin automatically. If it did’t start, download Hootz manually.