Stay On Task offers a simple, unobtrusive way to improve focus with a random timer that checks your progress. The app also introduces StayOnTaskPLUS, a premium version with customizable alarms, a personalized background image, scheduled tracking, and the ability to pause sessions. With 50,000+ total downloads and -1 in the last 30 days, it’s backed by a solid 4.0 rating from 335 users and a presence that spans 5632 days on the market.
Pros & Cons
Simple, unobtrusive focus tool that checks on you during work
Random timer adds unpredictability to keep you productive
StayOnTask Plus offers customizable alarms, backgrounds, scheduling, and pause capabilities
Lacks built-in task lists, reminders, and Pomodoro-style workflows common in competitors
No in-app analytics or detailed progress tracking beyond basic sessions
Some advanced features require the Plus upgrade, which may not suit all users
About StayOnTask
StayOnTask was a productivity app developed by Jay Muntz. It was removed from Google Play Dec 2, 2021 and is no longer available for download.
Download Statistics
StayOnTask had been downloaded 71 thousand times before it became unavailable.
User Ratings
StayOnTask was rated 4.00 out of 5 stars, based on 340 ratings.
App Information
StayOnTask was free to download. The APK download size was 799.18 kB. The last available version was 1.04. The last update was on October 9, 2011.
Technical Requirements
StayOnTask required Android 2.1+ or higher. The app had a content rating of Everyone. The app had been available on Google Play November 2010.
Description
NEW: Check out the new Stay On Task Plus which is a premium version of this app with several new features.
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★★★★★
SOOO HELPFUL FOR ADHD!!!! This app has been so helpful!!! I really struggle with adult ADHD, and this app helps me stay on task without getting annoying during the times when I actually am on task. I'm a terrible procrastinator too, and this helps me be more mindful of how much time I'm wasting. My roommates hear the alarms and look at me when they go off.. Their look they give me when it goes off really helps keep me accountable with my time management. 5 stars all the way!!!
★★★★★
Great little App This is a great app, but it would be fantastic if it could be updated to work with Android Wear and alarm via a smartwatch. I'd happily pay for that feature....
★★★★★
Awesome app! Can a simple tracking counter be added? I.e. "Today On Task: 5 & Today Off Task: 2"
★★☆☆☆
I can't customize the alarm sounds. The app's page on Google play says that this feature is available in the premium version. The link provided that supposedly leads to the premium version didn't work. All it said when I clicked on the link is "page not available". The whole experience was frustrating and disappointing.
★★☆☆☆
Wasn't what I expected In my opinion, this app would only be helpful to keep people off their cellphones. While setting up the app, I thought I would be able to input chores that needed to be done. While in the process of logging myfitnesspal, this app pops up and blocked what I was doing with one of two buttons to push (yellow sitting at a desk working) or (blue frowny face) with no sound. So, if I had started working for the day and got sidetracked with something OTHER than my cellphone I would never have known! Not helpful.
Technologies used by StayOnTask
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Trust & Safety: Uses standard Android permissions; several permissions (DISABLE_KEYGUARD, WRITE_SETTINGS, RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED) are sensitive and should be clearly justified in the privacy policy. No location or personal data access is indicated.
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