Forest

What is Forest?

Forest is a top-rated productivity app that helps you beat phone addiction and stay focused—by growing a virtual tree every time you concentrate. If you leave the app to check notifications, your tree withers. If you stay present, your tree flourishes. Over time, you grow an entire forest—each tree representing time well spent.

Used by more than 2 million paying users and featured in Apple’s “Amazing Apps” campaign, Forest has helped people in over 136 countries make better use of their time. Even better? Over 1.5 million real trees have been planted on Earth thanks to Forest users.

How does Forest work?

When you want to focus, you plant a seed in the app. As you resist the urge to check your phone, the seed grows into a tree. Sessions can be customized to fit your schedule, and you can choose from over 90 tree types and relaxing white noises to accompany your focus time.

The app supports Allow Lists (on iOS 16+) to block only the apps you find most distracting, and it syncs across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. You can tag tasks, track phone usage, and view detailed statistics about your focus trends.

Earn coins to unlock new species, compete with friends, and plant real trees through Forest’s partnership with Trees for the Future. Whether you’re working solo or alongside your community, every session brings a sense of growth, achievement, and environmental impact.

Why is Forest helpful for attention?

Forest transforms attention management into a visual, gamified experience. The motivation to “keep your tree alive” helps break the cycle of impulsive phone use. By shifting the reward from short-term distraction to long-term growth, Forest supports both immediate focus and habit formation. Its soothing soundscapes, friendly visuals, and meaningful real-world connection make it easier to stay grounded and present.

Who is Forest best for?

• Phone-scrollers and doomscrollers trying to reduce screen time
• Students and professionals who want focused study or work sessions
• Gamified productivity fans who enjoy visual progress and unlocking achievements
• Habit builders working on consistency through streaks and repetition
• Eco-conscious users motivated by the opportunity to plant real trees while staying focused