Best Forest Alternative

Everything Forest does, but free and with study groups.

yElixir: Free forever Forest: $3.99 one-time (iOS) + in-app purchases for trees

yElixir vs Forest

Feature yElixir Forest
Study Timer ✓ Pomodoro + free timer ✓ Tree-growing timer
Study Groups ✓ Real-time group rooms with rankings ✗ No group features
Streak Tracking ✓ Built-in daily streaks ✗ No streaks
Subject Tracking ✓ Track time per subject ✓ Tag-based tracking
Friend System ✓ Add friends, see their progress ✗ Limited social
Real-time Rankings ✓ Live leaderboards in groups ✗ No rankings
Study Planner ✓ Daily/weekly task planner ✗ No planner
Price Free $3.99 + in-app purchases
Platform Web (works everywhere) iOS & Android only

Why Switch to yElixir?

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100% Free

No paywalls, no in-app purchases. Every feature is free from day one.

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Study Groups

Create or join study rooms with real-time rankings and live attendance — Forest has no social features.

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Streaks & Accountability

Daily study streaks keep you motivated. Compete with friends on leaderboards.

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Works Everywhere

Access from any browser on any device. No app install required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is yElixir really free?

Yes, 100% free. No premium plans, no in-app purchases, no ads.

Can I use yElixir on my phone?

Yes. yElixir is a progressive web app — install it on your phone's home screen for a native app experience.

Does yElixir have a Pomodoro timer?

Yes. You can toggle Pomodoro mode with customizable work/rest durations, or use the free-form timer.

Can I study with friends on yElixir?

Absolutely. Create study groups, invite friends via link, and see real-time rankings and attendance.

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