Everything Forest does, but free and with study groups.
yElixir: Free forever Forest: $3.99 one-time (iOS) + in-app purchases for trees
| 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 |
No paywalls, no in-app purchases. Every feature is free from day one.
Create or join study rooms with real-time rankings and live attendance — Forest has no social features.
Daily study streaks keep you motivated. Compete with friends on leaderboards.
Access from any browser on any device. No app install required.
Yes, 100% free. No premium plans, no in-app purchases, no ads.
Yes. yElixir is a progressive web app — install it on your phone's home screen for a native app experience.
Yes. You can toggle Pomodoro mode with customizable work/rest durations, or use the free-form timer.
Absolutely. Create study groups, invite friends via link, and see real-time rankings and attendance.