Aestu: Visual Focus Timer

Visualise time instead of calculating countdowns

Traditional digital countdown timers rely on rapidly changing numbers that often trigger urgency or anxiety. Aestu transforms every session into an organic, fluid shape that gently empties or fills over time—allowing you to perceive your progress at a glance without mental strain.

Specifically designed for individuals experiencing neurodivergence, ADHD, executive function challenges and time blindness, as well as knowledge workers seeking a calm alternative to rigid Pomodoro timers for deep work.

Designed around natural cognitive rhythms

• Fluid visual countdown with soothing, sensory-friendly colour palettes.
• Overtime Mode lets you maintain hyperfocus after the timer finishes without harsh alarms or guilt.
• Customizable duration presets, session tags and energy level check-ins.
• Cross-platform iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.

Minimalist, respectful and private

Aestu provides focus awareness through subtle haptic pulses and clean visuals rather than ticking noises and intrusive notifications. No mandatory account, no telemetry and no behavioural advertising: all your preferences and session history stay private in your personal iCloud.

Aestu is an executive function and productivity companion, not a medical diagnostic device. Free to download on the App Store with optional in-app purchases.