"Hootz helped me turn procrastination into productivity.” Abhijeet Yadav, Developer @Linkedin
AI companion app for focused productivity
Unlock your potential, block distractions with smart AI companion.
AI companion app
Unlock your potential, block distractions, and achieve success with smart AI.
Benefits
Why it works?
Hootz understands the struggle to stay focused, which is why it guides you like a supportive friend.
Blocks distracting apps and sites
Like a friend taking away that chip bag when you're on a diet, Hootz blocks distracting apps and websites when your willpower struggles.
Blocks distracting apps
Like a friend taking away snacks during your diet, Hootz blocks distracting apps when your willpower struggles.
No more overwhelming to-dos
Prioritize one task at a time, creating focused time blocks so you can tackle your work without stress.
Dopamine-driven progress
As you achieve your goals, Hootz celebrates your wins with a feel-good dopamine boost to keep you motivated.
Dopamine-driven progress
As you achieve your goals, Hootz celebrates your wins with a feel-good dopamine boost to keep you motivated.
Features
Everything you need to stay focused-and more
AI productivity partner that helps avoid procrastination, recover from distractions, and stay focused.
Best productivity coach I've had for staying focused and productive.
Best productivity coach I've had for staying focused and productive.
Deep focus sessions
Get things done with focused sessions tailored to your flow, using music and binaural beats to enhance focus.
Deep focus sessions
Boost productivity with personalized sessions using music and binaural beats for better focus.
Avoid burnout
Identify stress, practice mindfulness, take breaks, and stay relaxed at work.
All-in-one solution for focused prioritization
Ditch the clutter of to-do lists,calendars, and goal-setting apps. Let Hootz help you focus on one goal by syncing your calendar and tasks.
All-in-one solution for focused prioritization
Say goodbye to cluttered to-do lists and multiple apps. Hootz syncs your calendar and tasks to help you focus on one goal.
Impact
Unlock your life by locking out distractions
Improve mental health
Detect stress buildup and take breaks.
Manage day efficiently
Take control of your workday.
Achieve more
Get extra hours of deep work achieved.
Companionship
24/7 productivity companion
Imagine a friend who keeps you on track while you study or work, handles the boring tasks, and keeps you motivated.
Real time chat Coming soon
Discuss work topics with your AI companion in real time.
Fully anonymous
Focus on productivity without worrying about your data.
AI nudges
Stay on track with focus and break reminders.
Build better habits
Reduce anxiety with friendly, personalized conversation.
FAQs
Got questions? Find answers here
Hootz is your friendly AI companion for Mac that helps you focus. Like a supportive friend, it blocks distractions, plays focus music, and gently nudges you to stay on track.
Hootz is for anyone who wants to in increase their focus and productivity - whether you're a student, writer, developer, designer, founder, or just someone who wants to get more done.
When you start a focus session, Hootz automatically blocks distracting apps and websites you've selected. It stays active until your session ends.
Yes! You can create your own blocklist of apps and websites that distract you.
Hootz gives you insights about your focus sessions, showing when you're most productive and how well you stay focused.
Yes, your data is stored locally on your Mac and is never shared.
Yes, you can try Hootz free for 7 days with all features included.
You can subscribe monthly or annually to continue using all features.
Testimonials
Stories from focus champions
Running a startup means constant context-switching. Hootz helps me carve out deep work blocks when I need to focus on strategy. It's the closest thing to having a personal productivity coach.
Alex Bauer
Co-founder, Upside.tech
As a Group PM managing multiple teams, staying focused is crucial. Hootz blocks Slack when I'm doing roadmap planning and gently reminds me when I'm getting off track. My productivity has skyrocketed.
Mark Hansen
Group Product Manager, Branch.io
Since starting my own company, I have struggled with burnout. Hootz smart breaks and focus music features are backed by actual cognitive science. I'm impressed by how it adapts to my energy levels throughout the day.
Aaron Lopez
Founder, Stealth Startup
Client work requires intense focus sessions. Hootz's combination of focus music and distraction blocking helps me get into flow state faster. I'm delivering designs ahead of schedule now. 💪
Larissa Oh
Product Designer, Freelancer