Gentle Sniper
How does the Gentle Sniper app help me focus on a task?
You pick a task, set a timer, and press start. A simple scope graphic appears on your screen to gently nudge you back to work if your mind wanders, while calming background sounds like rain or a coffee shop murmur help you stay in the zone.
What kind of sounds does Gentle Sniper offer for background noise?
The sounds are real, ambient recordings like rain or a faint coffee shop murmur — no dramatic music or jungle noises. They create a quiet, unobtrusive atmosphere that helps you concentrate without being distracting.
The timer ended but I barely noticed — is there a way to make the alert more noticeable?
The current alert is just a screen change, which can be easy to miss. Many users wish for a gentle chime when the timer ends, so you might want to check for updates or suggest this feature to the developer.
How do I turn off the daily 'Mission Ready?' notification I keep getting?
You can disable this notification in your iPhone's Settings app — go to Settings > Notifications > Gentle Sniper, then turn off 'Allow Notifications.' The app's own settings menu may also have an option to manage it.
How does Gentle Sniper compare to other focus apps like Forest or Focus@Will?
Unlike apps that gamify focus with trees or reward points, Gentle Sniper is intentionally minimal — it just gives you a simple scope graphic and ambient sounds. It’s best for people who want a calm, no-pressure tool rather than a coach or a report card.
