# StudyBreak vs Study Timer for Students

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Study Timer for Students at 100% against StudyBreak's 72%. Study Timer for Students also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). StudyBreak's advantage is ratings volume (199 vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StudyBreak sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Study Timer for Students sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Study Timer for Students holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StudyBreak has 199 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of StudyBreak's written reviews are positive against 100% of Study Timer for Students's.

StudyBreak ships an update every 2 weeks, Study Timer for Students every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StudyBreak | Study Timer for Students |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybreak-procrastinate-less/id1020691962/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-timer-for-students/id6468426065/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **199** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 71.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 249 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kenechi Okolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1020691961) | [Francesco Paciello](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551514059) |

## What reviewers say

### StudyBreak

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybreak-procrastinate-less/id1020691962)

This app helps users overcome distractions and procrastination by implementing a timed study and break system. It offers personalized study plans generated from syllabi and transforms study materials into audio podcasts for on-the-go learning.

**Highlights:** Timed study and break intervals, Distraction blocking alerts, Personalized study plan generation, PDF to audio podcast conversion, Background mode operation, Today Widget for quick control, Apple Watch companion app

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $1.49 | per 3 months |
| Notebook Gold | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Notebook Gold | $5.99 | per month |
| Notebook Platinum | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium (Annual) | $34.99 | per year |
| Notebook Gold | $44.99 | per year |
| Study Plan & Podcast Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Notebook Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Developer Fuel | $2.99 | one-time |
| Focus Timer Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited + (One Time Payment) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Helping Hand | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Notebook Credits | $6.99 | one-time |
| Loyal Supporter | $9.99 | one-time |
| True Legend | $14.99 | one-time |
| Study Plan & Podcast Power Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Helps stay focused and productive
- 📊 Useful statistics and tracking
- 💡 Accountability features like distraction notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with timer and notifications
- 🔧 Limited customization options
- 💰 Premium features behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Timer issues with countdown/countup
- Frequent crashes or freezing
- Inaccurate subject time tracking
- Distraction notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Calendar sync for study sessions
- Ability to edit/delete subjects
- More flexible break time settings
- Improved statistics and data visualization


### Study Timer for Students

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-timer-for-students/id6468426065)

This app helps students improve focus during study sessions. It functions as a timer and tracker for academic subjects, aiding in concentration for school or university work.

**Highlights:** Study focus timer, Subject tracking, Pomodoro technique support, University study aid, School subject management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $0.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StudyBreak free?

StudyBreak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Study Timer for Students free?

Study Timer for Students is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, StudyBreak or Study Timer for Students?

Study Timer for Students is rated higher. StudyBreak averages 4.7 out of 5 from 199 ratings, while Study Timer for Students averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do StudyBreak or Study Timer for Students have ads?

Neither StudyBreak nor Study Timer for Students shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StudyBreak or Study Timer for Students?

StudyBreak ships an update every 2 weeks, and Study Timer for Students every 2 months. Most recently, StudyBreak was updated on October 23, 2026 and Study Timer for Students on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*