# StudyBreak vs Soft Pomodoro

The clearest difference is price: StudyBreak at Free against Soft Pomodoro's $2.99. StudyBreak also leads on ratings volume (199 vs 5) and device support (4 vs 1). Soft Pomodoro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

StudyBreak is free to download; Soft Pomodoro costs $2.99 up front. StudyBreak sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Soft Pomodoro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Soft Pomodoro 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 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of StudyBreak's written reviews are positive against 100% of Soft Pomodoro's.

## The numbers

| Metric | StudyBreak | Soft Pomodoro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybreak-procrastinate-less/id1020691962/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soft-pomodoro-focus-timer/id6774750053/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **199** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 73.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#198** |
| Size | 249 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kenechi Okolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1020691961) | [Ellen Park](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888832623) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 |
| Focus Timer Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited + (One Time Payment) | $4.99 | 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


### Soft Pomodoro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soft-pomodoro-focus-timer/id6774750053)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

This app uses the Pomodoro Technique to help you focus with timed work and break sessions. It offers a calm, aesthetic interface with customizable themes, daily goals, and streak tracking to build healthy habits. Features include live progress rings and Lock Screen Live Activities for seamless focus.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro Technique timer, Customizable themes, Daily goal setting, Streak tracking, Lock Screen Live Activities, Monthly heat map

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StudyBreak free?

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

### Is Soft Pomodoro free?

Soft Pomodoro costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, StudyBreak or Soft Pomodoro?

Soft Pomodoro is rated higher. StudyBreak averages 4.7 out of 5 from 199 ratings, while Soft Pomodoro averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do StudyBreak or Soft Pomodoro have ads?

Neither StudyBreak nor Soft Pomodoro shows ads.

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