# Silo vs FocusCommit

The clearest difference is price: FocusCommit at Free against Silo's $1.99. FocusCommit also leads on rating (4.1 vs 3.4) and review sentiment (50% vs 38%). Silo's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.1). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

FocusCommit is free to download; Silo costs $1.99 up front. Silo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and FocusCommit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusCommit holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Silo's written reviews are positive against 50% of FocusCommit's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Silo | FocusCommit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.4 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silo-focus-and-study-timer/id1086491369/reviews) | **[4.1 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuscommit-pomodoro-timer/id1488575394/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | 37.7% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rainbox Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1086491368) | [InnoBee](https://appshunter.io/developer/520931969) |

## What reviewers say

### Silo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silo-focus-and-study-timer/id1086491369)

This app provides a distraction-free Pomodoro timer specifically designed for Apple Watch. It uses subtle haptic feedback to guide focus and break sessions, helping users stay on track without auditory alerts. Ideal for quiet environments, it supports task management and progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Apple Watch native design, Discreet haptic alerts, Focus and break cycles, Adjustable timer intervals, Distraction-free operation, Task management and reminders (Pro), Focus stats tracking (Pro)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SILO Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlock Pro Features | $2.99 | one-time |


### FocusCommit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuscommit-pomodoro-timer/id1488575394)

This app combines the Pomodoro Technique with task management to enhance focus and combat procrastination. It offers features like Kanban boards, white noise, and analytics to help users manage their workflow and track progress effectively.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro Technique timer, Kanban boards for task visualization, Smart sync with Google Tasks/Microsoft To-Do, White noise for concentration, Focus session analytics, Customizable work/break intervals, Live Activities on Lock Screen/Dynamic Island

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $0.99 | one-time |
| Yearly subscription | $8.99 | one-time |
| Focus, Commit Lifetime Deal | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Silo free?

Silo costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is FocusCommit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Silo or FocusCommit?

FocusCommit is rated higher. Silo averages 3.4 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while FocusCommit averages 4.1 from 19 ratings.

### Do Silo or FocusCommit have ads?

Neither Silo nor FocusCommit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Silo or FocusCommit?

Silo ships an update every 3 weeks, and FocusCommit every 3 weeks. Most recently, Silo was updated on September 28, 2026 and FocusCommit on September 30, 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.*