# Focus Timer vs FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer at 7.5K against Focus Timer's 10. FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer also leads on device support (5 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). Focus Timer's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 89%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Focus Timer against 4.8 for FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer has 7.5K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Focus Timer's written reviews are positive against 89% of FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer's.

Focus Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Timer | FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-quest/id1195801405/reviews)** | [4.8 (7.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuspomo-pomodoro-timer/id1528322796/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **7.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 88.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 94 MB | 176 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jeff Cedilla](https://appshunter.io/developer/944615129) | [FocusPomo Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617608471) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-quest/id1195801405)

This app gamifies productivity by combining the Pomodoro Technique with RPG elements. Complete tasks to level up your character, unlock gear, and conquer quests, making work and study more engaging and rewarding.

**Highlights:** RPG character system, Quest-based tasks, Reward system, Customizable Pomodoro timers, Daily and custom quests, Offline mode, iCloud sync

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| extra quotes | $2.99 | one-time |
| remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Discount | $4.99 | one-time |
| donate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |


### FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuspomo-pomodoro-timer/id1528322796)

This app utilizes the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and productivity for work and study. It offers a minimalist design with features like real-time iCloud sync, customizable timers, and detailed productivity insights.

**Highlights:** Minimalist Pomodoro timer, Real-time iCloud Sync, Productivity charts and insights, App Whitelist, Customizable Pomodoro cycles, Widgets and Live Activities

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FocusPomo Plus Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| FocusPomo Plus Half Yearly | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly | $15.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly Family | $17.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly Family | $19.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly (Family Sharing) | $49.00 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime (-1y) | $14.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus 永久会员（减一个月） | $15.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus 永久會員 | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime (-1m) | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Discount for Yearly | $24.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Lifetime Family | $59.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and intuitive UI
- 🌟 Cute and motivating tomato visuals
- 🕰️ Effective Pomodoro timer
- 🔒 No ads or distractions
- 📆 Weekly progress tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ No pause/resume option for timers
- 🎨 Limited customization options
- 🔔 Weak notification sounds
- 💾 Tomato data resets weekly

**Reported bugs**

- Tomatoes disappearing from the screen
- App whitelist feature not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Ability to pause/resume timers
- Option to customize tomato colors/types
- Louder/more noticeable timer notifications
- Retain tomato data across weeks
- Add tasks/to-do list integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Timer free?

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

### Is FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer free?

FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Focus Timer or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer?

Focus Timer is rated higher. Focus Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer averages 4.8 from 7.5K ratings.

### Do Focus Timer or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer have ads?

Neither Focus Timer nor FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Timer or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer?

Focus Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Focus Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer on September 27, 2026.

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