Comparison

Focus Study Timer & Study Log vs Study Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Focus Study Timer & Study Log

Boost concentration and manage your time effectively with a timer-based technique. This app helps you stay on track during study or work sessions, offering customizable timers and tools to review your progress and learn focus psychology.

Highlights
  • Customizable Pomodoro timers
  • Task categorization and time management
  • Visual progress review with graphs
  • Focus psychology tips and articles
  • Flexible timer and break durations
Features
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I have an exam coming up. A paper due this weekend. And honestly... I don't feel like doing anything. Deadlines are looming, tasks are piling up, and I just can't focus on work or study. Sounds familiar? You're not alone. We all go through these very human moments. But don’t worry! There’s a simple yet powerful technique designed to help you: the Pomodoro Technique. It helps boost your concentration, manage your study and work time, and build momentum using a timer. How it works: 1) Set a timer for how long you want to focus on studying or working. 2) Take a short break when the time ends. 3) Repeat. Sounds too simple? Try it — you’ll be surprised how well it works! This app is built on the Pomodoro Technique, refined with user feedback to help you stay on track, stay focused, and get things done. Key Features: 1 Customizable Pomodoro Timers - For work: 10, 25, 60 minutes - For breaks: 1, 5, 30 minutes - Set your own durations for maximum flexibility 2 Task Categorization and Time Management Track your study time and work sessions by: - Subject: English, Math, History, Physics... - Work type: Emails, Meetings, Writing, etc. - Study method: Reading, Listening, Memorizing, Note-taking - Other: Programming, Drawing, Practicing, Test prep, Meditation 3 Visual Progress Review Reflect on your focus patterns with helpful graphs: - "Nice, I stayed on track today." - "Hmm, hard to focus at home. I’ll try shorter sessions tomorrow." - "Focus is off today. A quick timer might help." 4 Focus Psychology Bite-sized tips and articles on: - Preventing smartphone distractions - Breaking focus-killing habits - The science of rest and how to use it wisely This app is for you if you're: - A student prepping for exams, quizzes, or assignments - A professional boosting productivity at work - A homemaker balancing house chores and personal time - A language learner working toward certification It's a small and simple app — just a repeating timer — but it’s made for those who care about focus, productivity, and making each day meaningful. We hope you’ll give it a try. It just might change the way you work and study! EULA (Legal Documents) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Study Timer

Enhance your study habits and achieve deep focus with a powerful tracker and timer. Utilize the Pomodoro Technique, calming sounds, and automatic logging to stay motivated and productive. Ideal for students, professionals, and individuals managing ADHD.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Focus Timer
  • Automatic Study Tracker
  • Natural Sounds & Lo-Fi BGM
  • Study Calendar & Graph View
  • Exam Countdown
  • Distraction-Free UI
Features
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Build real study habits and achieve focus that lasts. Struggling to focus or stay productive? Study Timer: Focus & Pomodoro is your powerful study tracker and focus timer for students, professionals, and anyone managing ADHD. Turn short focus sessions into lasting results with the proven Pomodoro Technique, calming natural sounds, and automatic study logs. Whether you're preparing for big exams, daily reading, or professional certifications, this app keeps you focused, motivated, and on track. ◆ Why Study Timer Works • Deep Focus × Study Habits × Automatic Tracking • Helps create consistent study habits through 25-minute focus bursts • Combines natural sounds with Lo-Fi BGM to block distractions • Tracks study time automatically — no manual effort needed • Perfect for users with ADHD who want structure and clarity No signup. No clutter. Just a focus timer built for real progress. ◆ Core Features (Free) • Pomodoro Focus Timer — 25/5 sessions, auto start/stop • Study Tracker — Your sessions logged automatically • Natural Sounds + Lo-Fi BGM — 7 options • Study Calendar — Daily records + graph view • Exam Countdown — Days left visualized • No Account — Start instantly, anytime → One app for deep focus, study habits, and productivity. No switching. No distractions. ◆ Premium Features (Optional) For users who want more control, deeper insights, and zero distractions: • No Ads — Stay focused, always • Custom Focus Timer — Adjust your focus duration • BGM Volume Control — Balance BGM and nature sounds • Advanced Stats & Charts — Visualize your progress in detail • Family Sharing — Share your plan at no extra cost ▶ Choose One-time Purchase or Subscription ▶ Yearly Plan includes a 7-day free trial ◆ What Users Are Saying Users say things like: “My motivation goes up when I check my logs.” “Two hours flew by—I stayed focused the whole time.” “This app helped me build a habit and pass my exam!” “It’s perfect for keeping my ADHD in check and tracking my study habits.” ◆ Best For... • High school / college students, exam takers, ADHD learners • Habit-builders who want a simple study tracker • Anyone seeking deep focus and fewer distractions • Users aiming to boost productivity and track real results ◆ Why Study Timer Works • Clean, distraction-free UI • Study time tracked automatically — no manual input • Visual feedback helps build consistency → Focus × Study Habits × Visualization = Real Results ◆ Focus BGM Options • Waves + Music Box • Rain + Music Box • Campfire + Guitar • River Stream + 528Hz • Cafe + Jazz • Writing + Lo-Fi • Underwater + Music Box • BGM OFF — Pure silence Perfect for reading, writing, and quiet work. ◆ How to Start 1. Set your durations 2. Tap [Start] 3. Study with focus — your study tracker logs it all automatically. Start with just one session. Build deep focus. Track progress. Create study habits that last. ▶ Free to use — lightweight, fast, no login required ▶ Optional upgrade: ad-free experience available Privacy Policy: http://thomsons.jp/sp/privacypolicy.htm Terms of Use: http://thomsons.jp/sp/pomodoro_terms.htm

Screenshots

Focus Study Timer & Study Log4 screens
Study Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Focus Study Timer & Study Log at none against Study Timer's shown. Focus Study Timer & Study Log also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (118 vs 13). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus Study Timer & Study Log sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and Study Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Focus Study Timer & Study Log against 4.8 for Study Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Study Timer & Study Log has 118 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Focus Study Timer & Study Log's written reviews are positive against 85% of Study Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Study Timer & Study Log ships an update fortnightly, Study Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Focus Study Timer & Study Log versus Study Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus Study Timer & Study LogStudy Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (118 ratings)4.8 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews92.6% of reviews — better84.6% of reviews
Number of ratings118 — better13
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB478 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerbondavi Inc.THOMSON Inc.

Customer experience

Focus Study Timer & Study Log

All ratings118 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews68 reviews
Positive92.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative4.4%

Study Timer

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral11.5%
Negative3.8%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Focus Study Timer & Study Log

Subscriptions3
  • Dramatically timer pause$3.491 Month
  • 応援コメントがラップ調 |無駄機能$6.991 Month
  • 応援コメントが名言風 |無駄機能$6.991 Month
One-time4
  • 無駄機能|ドラマティックに一時停止$2.99
  • Unnecessarily Detailed Data$5.99
  • 無駄機能|応援コメントが名言風$5.99
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  • 無駄機能|応援コメントがラップ調$5.99
5 purchases

Study Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Premium (annual)$5.991 Year
  • Premium (3-Month)$7.993 Months
  • Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$15.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium (lifetime)$9.99
  • Premium (Lifetime)$29.99

Questions

Is Focus Study Timer & Study Log free?
Focus Study Timer & Study Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Study Timer free?
Study Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Focus Study Timer & Study Log or Study Timer?
Focus Study Timer & Study Log and Study Timer are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 118 and 13 ratings respectively.
Do Focus Study Timer & Study Log or Study Timer have ads?
Study Timer shows ads; Focus Study Timer & Study Log does not.
Which is updated more often, Focus Study Timer & Study Log or Study Timer?
Focus Study Timer & Study Log ships an update fortnightly, and Study Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Focus Study Timer & Study Log was updated on September 30, 2026 and Study Timer on September 28, 2026.

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