# Flow vs Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Flow at 1.7K against Pomodoro Timer's 1. Flow also leads on device support (5 vs 1). Pomodoro Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Pomodoro Timer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pomodoro Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flow has 1.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Flow ships an update every 4 weeks, Pomodoro Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flow | Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-focus-and-pomodoro-timer/id1423210932/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-saintfocus/id6747767095/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.7K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 233 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yugen GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1362171211) | [NAREK TALATINIAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652925376) |

## What reviewers say

### Flow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-focus-and-pomodoro-timer/id1423210932)

Enhance your concentration and productivity with a scientifically proven method. This app divides your workflow into focused work intervals and scheduled breaks, helping you reduce stress and stay motivated. Ideal for work, study, or any task requiring deep focus.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro timer with work intervals and breaks, App and web blocking, Statistics tracking, Commitment mode, Inspirational quotes, Home & Lock Screen Widgets

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Access | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Minimalist and uncluttered design
- 💡 Customizable work and break durations
- 🔒 No ads or unnecessary features
- 🤖 Responsive and helpful developers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔇 Notification sound could be louder
- 📊 Lack of detailed statistics and analytics
- 🔀 Inability to pause or resume a flow session
- 🖥️ Inability to minimize the timer window

**Reported bugs**

- Live activity feature not working consistently
- Timer not recording sessions accurately
- App blocking functionality not working as expected
- Crashes and freezes on certain macOS versions

**Requested features**

- Allow custom work and break durations
- Add option to pause and resume flow sessions
- Implement real-time sync across devices
- Provide more detailed productivity tracking and reporting
- Include an Apple Watch app with complication support


### Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-saintfocus/id6747767095)

This app uses a Pomodoro-inspired timer to help Christians enhance focus and discipline. Earn virtual rewards like saints and sacred locations by completing focus sessions, fostering spiritual growth alongside productivity.

**Highlights:** Customizable Pomodoro timers, Earn and collect saints, Discover sacred locations, Biographies of saints, Minimalist design, Build holy habits

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $12.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $21.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access - 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access - 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access - 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access - 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Access - 5 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flow free?

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

### Is Pomodoro Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flow or Pomodoro Timer?

Pomodoro Timer is rated higher. Flow averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Pomodoro Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Flow or Pomodoro Timer have ads?

Neither Flow nor Pomodoro Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flow or Pomodoro Timer?

Flow ships an update every 4 weeks, and Pomodoro Timer every 6 days. Most recently, Flow was updated on September 26, 2026 and Pomodoro Timer on August 25, 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.*