Comparison

Work/Break vs sTEM controller

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

Head to head

Stay in the flow

Controller for sTEM instrument

Free

📊 Productivity

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About

Work/Break

This productivity tool helps users maintain focus by automatically cycling between dedicated work and break periods. It's designed to keep you in a productive flow state without manual timer adjustments.

Highlights

Automatic work/break switching
Flow state maintenance
Focus enhancement
Simple timer functionality

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Stay in the flow with a timer that automatically switches between work/break.

About

sTEM controller

Features

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Introducing sTEM Controller - Your Ultimate Transient Electromagnetic System Companion! Take full charge of the cutting-edge Transient Electromagnetic (sTEM) system with our user-friendly and intuitive iOS app. sTEM Controller empowers you to harness the potential of this advanced technology right at your fingertips, making it easier than ever to record Transient Electromagnetic soundings with ultimate ease on your iPhone or iPad . Key Features: Effortless Operation: Seamlessly interact with the sTEM system through our app's streamlined and user-friendly interface. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a non-expert, sTEM controller simplifies the complexities, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all users. Real-time Data Monitoring: Stay informed with live data visualization as the sTEM system performs its scans. Monitor TEM data in real-time, allowing you to make crucial decisions on the go and optimize your survey results. Smart Connectivity: Connect effortlessly with the sTEM system through wireless technology. Say goodbye to tangled cables and experience the freedom of seamless, wire-free communication.

Screenshots

Work/Break3 screens

sTEM controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: sTEM controller at 3 against Work/Break's 1. sTEM controller also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Work/Break ships an update every 7 months, sTEM controller every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level

Work/Break versus sTEM controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	Work/Break	sTEM controller
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	33.3% of reviews	—
Update frequency	Every 7 months	Every 5 months — better
Ads	No	No
In-app purchases	No	No
Monetization	Free	—
Devices	iPhone	iPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS	18.0	13.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	0 MB	31 MB
Age rating	4+	17+
Developer	Lars Svennbeck	Temcompany ApS

In-app purchases

None

Work/Break

No in-app purchases

None

sTEM controller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Work/Break free?

Work/Break is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Is sTEM controller free?

sTEM controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do Work/Break or sTEM controller have ads?

Neither Work/Break nor sTEM controller shows ads.

Which is updated more often, Work/Break or sTEM controller?

Work/Break ships an update every 7 months, and sTEM controller every 5 months. Most recently, Work/Break was updated on October 4, 2026 and sTEM controller on September 26, 2026.