# FreeTime vs FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer at 7.9K against FreeTime's 9. FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer also leads on device support (5 vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FreeTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 FreeTime against 4.8 for FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer has 7.9K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 96% of FreeTime's written reviews are positive against 89% of FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FreeTime | FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freetime-focus-timer/id1465851015/reviews)** | [4.8 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuspomo-pomodoro-timer/id1528322796/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **7.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **96.4% of reviews** | 88.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 88 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [好迪 段](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450152194) | [FocusPomo Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617608471) |

## What reviewers say

### FreeTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freetime-focus-timer/id1465851015)

This app helps you focus on your studies by temporarily disconnecting your device from the network. Visualize your time investment with a unique bean system and enjoy a clean, minimalist interface for distraction-free work sessions.

**Highlights:** Network disconnection for focus, Visualize time with funny beans, Easy operation with drag and drop, Minimalist interface, Develop efficient learning habits

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FreeTime Pro（one Month） | $0.99 | per month |
| FreeTime Pro（one Year） | $3.99 | per year |
| FreeTime Pro | $12.99 | 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 | $17.99 | 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 FreeTime free?

FreeTime 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, FreeTime or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer?

FreeTime is rated higher. FreeTime averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer averages 4.8 from 7.9K ratings.

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

Neither FreeTime nor FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer shows ads.

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

FreeTime ships an update every 2 weeks, and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, FreeTime was updated on October 10, 2026 and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer on October 17, 2026.

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