Comparison

FocusCommit vs SmarterToDo

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

Head to head
About

FocusCommit

This app combines the Pomodoro Technique with task management to enhance focus and combat procrastination. It offers features like Kanban boards, white noise, and analytics to help users manage their workflow and track progress effectively.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Technique timer
  • Kanban boards for task visualization
  • Smart sync with Google Tasks/Microsoft To-Do
  • White noise for concentration
  • Focus session analytics
  • Customizable work/break intervals
  • Live Activities on Lock Screen/Dynamic Island
Features
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FocusCommit is your all-in-one focus timer and productivity app designed to help you beat procrastination, manage ADHD, and stay concentrated. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a professional tackling deadlines, someone managing ADHD, or anyone looking to boost productivity — FocusCommit combines the proven Pomodoro Technique with powerful task management. **More Than Just a Timer** Unlike basic timer apps, FocusCommit integrates professional project management with focus-enhancing features: • **Kanban Boards** — Visualize your workflow and organize tasks effortlessly • **Smart Sync** — Connect with Google Tasks and Microsoft To-Do • **White Noise** — Ambient sounds to enhance concentration • **Analytics** — Track your focus sessions and measure progress • **Customizable Intervals** — Adjust work and break durations to fit your style • **Live Activities** — See your timer on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island **Perfect For** • Students needing a study timer for effective learning • Professionals managing work intervals and deadlines • People with ADHD seeking structured focus sessions • Remote workers maintaining concentration at home • Anyone fighting procrastination **How It Works** 1. Add your tasks and organize them on the Kanban board 2. Start a focus session with the Pomodoro timer 3. Take timed breaks to recharge 4. Track your progress with detailed analytics 5. Sync across devices and stay organized Download FocusCommit and transform the way you work and study. --- Pomodoro Technique® and Pomodoro® are registered trademarks of Francesco Cirillo. This app is not affiliated with Francesco Cirillo.

About

SmarterToDo

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SmarterToDo helps you turn thoughts, plans, and everyday obligations into a clear task list. Capture tasks quickly, organize them with categories and priorities, and stay on track with due dates, reminders, and repeating schedules. For bigger or messier plans, the Smart Assistant can help turn natural language into organized tasks you can review and apply. Whether you’re planning errands, managing work follow-ups, tracking personal projects, or breaking down a goal, SmarterToDo keeps your list focused and practical. Features include: Fast task capture Smart Assistant for turning goals into tasks Voice input for natural task entry Categories and nested organization Priorities, due dates, and reminders Repeating tasks for routines Links, photos, and videos attached to tasks Filtering and saved views Completed task history SmarterToDo is built for people who want a task app that stays simple when the list is small, but powerful enough when life gets more complicated.

Screenshots

FocusCommit4 screens
SmarterToDo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmarterToDo at none against FocusCommit's 4. SmarterToDo also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). FocusCommit's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. FocusCommit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SmarterToDo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusCommit ships an update every 3 weeks, SmarterToDo every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FocusCommit versus SmarterToDo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusCommitSmarterToDo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.117.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInnoBeeRemy Cilia

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FocusCommit

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time3
  • Monthly$0.99
  • Yearly subscription$8.99
  • Focus, Commit Lifetime Deal$29.99
None

SmarterToDo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FocusCommit free?
FocusCommit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmarterToDo free?
SmarterToDo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FocusCommit or SmarterToDo have ads?
Neither FocusCommit nor SmarterToDo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusCommit or SmarterToDo?
FocusCommit ships an update every 3 weeks, and SmarterToDo every 3 days. Most recently, FocusCommit was updated on October 25, 2026 and SmarterToDo on October 25, 2026.

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