Comparison

Pomo vs Pomo Simple Timer

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

Head to head
About

Pomo

This app helps you focus on tasks using the Pomodoro Technique. Work in focused 25-minute intervals followed by short breaks, with longer breaks after four cycles. It's designed to boost productivity and task completion.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Technique implementation
  • Focused work intervals
  • Short breaks
  • Longer breaks after cycles
  • Task management
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'pomo' is a simple app, that helps you getting things done. It is based on the Pomodoro Technique, which is probably one of the simplest productivity methods to implement. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a task 2. Work for 25 minutes without any distraction 3. Take a 5 min break 4. After 4 times take a 25 min 5. Repeat The subscription period will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. To turn this function off, simply go to your iTunes account and turn off auto-renew. Renewal payments will differ depending on subscription and pricing at the time of renewal. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Terms of use: http://iana.xyz/pomo/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: http://iana.xyz/pomo/privacy-policy.html

About

Pomo Simple Timer

This minimalist timer app helps boost productivity by implementing the Pomodoro Technique. It features customizable work and break sessions, progress tracking, and smart notifications to help you build lasting focus habits.

Highlights
  • Minimalist timer interface
  • Customizable work and break durations
  • Statistics tracking with charts
  • Streak counter for habit building
  • Smart notifications and sound alerts
  • Background and dark mode support
Features
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Pomo is a beautifully designed Pomodoro timer app that helps you boost productivity and maintain focus. Built with a clean, minimalist interface, Pomo makes it easy to implement the proven Pomodoro Technique in your daily workflow. Key Features: Simple Timer Interface - Clean, distraction-free design with visual progress indicator Work & Break Sessions - Automatically alternates between work periods and breaks Customizable Durations - Adjust work, short break, and long break periods to fit your needs Statistics Tracking - Monitor your daily and weekly productivity with detailed charts Streak Counter - Track consecutive days of productivity to build lasting habits Smart Notifications - Get notified when sessions end, even when the app is in background Sound Alerts - Optional audio notifications for session completion Background Mode - Timer continues running when you switch apps Dark Mode Support - Seamlessly adapts to your device's appearance settings Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone looking to improve their focus and time management. The app follows the classic 25-minute work / 5-minute break cycle, with longer breaks after every 4 sessions.

Screenshots

Pomo4 screens
Pomo Simple Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pomo Simple Timer at 5.0 against Pomo's 2.0. Pomo Simple Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). Pomo's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume and device support 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. Pomo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pomo Simple Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pomo Simple Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Pomo versus Pomo Simple Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomoPomo Simple Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings11
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoland IanaCHRISTIAN DANIEL ARZALUZ TELLEZ

Customer experience

Pomo

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Pomo Simple Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pomo

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Pomo Plus$1.991 Month
  • 1 Year Pomo Plus$19.991 Year
None

Pomo Simple Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomo free?
Pomo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomo Simple Timer free?
Pomo Simple Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pomo or Pomo Simple Timer?
Pomo Simple Timer is rated higher. Pomo averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Pomo Simple Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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