# Pomodoro Focus Timer vs TaskFocus

The clearest difference is ads: Pomodoro Focus Timer at none against TaskFocus's shown. Pomodoro Focus Timer also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (294 vs 14). TaskFocus's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 82%) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pomodoro Focus Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TaskFocus sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 Pomodoro Focus Timer against 4.9 for TaskFocus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pomodoro Focus Timer has 294 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Pomodoro Focus Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of TaskFocus's.

Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update monthly, TaskFocus every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pomodoro Focus Timer | TaskFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (294 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-focus-timer/id1504867122/reviews)** | [4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1643403591/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **294** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pawanpreet Singh](https://appshunter.io/developer/872471196) | [Le Nhung](https://appshunter.io/developer/866126798) |

## What reviewers say

### Pomodoro Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-focus-timer/id1504867122)

This app combines a minimalist timer with a to-do list to enhance focus and productivity. It utilizes the Pomodoro Technique to help users manage tasks and work sessions effectively, offering customizable breaks and session lengths. Real-time syncing ensures your progress is available across all your Apple devices.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus and break sessions, Integrated to-do list with task pinning, Apple Watch app with complications, Home Screen & Lock Screen widgets, Live Activity and Dynamic Island support, Real-time iCloud sync, Focus session statistics and heatmap

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pomodoro Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pomodoro Pro (Yearly) | $9.99 | per year |
| Snack-Sized Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lunch-sized Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pizza-sized Tip | $14.99 | one-time |
| Pomodoro Pro - Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Clean, minimalist design
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 💰 Completely free with no ads
- ⏱️ Effective focus and productivity tool
- 🎯 Core Pomodoro functionality works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Notification sound too quiet/similar to other alerts
- 🐛 Timer stops when screen locks
- ⌚ Apple Watch notifications unreliable
- 🎨 No dark theme option
- 🔋 Battery drain concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Timer doesn't work when screen is off or app is in background
- Apple Watch notifications don't arrive until app is reopened
- Pause/resume function doesn't actually pause the timer
- App crashes occasionally
- Tasks with similar names don't create properly

**Requested features**

- Dark theme/dark mode
- Vibration option on timer completion
- Horizontal/landscape mode support
- Background sound options (rain, ocean waves, etc.)
- Customizable notification sounds and volume


### TaskFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1643403591)

This app helps you boost productivity using the Pomodoro Technique. Break down your work into focused 25-minute intervals with short breaks in between. Track your progress and customize timer settings to suit your needs.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro Timer for focused work, Simple and easy-to-use interface, Customizable timer intervals, Progress statistics, Task management

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pomodoro Monthly Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Pomodoro Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Pomodoro Quater Subscription | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Pomodoro Pro Quaterly | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Pomodoro Yearly Subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| Pomorodo Pro Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Pomodoro Pro | $8.99 | one-time |
| Pomodoro Timer Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pomodoro Focus Timer free?

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

### Is TaskFocus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pomodoro Focus Timer or TaskFocus?

Pomodoro Focus Timer is rated higher. Pomodoro Focus Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 294 ratings, while TaskFocus averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do Pomodoro Focus Timer or TaskFocus have ads?

TaskFocus shows ads; Pomodoro Focus Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Focus Timer or TaskFocus?

Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update monthly, and TaskFocus every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pomodoro Focus Timer was updated on October 8, 2026 and TaskFocus on October 2, 2026.

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