# Pomodoro Focus Timer vs Focusing

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pomodoro Focus Timer at free against Focusing's free with in-app purchases. Pomodoro Focus Timer also leads on ratings volume (294 vs 1) and device support (6 vs 2). Focusing's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ads 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 Focusing sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. 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 5.0 for Focusing. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pomodoro Focus Timer has 294 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update monthly, Focusing every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and July 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pomodoro Focus Timer | Focusing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (294 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-focus-timer/id1504867122/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusing-study-timer/id6450924766/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **294** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 8 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) | [业宏 庞](https://appshunter.io/developer/1695376557) |

## 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


### Focusing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusing-study-timer/id6450924766)

Boost your concentration and overcome procrastination with this minimalist timer. It uses the Pomodoro Technique to help you master your time, whether you're studying, working, or managing ADHD. Enjoy a clutter-free experience with customizable sounds and visual progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro Technique timer, Customizable focus and break durations, Continuous auto-cycle mode, Visual progress tracker, Background operation with notifications, White noise and alarm sounds

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $0.99 | one-time |
| Timer | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pomodoro Focus Timer free?

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

### Is Focusing free?

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

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

Focusing is rated higher. Pomodoro Focus Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 294 ratings, while Focusing averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Neither Pomodoro Focus Timer nor Focusing shows ads.

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

Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update monthly, and Focusing every 10 days. Most recently, Pomodoro Focus Timer was updated on September 8, 2026 and Focusing on July 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*