Comparison

Pomodoro Focus Timer vs Pomodoro Reps

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Focus Timer

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
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Focus better. Do more. One beautifully simple app. Pomodoro Focus Timer combines a clean, minimal work timer with a built-in to-do list — so you can plan your tasks and stay focused without juggling separate apps. Built on the proven Pomodoro Technique, it helps you work and study with minimal distraction and maximum productivity, whether you're at the office, in class, or working from home. No clutter. No noise. Just you and your next focus session. HOW IT WORKS 1. Add the tasks you want to work on 2. Pin a task to keep it front and center 3. Start the timer (the classic 25 minutes — or set your own) 4. Take a 5-minute break when it rings (fully customizable) 5. Mark your task complete and repeat A TIMER THAT WORKS THE WAY YOU DO • Customizable focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks • Auto-start your next break or session — stay in flow, hands-free • Long breaks after every few sessions, on your schedule • Pause, skip, or reset anytime • Keep-screen-on mode and optional completion sounds • A simple, minimal timer that gets out of your way BUILT-IN TO-DO LIST • Add, edit, reorder, and complete tasks in seconds • Pin your most important task to the timer screen • Swipe to complete — or check tasks off right from a widget • Your tasks, always in sync across your devices FULL APPLE WATCH APP • Start, pause, stop, and skip the timer from your wrist • Add tasks and mark them complete — no iPhone needed • Watch face complications for timer, tasks, and your streak • Use your watch as a remote for the timer on your phone WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITIES • Home Screen & Lock Screen widgets for timer, tasks, and stats • Live Activity + Dynamic Island — see your countdown and pinned task at a glance • Control Center timer toggle (iOS 18) • Tap to play, pause, skip, or complete a task right from a widget STATS THAT KEEP YOU MOTIVATED • Track focus sessions for today and all-time • Current streak and best streak • GitHub-style activity heatmap • Scrubbable charts by day, week, month, and year • See your most-worked-on tasks and personalized insights SIRI SHORTCUTS • "Hey Siri, start a focus timer" — go completely hands-free SYNCS EVERYWHERE • Real-time iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch • Your tasks, settings, and stats follow you everywhere MADE TO BLEND IN • Beautiful Dark Mode everywhere • 8 accent colors to match your style • Clean, distraction-free design Whether you're studying for exams, powering through deep work, or just trying to beat procrastination, Pomodoro Focus Timer is the simple, minimal productivity companion that keeps you on track. Terms of Use: https://pawan.info/legal/pomodoro/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://pawan.info/legal/pomodoro/privacy.html

About

Pomodoro Reps

Features
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PomodoReps Focus. Move. Perform better. PomodoReps combines the Pomodoro technique with physical exercise to keep your mind focused and your body active throughout the day. Work in focused time blocks and, when the timer ends, complete exercise reps such as push-ups, squats, or any movement you prefer. A simple and powerful way to fight sedentary habits and boost productivity. Perfect for students, developers, designers, creators, and remote workers. How it works - Focus during a Pomodoro work session. - When the timer ends, perform exercise reps. - Log your reps and continue to the next session. Stay productive while building real physical progress. Key Features Smart Pomodoro Timer Structure your work into focused sessions and breaks. Exercise Between Sessions Complete exercise reps after each work block to stay active and energized. Rep Tracking Track all your exercise repetitions and see your progress. Session Statistics View how many focus blocks and reps you completed during the day. Notifications Get reminders when it’s time to focus or move. Live Activities Track your session progress directly from your lock screen. Apple Watch Support Control sessions and log reps directly from your watch. Perfect for - People who work long hours at a computer - Developers and designers - Students - Creators and freelancers - Anyone who wants to stay active while working Benefits - Improve focus - Reduce sedentary time - Maintain energy during the day - Turn work into an active routine Start focusing and moving today with PomodoReps.

Screenshots

Pomodoro Focus Timer4 screens
Pomodoro Reps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Pomodoro Focus Timer at 6 against Pomodoro Reps's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Pomodoro Focus Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Pomodoro Reps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pomodoro Focus Timer versus Pomodoro Reps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro Focus TimerPomodoro Reps
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (293 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews82.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings293 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB21 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperPawanpreet SinghANTONIO YEE

Bugs and requests

Pomodoro Focus Timer

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • 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
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  • Pomodoro counter resets at 500
  • Creating tasks can be glitchy
  • Timer doesn't stay running on Apple Watch
  • Notification doesn't trigger until app is opened

Requested features

15 requests
  • 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
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  • Statistics and activity tracking (daily/weekly/monthly charts)
  • Task history and suggestions
  • Continuous timer option
  • App blocker for distraction prevention
  • Mac version with sync capability
  • Donation option in app
  • Tips section for Pomodoro technique
  • Reset to default button
  • Queue tasks from timer screen
  • Keep timer running when app is closed

Pomodoro Reps

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Pomodoro Focus Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Pomodoro Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Pomodoro Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time4
  • Snack-Sized Tip$3.99
  • Lunch-sized Tip$9.99
  • Pizza-sized Tip$14.99
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  • Pomodoro Pro - Lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

Pomodoro Reps

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Pro$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Pomodoro Focus Timer free?
Pomodoro Focus Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomodoro Reps free?
Pomodoro Reps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pomodoro Focus Timer or Pomodoro Reps have ads?
Neither Pomodoro Focus Timer nor Pomodoro Reps shows ads.

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