Comparison

Pomiko vs Up&Down Timer

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

Head to head
About

Pomiko

This app offers a guided 20-second handwashing timer with clear instructions and a visual countdown. It also includes a Pomodoro timer for focused work or study sessions, helping users build healthy habits and improve productivity with a simple, distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Guided 20-second handwashing timer
  • Step-by-step washing instructions
  • Pomodoro focus timer
  • Session progress tracking
  • Customizable timer settings
  • Simple pause and reset controls
Features
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Pomiko makes healthy habits and focused work sessions simple, calm and easy to follow. Wash your hands thoroughly with a clear, guided 20-second handwashing timer, or switch to the Pomodoro timer when it is time to focus, study or get things done. Handwashing Timer A proper handwash takes about 20 seconds. Pomiko guides you step by step with a visual countdown and simple instructions, helping you stay on track through every wash. * Guided 20-second handwashing timer * Clear step-by-step washing instructions * Simple visual countdown * Friendly, easy-to-follow design Pomodoro Focus Timer Use structured focus sessions to stay productive without overcomplicating your routine. Track your current session, follow your progress and keep momentum with a calm, distraction-free timer. * Pomodoro timer for focus sessions * Session progress tracking * Customizable timer settings * Simple pause and reset controls One App for Everyday Routines Whether you are building better handwashing habits or setting aside time to focus, Pomiko gives you two useful timers in one clean and cheerful app. Use Pomiko to: * Guide thorough 20-second handwashing * Stay focused during work or study sessions * Build simple routines with less effort * Keep important daily habits easy and enjoyable Helpful Handwashing Reminders * Wash your hands regularly. * Wash with soap and water, then dry thoroughly. * Use alcohol-based hand rub when soap and water are not immediately available. App Store EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pandaplaystudios.com/privacypolicy.html

About

Up&Down Timer

Features
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Up&Down Timer counts down to zero or up from zero — one simple timer for cooking, study, workouts and focus. Set any duration in seconds with a fast numeric keypad, like a calculator. Tap start, and a Live Activity shows the time right on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island — no need to open the app. When time is up, you get sound, vibration and a notification you won't miss. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Countdown and count-up in one app • Fast keypad entry for hours, minutes and seconds • Live Activity on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • Clear finish alert: sound, vibration, notification • Pause and resume with accurate time • Precise in the background and while locked • iPhone and iPad, 34 languages PERFECT FOR • Cooking and baking • Study, focus and Pomodoro sessions • Workouts and interval training • Work time-boxing • Meditation and rest • Talks and presentations • Brewing coffee and tea • Winding down before bed Simple, beautiful, distraction-free. Set your first timer in seconds.

Screenshots

Pomiko3 screens
Up&Down Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Pomiko at Free against Up&Down Timer's $1.99. Up&Down Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

Pomiko is free to download; Up&Down Timer costs $1.99 up front. Pomiko sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Up&Down Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomiko ships an update every 75 months, Up&Down Timer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Pomiko versus Up&Down Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomikoUp&Down Timer
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 75 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB5 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPANDA PLAY STUDIOS (PTY) LTDNetflowers Inc.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pomiko

Subscriptions2
  • Premium - Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Premium - Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
None

Up&Down Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomiko free?
Pomiko is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Up&Down Timer free?
Up&Down Timer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomiko or Up&Down Timer have ads?
Pomiko shows ads; Up&Down Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Pomiko or Up&Down Timer?
Pomiko ships an update every 75 months, and Up&Down Timer every 4 months. Most recently, Pomiko was updated on October 14, 2026 and Up&Down Timer on October 9, 2026.

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