# Session Pomodoro Focus Timer vs TaskFocus

The clearest difference is ads: Session Pomodoro Focus Timer at none against TaskFocus's shown. Session Pomodoro Focus Timer also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (364 vs 14). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Session Pomodoro Focus Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.8 for Session Pomodoro Focus Timer against 4.9 for TaskFocus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Session Pomodoro Focus Timer has 364 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Session Pomodoro Focus Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of TaskFocus's.

Session Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update every 5 days, TaskFocus every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Session Pomodoro Focus Timer | TaskFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (364 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/session-pomodoro-focus-timer/id1521432881/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1643403591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **364** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 93.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Translucent LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540058390) | [Le Nhung](https://appshunter.io/developer/866126798) |

## What reviewers say

### Session Pomodoro Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/session-pomodoro-focus-timer/id1521432881)

This app helps users improve focus and productivity by guiding them through timed work sessions and breaks. It blocks distracting websites and apps, mutes notifications, and automates workflow elements like Do Not Disturb and music playback. Users can also track their time and review their progress.

**Highlights:** Timed work and break sessions, Website and app blocking (Mac only), Mute Slack notifications, Automated Do Not Disturb, Music playback automation, Apple Calendar sync, Session progress tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Session monthly subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Session yearly subscription | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Most complete Pomodoro timer
- 👍 Excellent focus app with great features
- 🔒 Helps with ADHD and focus
- 👍 Beautiful, intuitive, and user-friendly design
- 👍 Seamless sync across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing issues between devices
- 🔒 Expensive subscription model, no one-time purchase option
- 👎 Some features like app blocking not working as expected
- 👎 Tedious to adjust session times

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with editing past sessions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices

**Requested features**

- Integrate with more productivity apps and to-do lists
- Add Apple Watch app support
- Expand customization options for themes and sounds
- Improve documentation and onboarding for advanced features


### 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 Session Pomodoro Focus Timer free?

Session 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, Session Pomodoro Focus Timer or TaskFocus?

TaskFocus is rated higher. Session Pomodoro Focus Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 364 ratings, while TaskFocus averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

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

TaskFocus shows ads; Session Pomodoro Focus Timer does not.

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

Session Pomodoro Focus Timer ships an update every 5 days, and TaskFocus every 6 weeks. Most recently, Session Pomodoro Focus Timer was updated on September 23, 2026 and TaskFocus on August 12, 2026.

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