# Focused Work vs TaskFocus

The clearest difference is ads: Focused Work at none against TaskFocus's shown. Focused Work also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (603 vs 14). TaskFocus's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 85%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focused Work sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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.

TaskFocus holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focused Work has 603 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Focused Work's written reviews are positive against 100% of TaskFocus's.

Focused Work ships an update weekly, TaskFocus every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focused Work | TaskFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (603 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-work-pomodoro-timer/id1523968394/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1643403591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **603** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 84.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 155 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Tigas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1364337001) | [Le Nhung](https://appshunter.io/developer/866126798) |

## What reviewers say

### Focused Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-work-pomodoro-timer/id1523968394)

This app helps users improve focus and productivity through structured timed sessions. It offers customizable timers, goal setting, and distraction blocking to build healthy work habits.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus sessions, Pomodoro and Flowmodoro templates, Distraction blocking, Reflection and goal tracking, Statistics and charts, Live Activities and widgets

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focused Work Pro (1 month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro (1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro (1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Focused Work Pro - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Focused Work Pro (1 year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Little Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Massive Tip | $19.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 GAME CHANGER
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Good Product
- 🚀 Phenomenal
- 👍 Great productivity app!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Shouldn't be a subscription
- 🐛 Reminders are annoying
- 🔒 Stop nagging people for reviews
- 🔒 App for iwatch is still missing in 2025.
- 🔒 Could be an amazing timer

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Stuck on a session: Gap time
- Desktop doesn't sync with phone

**Requested features**

- Need iwatch app
- Calendar integration?
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### 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 Focused Work free?

Focused Work 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, Focused Work or TaskFocus?

TaskFocus is rated higher. Focused Work averages 4.7 out of 5 from 603 ratings, while TaskFocus averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do Focused Work or TaskFocus have ads?

TaskFocus shows ads; Focused Work does not.

### Which is updated more often, Focused Work or TaskFocus?

Focused Work ships an update weekly, and TaskFocus every 6 weeks. Most recently, Focused Work was updated on September 24, 2026 and TaskFocus on August 12, 2026.

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