# InstantTODO vs Pomocat

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Pomocat at 538 against InstantTODO's 8. Pomocat also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 78%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. InstantTODO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Pomocat sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.9 for InstantTODO against 4.9 for Pomocat. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pomocat has 538 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of InstantTODO's written reviews are positive against 94% of Pomocat's.

InstantTODO ships an update every 6 weeks, Pomocat every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | InstantTODO | Pomocat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instanttodo-never-forget-task/id1528323467/reviews)** | [4.9 (538 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomocat-adorable-focus-timer/id1667838757/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **538** |
| Positive reviews | 77.5% of reviews | **94.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 78 MB | 146 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [flickfrog](https://appshunter.io/developer/513272768) | [Jaeil Roh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1569364106) |

## What reviewers say

### InstantTODO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/instanttodo-never-forget-task/id1528323467)

This is a straightforward to-do list application designed for users who struggle with remembering tasks. It features persistent alarms to ensure nothing is forgotten, simple one-tap task addition, and easy management through swiping and holding. It also offers iCloud backup and synchronization.

**Highlights:** Persistent alarms, One-tap task addition, Simple single list, iCloud backup and sync, Easy sorting and deletion, Customizable backgrounds

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $2.49 | per month |
| Premium Plan(Annual) | $23.49 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and simple
- 💡 Persistent notifications helpful for forgetful users
- 🎨 Color-coding and categorization are useful
- ✨ Attractive and clean UI with nice backgrounds
- 🚀 Quick and smooth operation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or becomes unresponsive
- 🐛 App fails to open after updates or specific actions
- 🔔 Notifications not working or not appearing
- 💰 Premium plan is expensive
- 📉 Ads are present

**Reported bugs**

- App stops opening
- App becomes unusable
- Notes disappear
- Input area becomes unresponsive
- Order of tasks changes automatically

**Requested features**

- Calendar integration or Google Calendar sync
- More characters and backgrounds, especially cats
- Option to have tasks repeat without limit
- Ability to input a single emoji
- A way to be praised upon task completion


### Pomocat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomocat-adorable-focus-timer/id1667838757)

This app helps you focus on tasks with a cute cat companion and calming white noise. It offers customizable timers, progress tracking, and the ability to focus with friends. Premium features include reminders, more sound options, and advanced to-do list management.

**Highlights:** Cute cat animations, Relaxing white noise, Focus with friends, Progress tracking, Customizable timers, Dark mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Semiannual Pass | $13.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium Annual Pass | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Cute and aesthetically pleasing design
- 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
- 🎵 Quality variety of focus and break sounds
- ⚙️ Customizable timer ratios and durations
- 🆓 Generous free version with core functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💳 Premium features required for multiple tasks
- 💳 Limited customization without premium
- 🔊 Aggressive meowing sound at timer end
- 🐛 Number overlap on some phone screens
- 🎨 Limited color customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Numbers overlap on certain phone displays
- Theme compatibility issues with iOS 18

**Requested features**

- Home screen widgets for timer tracking
- iPad widget support
- Dynamic Island timer display for background tracking
- More color customization for cat and app interface
- Built-in to-do list functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is InstantTODO free?

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

### Is Pomocat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, InstantTODO or Pomocat?

InstantTODO is rated higher. InstantTODO averages 4.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Pomocat averages 4.9 from 538 ratings.

### Do InstantTODO or Pomocat have ads?

Both InstantTODO and Pomocat show ads.

### Which is updated more often, InstantTODO or Pomocat?

InstantTODO ships an update every 6 weeks, and Pomocat every 3 weeks. Most recently, InstantTODO was updated on November 3, 2026 and Pomocat on November 7, 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.*