# TimeBuddy vs TaskFocus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TaskFocus at 100% against TimeBuddy's 0%. TaskFocus also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0). TimeBuddy's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeBuddy sells 4 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.

TaskFocus holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TimeBuddy's written reviews are positive against 100% of TaskFocus's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeBuddy | TaskFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1643403591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MasterMind Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/674597403) | [Le Nhung](https://appshunter.io/developer/866126798) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888)

This app helps you focus on tasks with a customizable multi-step timer. Break down goals into mini-goals and receive spoken alerts and reminders across devices. Track progress and share achievements with shareable graphics.

**Highlights:** Reusable multi-step timer sessions, Simultaneous session support, Cross-device reminders, Spoken timer alerts, Home screen widgets, Focus session history, Customizable graphic templates

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $49.99 | one-time |


### 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 TimeBuddy free?

TimeBuddy 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, TimeBuddy or TaskFocus?

TaskFocus is rated higher. TimeBuddy averages 4.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while TaskFocus averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do TimeBuddy or TaskFocus have ads?

TaskFocus shows ads; TimeBuddy does not.

### Which is updated more often, TimeBuddy or TaskFocus?

TimeBuddy ships an update every 6 weeks, and TaskFocus every 6 weeks. Most recently, TimeBuddy was updated on September 29, 2026 and TaskFocus on September 15, 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.*