CheckList vs Pomodoroly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
CheckList
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Run every repeatable process without missing a step. CheckList turns routines into clear, reusable workflows. Start with a template, turn it into a live checklist, and work through each step with the notes or remarks that explain what matters. Use the Today dashboard to build today's list and carry unfinished work forward instead of starting over. Completed steps and previous daily checklists remain available as history, so every run keeps its context. FREE AND PRO Free includes up to 3 active checklists and 1 active template. CheckList Pro unlocks unlimited active checklists and templates, accent colors, and alternate app icons. USE CHECKLIST FOR โข Reusable templates for repeatable processes โข Live checklists with clear steps โข Notes and remarks beside the work โข Today's list and unfinished-work carry-over โข Completion and previous-list history Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Pomodoroly
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Pomodoroly - Deep Focus, Done Right Stop counting minutes. Start designing your focus. Most productivity apps are just digital stopwatches. Pomodoroly is different. It is a carefully engineered focus environment built to pull you into the Flow State and keep you there. Whether you are studying, coding, writing, or creating, Pomodoroly helps you build real discipline, session by session, by harmonizing your mind, body, and surroundings. Why Pomodoroly? Procedural Sound Science Forget repetitive lo-fi loops. Pomodoroly generates real-time, non-repeating soundscapes designed to mask distractions and support sustained concentration. Premium: Mix up to 3 sound layers simultaneously (for example: Deep Rain + White Noise + Focus Frequency) to create a focus atmosphere that adapts to you. Cinematic Scenery & Immersive Environments Your environment dictates your output. Transform your screen into a window to another world. Choose from 8 high-fidelity dynamic scenes like a Rainy Window in London, a bustling Coffee Shop, or a silent Zen Garden designed to ground your senses and eliminate visual clutter. The Art of Breathing (Recovery Mode) True productivity requires recovery. Integrated breathing sequences help you transition between deep work and rest. Reprogram your nervous system during breaks with guided sessions that lower stress and prime your brain for the next flow state. Discipline That Compounds Consistency beats motivation. Pomodoroly turns focus into a habit with daily streaks and meaningful achievements that reward showing up. Life happens: Use Streak Freeze or Recovery to protect your progress without losing momentum. Ultra-Lightweight and Private by Design Pomodoroly is engineered for performance, not bloat. Fast, lightweight, and built with SwiftData, your data stays on your device private, secure, and never tracked. Upgrade to Pomodoroly Premium: Unlock Your Ultimate Focus The core Pomodoroly experience is always free. Premium is for those who refuse to let anything break their momentum. Unlimited Immersive Sceneries: Full access to all cinematic backgrounds and future additions. Premium Sound Mixing: Complete access to procedural sounds with multi-layer mixing. Advanced Breathing Sequences: Specialized patterns for energy, calm, or deep focus. Streak Insurance: Protect or recover your hard-earned consistency. Ad-Free Deep Work: Zero distractions, uninterrupted Flow. Exclusive Achievement Cards: Premium designs that stand out. Advanced Focus Insights: Deeper analytics to master your habits. Everything you need. Nothing you don't. Pomodoroly. Done Right.ย https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: CheckList at none against Pomodoroly's shown. Pomodoroly's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. CheckList sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Pomodoroly sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
CheckList ships an update every 2 months, Pomodoroly every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CheckList | Pomodoroly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days โ better |
| Ads | No โ better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.6 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kin Fung Wong | MURAT BERK UCAR |
In-app purchases
CheckList
- CheckList Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
- CheckList Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
- CheckList Pro Lifetime$39.99
Pomodoroly
- Monthly Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$21.991 Year
- 1-Day Streak Recovery$0.99
- 2-Day Streak Recovery$1.99
- 3-Day Streak Recovery$2.99
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- 4-Day Streak Recovery$3.99
- 5-Day Streak Recovery$4.99
- Life-Time Premium$59.99









