Comparison

Matryoshka Mind Map & To vs Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Matryoshka Mind Map & To

Organize your thoughts and tasks with a unique nested outliner that allows you to drill down into ideas one level at a time. Switch to a classic mind map view for the big picture. Supports collaboration, AI integration, and export to various formats.

Highlights
  • Nested outliner view
  • Classic mind map view
  • Hierarchical reorganization
  • Map merging and spinning off
  • Related map connections
  • Nested to-do list functionality
  • AI agent integration
  • Collaboration and sharing
Features
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A mind map designed for digging deep into ideas rather than spreading them out. Standard mind maps get cluttered as they grow. Matryoshka Mind Map nests child items inside their parents and lets you drill down one level at a time with a swipe. When you want the big picture, switch to a classic mind map with branches spreading from the center. Use it for brainstorming, nested notes and breaking down to-dos — on your phone, tablet and the web. ■ Two ways to see your map ・Matryoshka view — child items are drawn inside their parent card. Swipe left and the item under your finger grows into the next level; go back and it shrinks back into place. Nested screens show a level number next to the title. ・Mind map view — see the whole map with branches spreading left and right from the center. You can add, edit and delete items here too ■ Reshape the hierarchy with your finger ・Tap — edit the text ・Swipe left (or click ">" at the right end of a row with a mouse) — go inside that item ・Press and hold to grab — reorder within a level, drop into another item, or move up to the parent level ・Swipe right anywhere on the screen — go back one level (at the top level, back to your map list) ■ Spin off or merge branches Grab a top-level item and drop it on the header at the top to turn it, with everything inside it, into a new standalone map. You can also merge maps back together into one. Reorganize the structure any time. ■ Related maps ・Relate an item to other maps. Tap a related map on the card to open it ・On a related map, see which items it is related to ・The relation graph shows how all your maps connect, at a glance ■ A nested to-do list, too ・Choose "TODO" when creating a map and every item gets a checkbox ・Checking a parent marks everything inside it as done ・Add due dates and start dates. Overdue and due-today items are highlighted, and items not yet started are dimmed ・Get a reminder before a due date. Tap it to open that item's map ■ On your phone and on the web Sign in with the same account to read and edit the same maps on your phone, tablet and the web (matryoshkamap.web.app). Use your phone on the go and your computer at your desk. Start anonymously with no sign-up, and link an email address, Google or Apple account later. ■ Connect directly with AI agents We've released a free companion tool that lets MCP-compatible AI agents like Claude Desktop and Claude Code read and write your maps directly. Just say "organize what we talked about into a map" or "I finished that task," and it's reflected in your map. ■ Share & export ・Edit the same map together with other users just by entering their email address ・Publish a read-only view to anyone with the link ・Copy or share as indented text, or as Markdown with checkboxes and due dates ・Paste a Markdown list to import it as a new map ・URLs in items automatically become tappable links ■ Free and Premium The free plan includes up to 20 maps with 300 items each (with banner ads). Premium (first month free) gives you: ・No ads ・Unlimited maps and items ・Images in your maps (up to 1 GB in total) Premium is purchased in the mobile app and also applies on the web when you sign in with the same account. ■ And more ・Search map names and items together ・Adjust how deep the nesting appears with the scale slider ・Keyboard shortcuts with an external keyboard (press ? for the list) ・Japanese and English (follows your device language) ・Dark mode Use it as a place to keep the nested structure inside your head, exactly as it is. ■ About subscriptions ・Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase ・After the free trial and each period, the subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period ・You can manage or cancel auto-renewal at any time in your App Store account settings Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://info.spheres.jp/privacy/

About

Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop

Features
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Stay focused with FocusLoop — a minimal Pomodoro timer with calming sounds and detailed progress tracking. Use the classic 25/5 technique to build better habits and stay in the zone. Whether you’re studying, working, or simply avoiding distractions, FocusLoop helps you stay consistent and intentional with your time. Key features: -Minimalist interface for full focus -Focus Mode — full screen, no clutter -Built-in Pomodoro method: 25 / 5 / 15 cycle -Custom sounds — rain and forest -Analytics — weekly chart, heatmap, and total focus time -Optional reminders — morning and evening Free version includes: -Default Pomodoro timer (25/5/15) -Focus Mode -Two ambient sounds -Daily stats and reminders Unlock all for a one-time purchase of $0.99: • Customize your Pomodoro durations • Skip and log completed phases • Unlock extra ambient sounds • Access full analytics and streak tracking No subscriptions. No distractions. Just better focus.

Screenshots

Matryoshka Mind Map & To4 screens
Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop at none against Matryoshka Mind Map & To's shown. Matryoshka Mind Map & To's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Matryoshka Mind Map & To sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Matryoshka Mind Map & To ships an update every 2 days, Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop weekly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Matryoshka Mind Map & To versus Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMatryoshka Mind Map & ToPomodoro Timer · FocusLoop
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpheresLuis Rosas

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Matryoshka Mind Map & To

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly1 Month trial$19.991 Year
1 purchases

Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop

One-time1
  • Premium Features$0.99

Questions

Is Matryoshka Mind Map & To free?
Matryoshka Mind Map & To is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop free?
Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Matryoshka Mind Map & To or Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop have ads?
Matryoshka Mind Map & To shows ads; Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop does not.
Which is updated more often, Matryoshka Mind Map & To or Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop?
Matryoshka Mind Map & To ships an update every 2 days, and Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop weekly. Most recently, Matryoshka Mind Map & To was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pomodoro Timer · FocusLoop on October 30, 2026.

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