# ChickFocus vs Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is ads: ChickFocus at none against Pomodoro Timer's shown. ChickFocus also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 18) and device support (4 vs 2). Pomodoro Timer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 89%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChickFocus sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Pomodoro Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pomodoro Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChickFocus has 1.1K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of ChickFocus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pomodoro Timer's.

ChickFocus ships an update every 6 days, Pomodoro Timer every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChickFocus | Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chickfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1627691759/reviews) | **[5.0 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-grindoro-focus/id6761317505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 89.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 161 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shenzhen KreatBloom Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627135049) | [Ilya Shkurko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888848174) |

## What reviewers say

### ChickFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chickfocus-pomodoro-timer/id1627691759)

This app gamifies focus sessions using the Pomodoro Technique. Grow a virtual chick by completing focused work intervals, with customizable timers and a distraction-free mode. Unlock adorable companions to make productivity more engaging.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus sessions with virtual chick growth, Pomodoro Technique timer, Customizable focus and break intervals, Distraction-free app whitelist, Unlockable cute companions, Floating timer, Time statistics and activity timeline

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChickFocus Pro Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| ChickFocus Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| ChickFocus Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| ChickFocus Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| ChickFocus Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| New Character - Cluck | $1.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Pixel | $2.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Boomboom | $2.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Kitty | $3.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Loong | $3.99 | one-time |
| Luna | $3.99 | one-time |
| Chocohog | $3.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Roller Snake | $3.99 | one-time |
| New Character - Bear | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $16.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $25.99 | one-time |
| ChickFocus Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro Family Sharing | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Convenient for ditching phone
- 🐓 Cute and engaging animal interactions
- 🕰️ Helpful for focusing and productivity
- 📈 Useful data and statistics
- 🎨 Visually appealing and minimalistic design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with app updates and language changes
- 🔒 Restricted data access for paid users
- 🕰️ Lack of customization options for timer
- 🐓 Limited animal variety and interactions

**Reported bugs**

- Animals disappearing after updates
- Timer switching to different language
- Whitelist feature not working as expected
- Notification issues with focus session completion

**Requested features**

- Add more animals and farm customization options
- Implement a task list or to-do feature
- Provide unrestricted data editing and management
- Add a 12-hour clock option instead of 24-hour
- Introduce a 'finish early' option with safeguards


### Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-grindoro-focus/id6761317505)

This app helps you focus and build productivity habits through synchronized deep work sessions, a Pomodoro timer, and habit tracking. Earn experience points and level up as you complete tasks and maintain your daily routines.

**Highlights:** Synchronized global focus sessions, Multiple focus timer modes (15, 25, 50 min), Habit tracking and daily routines, Smart task system (Single, Routines, Epic Goals), XP, leveling, and progress tracking, Coffee energy system for session management, Focus analytics and progress heatmap

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grindoro Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChickFocus free?

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

### Is Pomodoro Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ChickFocus or Pomodoro Timer?

Pomodoro Timer is rated higher. ChickFocus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Pomodoro Timer averages 5.0 from 18 ratings.

### Do ChickFocus or Pomodoro Timer have ads?

Pomodoro Timer shows ads; ChickFocus does not.

### Which is updated more often, ChickFocus or Pomodoro Timer?

ChickFocus ships an update every 6 days, and Pomodoro Timer every 10 days. Most recently, ChickFocus was updated on October 25, 2026 and Pomodoro Timer on October 21, 2026.

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