Comparison

Tomo vs SimpliFocus

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

Head to head
About

Tomo

This productivity app helps you stay focused using the Pomodoro Technique. Its lock screen widget allows you to monitor your timer status at a glance, reducing distractions and boosting efficiency for goal achievement.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Technique timer
  • Lock screen timer status
  • Intuitive interface
  • Focus enhancement
  • Goal achievement support
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Tomo is the ultimate Pomodoro Technique timer app for iOS. With its sleek and intuitive interface, Tomo makes it easy for you to stay on track and achieve your goals. Tomo allows you to see your timer status with just a quick glance at your lockscreen, eliminating the need to waste time checking it. This enables you to stay focused and avoid distractions, making Tomo the perfect app for anyone looking to increase productivity.

About

SimpliFocus

This app offers a distraction-free environment to boost productivity. It features a minimalist timer and session tracking, allowing users to focus on tasks without clutter or complex interfaces. Designed for simplicity, it helps users achieve deep work and accomplish their goals.

Highlights
  • Instant focus with one tap
  • Minimalist Pomodoro-inspired timer
  • Session tracking with streaks
  • Lock screen and Live Activities support
  • Customizable session and break times
  • Ad-free and clutter-free interface
Features
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SimpliFocus Focus Made Effortless Instant focus. Zero distractions. One tap is all it takes. Tired of complicated productivity apps that only add clutter to your day? SimpliFocus gives you everything you need and nothing you don’t, to actually get things done. No noise. No bloat. Just pure, calming focus. Why You’ll Love SimpliFocus: • Start Focusing in Seconds Open the app and tap “Start.” That’s it. The rest fades away so you can dive in. • Minimal, Beautiful Timer Work and rest in gentle cycles with a clean Pomodoro-inspired timer that keeps you centered, not stressed. • Designed to Disappear Track sessions and see your streaks only when you want—no pressure, no dashboards, no overwhelm. • Lock Screen & Live Activities Keep your focus front and center—even when your phone is locked. • Customizable, Not Complicated Tweak your session and break times in seconds. Only the essentials, all on one screen. • Absolutely No Clutter No ads. No sign-ups. No endless menus. Just focus. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or just want a calmer day, SimpliFocus lets you do more—with less. Make space for deep work. Clear your mind. Finish what matters. Download SimpliFocus today and rediscover what you can do when nothing gets in your way.

Screenshots

Tomo4 screens
SimpliFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: SimpliFocus at 3 against Tomo's 1. Tomo's advantage is iOS requirement (16.2 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Tomo against 5.0 for SimpliFocus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tomo ships an update every 4 days, SimpliFocus every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tomo versus SimpliFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTomoSimpliFocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.2 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLuke DrushellJosh Wood

Customer experience

Tomo

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SimpliFocus

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Tomo

No in-app purchases

None

SimpliFocus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tomo free?
Tomo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimpliFocus free?
SimpliFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tomo or SimpliFocus?
Tomo and SimpliFocus are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Tomo or SimpliFocus have ads?
Neither Tomo nor SimpliFocus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tomo or SimpliFocus?
Tomo ships an update every 4 days, and SimpliFocus every 5 days. Most recently, Tomo was updated on September 22, 2026 and SimpliFocus on September 30, 2026.

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