# 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 vs Timer and Cat

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timer and Cat at 100% against 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」's 50%. 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer and Cat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 asks for nothing beyond the download.

集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 ships an update every 4 days, Timer and Cat weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 | Timer and Cat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Masaaki Kakimoto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1029281902) | [Makoto Ohnami](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492857134) |

## What reviewers say

### 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-cafe/id6443769135)

This app creates a virtual co-working space to help users focus on tasks. It simulates the atmosphere of a cafe to boost motivation and productivity. Utilize the Pomodoro technique for improved concentration and break cycles.

**Highlights:** Virtual co-working space, Cafe atmosphere simulation, Pomodoro technique timer, Focus and break cycles, Productivity enhancement, Remote work support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Timer and Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-and-cat/id6446099077)

This app combines a functional timer with charming cat companions to motivate users during study, work, or cooking. Set custom durations, label timers, and discover new cats as you achieve your goals. Personalize your experience with multiple color themes.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer durations, Cat companions for motivation, Timer labeling for identification, Discovery of new cats, Multiple color themes, Pomodoro Technique support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| remove ad option | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 free?

集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Timer and Cat free?

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

### Do 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 or Timer and Cat have ads?

Timer and Cat shows ads; 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 does not.

### Which is updated more often, 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 or Timer and Cat?

集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 ships an update every 4 days, and Timer and Cat weekly. Most recently, 集中タイマー「Focus Cafe」 was updated on September 9, 2026 and Timer and Cat on June 1, 2026.

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