Focusing vs Pommy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Focusing
Boost your concentration and overcome procrastination with this minimalist timer. It uses the Pomodoro Technique to help you master your time, whether you're studying, working, or managing ADHD. Enjoy a clutter-free experience with customizable sounds and visual progress tracking.
- Pomodoro Technique timer
- Customizable focus and break durations
- Continuous auto-cycle mode
- Visual progress tracker
- Background operation with notifications
- White noise and alarm sounds
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Boost your focus instantly! Beat procrastination! Simple, elegant, and effective. The ultimate Pomodoro timer designed to help you crush distractions and master your time—whether you’re studying for exams, working on a project, or managing ADHD. Why You’ll Love It: Get in the Zone: Based on the proven Pomodoro Technique to maximize concentration. Minimalist Design: No clutter, just pure focus. Launch and start in seconds. Stay on Track: Customizable sounds and notifications keep you in the flow. Key Features: • Flexible Timer: Customize focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks. • Continuous Flow: Auto-cycle mode for uninterrupted productivity loops. • Visual Progress: Beautiful dynamic circular tracker. • Background Mode: Seamless notifications even when the app is closed. • Smart Sounds: White noise and alarms tailored for deep work. Perfect For: Students preparing for exams Freelancers & Remote Workers ADHD & Neurodivergent minds Anyone wanting to do more in less time Simple Workflow: Set your task. Focus for 25 minutes. Take a short break. Repeat & Succeed. Download now and turn your time into results!
Pommy
This app employs the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and productivity through timed work and break intervals. It offers features like Lock Screen Live Activities for session tracking, app blocking, and customizable soundscapes to create an optimal work environment.
- Pomodoro Technique timer
- Lock Screen Live Activities
- Distracting app blocking
- Calming soundscapes
- Session tracking
- Customizable experience
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Pommy uses the Pomodoro Technique to help you focus, take breaks, and stay productive. Track your sessions with Live Activities right from your Lock Screen. Block distracting apps and customize your experience with calming soundscapes. Perfect for anyone who wants to work smarter and recharge better. Start your focus journey with Pommy today! Privacy Policy: https://pommyfocus.notion.site/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Pommy at every 5 days against Focusing's every 10 days. Pommy also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Focusing sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Pommy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Focusing against 5.0 for Pommy. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.
Focusing ships an update every 10 days, Pommy every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on July 28, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focusing | Pommy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 128 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 业宏 庞 | João Franco |
Customer experience
Focusing
Pommy
In-app purchases
Focusing
- Pro$0.99
- Timer$0.99
Pommy
- Pommy Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pommy Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$5.991 Year
- Pommy Pro$9.99
