Comparison

Focusing vs KeepOnFirst Pomodoro

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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!

About

KeepOnFirst Pomodoro

Features
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KeepOnFirst Pomodoro helps you start focused work quickly, manage tasks, and review your progress without adding noise to your day. Start focus and break sessions with one tap. Use classic Pomodoro timing or adjust durations to match your own rhythm. Organize tasks, choose what to focus on, and see how many Pomodoros each task takes. Review daily, weekly, and monthly focus patterns so your effort becomes visible. Widgets, Siri, and Shortcuts help you control sessions quickly.

Screenshots

Focusing4 screens
KeepOnFirst Pomodoro3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KeepOnFirst Pomodoro at none against Focusing's 2. Focusing's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Focusing sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. KeepOnFirst Pomodoro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focusing ships an update every 10 days, KeepOnFirst Pomodoro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 28, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Focusing versus KeepOnFirst Pomodoro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusingKeepOnFirst Pomodoro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer业宏 庞yu te Lin

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Focusing

One-time2
  • Pro$0.99
  • Timer$0.99
None

KeepOnFirst Pomodoro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focusing free?
Focusing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KeepOnFirst Pomodoro free?
KeepOnFirst Pomodoro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focusing or KeepOnFirst Pomodoro have ads?
KeepOnFirst Pomodoro shows ads; Focusing does not.
Which is updated more often, Focusing or KeepOnFirst Pomodoro?
Focusing ships an update every 10 days, and KeepOnFirst Pomodoro every 3 weeks. Most recently, Focusing was updated on July 28, 2026 and KeepOnFirst Pomodoro on September 10, 2026.

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