Comparison

Pomodoro Timer vs Bruno

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Timer

This minimalist productivity app helps you optimize focus and work smarter using the Pomodoro Technique. It offers a distraction-free interface with customizable timers, auto-continue flow, and lock screen integration for seamless workflow management.

Highlights
  • Minimalist Pomodoro interface
  • Auto-continue flow
  • Ticking sound with volume control
  • Landscape mode
  • Always-on display
  • Lock screen timer/Live Activities
  • Dynamic Island integration
Features
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Introducing Time Tango, the minimalist Pomodoro timer app designed to optimize productivity and focus. It's not just a timer; it's your personal productivity companion, perfectly crafted for iOS. Time Tango is a premium app that requires a subscription to access all features. Stay Focused, Stay Productive With its elegant, simple design, Time Tango cuts through the clutter, providing a distraction-free experience for those serious about boosting productivity. Enter into the world of the Pomodoro Technique and discover the art of working smarter, not harder. Features: → Minimalist Pomodoro App: Time Tango's clean and straightforward interface makes it your go-to productivity tool. Embrace the minimalist design that allows you to focus on the task at hand, rather than getting lost in complicated settings and options. → Auto-Continue Flow (New): Time Tango now automatically starts the next Pomodoro round or break session when the timer ends, so you can stay in the flow without needing to reset the timer manually. → Ticking Sound with Volume Control (New): For those who find a steady ticking sound helpful for focus, Time Tango offers an optional ticking sound feature, complete with volume control so you can set it to the perfect level. → Landscape Mode: Keep your focus even when your phone is in landscape orientation. Perfect for when you want to place your phone flat on the table during focus sessions, or when using it with a keyboard stand. → Always-On Display / Prevent Auto Lock: Keep your timer visible and your device awake at all times. Ensuring you're always aware of your current Pomodoro session status without needing to interact with your phone. Ideal for maintaining focus and avoiding the distraction of repeatedly waking your device. → Lock Screen Timer/Live Activities: See how much time is left in your work or break session directly from your lock screen. No need to unlock your device and risk distraction. Stay in the zone! → Dynamic Island: Keep track of your progress in real-time. This feature lets you see your ongoing tasks and current timer sessions at a glance, ensuring you're always aware of your productivity levels. → Break/Focus Notifications: Time Tango gently notifies you when it's time to take a break or refocus. These notifications help maintain a healthy balance between work and rest, so you don't burn out. → Customizable Timers and Rounds: Time Tango adapts to your personal productivity style. Customize the length of your Pomodoro sessions, short breaks, long breaks, and the number of rounds per session to fit your unique work rhythm. → Custom Alarm Sounds: Enhance your work and break sessions with 10 custom alarm sounds. Personalize your alerts to suit your mood and productivity preferences. Join the Time Tango community and dance to the rhythm of productivity. Download Time Tango today and discover how you can maximize your time, reduce stress, and enhance your workflow. Please note that a subscription is required to access all features of the app. Privacy Policy: https://namitgupta.com/privacy-policy-new Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Bruno

Features
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Bruno is a minimalist focus app for students and deep workers who want structure without distraction. FOCUS TIMER • Clean Pomodoro timer with focus & break cycles • Gentle illustrations that respond to your session • Track your focus time with a contribution heatmap STUDY SCHEDULE • Plan study sessions in your calendar • Get reminders before sessions start • Jump into focus when it's time to study STUDY ROOMS • Join virtual study rooms and focus together • See who's focusing right now • Chat with room members during breaks COMMUNITY • Connect with friends and see who's studying • Stay motivated without social media noise • Find friends by email and study together Built for quiet focus — together. Sign in with your email. No password needed.

Screenshots

Pomodoro Timer4 screens
Bruno4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bruno at none against Pomodoro Timer's 4. Pomodoro Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. Pomodoro Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bruno asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, Bruno every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pomodoro Timer versus Bruno: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro TimerBruno
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (88 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings88 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperForwardpath Technologies LLPTran Phat

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Pomodoro Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Pro (1 Month)$2.991 Month
  • Pro (1 Year)$6.991 Year
  • Pro (1 Year)3 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$23.99
None

Bruno

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomodoro Timer free?
Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bruno free?
Bruno is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomodoro Timer or Bruno have ads?
Neither Pomodoro Timer nor Bruno shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Timer or Bruno?
Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Bruno every 2 months. Most recently, Pomodoro Timer was updated on September 26, 2026 and Bruno on September 14, 2026.

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