Comparison

Pomo Up vs Pomodoro Pro

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

Head to head
About

Pomo Up

Enhance concentration and manage your time effectively with a focus timer that helps reduce distractions and build better habits. Track progress, get gentle nudges, and connect with others for accountability.

Highlights
  • Focus Report visualization
  • App Blocker
  • Focus Assistant nudges
  • Community Leaderboard
  • Picture-in-Picture mode
  • Focus with Friends feature
  • Home Screen Widget
Features
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Pomo Up is a Pomodoro timer with a buddy who focuses right alongside you. Pick a tag, tap start, and block the apps that pull you away. NEW IN 7.0 - An all-new design, built for Liquid Glass - Made for iPhone Duo, on both the cover and inner screens - Tag presets: each tag remembers its own duration and timer mode - New widgets: Today, This Week, and Quick Start FOCUS YOUR WAY - Pomodoro or stopwatch: count down, or count up with no time limit - Tag presets: start Study, Work, or Reading in one tap - Picture in Picture: keep the timer in view while you use other apps - Live Activities: start your next session from the Lock Screen or Dynamic Island - Spotlight & Siri: search a tag to start, or ask Siri how long you focused today STAY ON TRACK - App Blocker: block chosen apps while you focus; pause anytime you need a break - Pomo Buddies: wear AirPods and your buddy moves with you. Meet the Dog, Duck, Dino, Giraffe, and Capybara - Widgets: start a session or check today's progress right from your Home Screen SEE YOUR PROGRESS - Today's report, weekly insights, and full statistics - See where your time goes by tag - Leaderboard: see how your focus stacks up with the community EVERYWHERE YOU WORK iPhone, iPad, iPhone Duo, and Mac, kept in sync with iCloud. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No account needed. Your focus records stay on your device and sync through your own iCloud. COMMUNITY FEEDBACK "Pomo Up helps me stay on task without distractions. It's been a game-changer for my focus." – Ben "I’ve been getting more done in less time. Love the animations and how simple it is to use!" – Alice "I used to get sidetracked all the time, but Pomo Up keeps me aware and consistent." – Sam POMO UP PRO Block distracting apps, unlock all Pomo Buddies, full charts, Home Screen widgets, unlimited tags, stopwatch mode, and the Mac app. - Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscriptions renew automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period - Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings - Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription Privacy Policy: https://manjun.tech/doc/en/privacy-policy.html User Agreement: https://manjun.tech/doc/en/user-agreement.html Questions or ideas? hlai.manjun@gmail.com

About

Pomodoro Pro

Features
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Achieve More with Pomodoro Pro! Maximize your productivity with a powerful task timer combining the Pomodoro technique and webhook integration. Stay focused, track progress, and automate workflows effortlessly. Key Features: - Task Timer: Organize your work into Pomodoro sessions for peak focus and efficiency. - Webhook Integration: Sync timer events with tools like Trello, Notion, Slack, or custom apps to automate tasks. - Customizable Timers: Set work and break intervals tailored to your needs. - Analytics Dashboard: Gain insights into your productivity trends and improve over time. - Clean, Minimal Design: Stay distraction-free while you work or study. Whether you’re managing tasks, studying, or leading a team, Pomodoro Pro empowers you to streamline your workflow and accomplish more. Download now and start achieving your goals today!

Screenshots

Pomo Up4 screens
Pomodoro Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pomodoro Pro at none against Pomo Up's 8. Pomodoro Pro also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Pomo Up sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Pomodoro Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomo Up ships an update monthly, Pomodoro Pro every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pomo Up versus Pomodoro Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomo UpPomodoro Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (40 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings40 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB42 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperManjun TechThiem Nguyen

Bugs and requests

Pomo Up

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Cannot find widgets
  • Widgets not expandable
  • Cannot edit entries
  • Cannot edit tags
  • Data not syncing between iPad and iPhone
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  • Ticking sound cannot be stopped without losing notifications
  • Standby function does not work
  • Free trial charged immediately
  • Lost Premium Lifetime access

Requested features

14 requests
  • Apple Watch app
  • Expandable widgets
  • Edit tag names and colors
  • Chime sound after sessions/breaks
  • Simple calendar and task writer
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  • Simple note-taking option
  • Productive music or alpha/gamma waves
  • To-do list functionality
  • Timer as Lock Screen wallpaper (free)
  • Hide 'login game center' notification
  • Custom break times
  • Change number of study intervals
  • Add music for studying
  • Ability to edit entries

Pomodoro Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Pomo Up

Subscriptions6
  • PomoUp Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
  • PomoUp Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • PomoUp: Screen Time for Focus$4.991 Month
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  • PomoUp Pro Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • PomoUp Pro Annual3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • PomoUp Pro Annual$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • PomoUp Pro Lifetime$39.99
  • PomoUp Pro Lifetime$99.99
None

Pomodoro Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomo Up free?
Pomo Up is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomodoro Pro free?
Pomodoro Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomo Up or Pomodoro Pro have ads?
Neither Pomo Up nor Pomodoro Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pomo Up or Pomodoro Pro?
Pomo Up ships an update monthly, and Pomodoro Pro every 2 days. Most recently, Pomo Up was updated on November 4, 2026 and Pomodoro Pro on November 4, 2026.

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