# Pomo Up vs To Do List

Pomo Up and To Do List both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Pomo Up's written reviews are positive against 50% of To Do List's. Pomo Up also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26). To Do List's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pomo Up sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and To Do List sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pomo Up holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 40 and 46 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Pomo Up's written reviews are positive against 50% of To Do List's.

Pomo Up ships an update every 3 weeks, To Do List every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pomo Up | To Do List |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomo-up-pomodoro-timer/id6469688331/reviews)** | [4.7 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/to-do-list-focusplan/id6503656926/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 40 | **46** |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 114 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Manjun Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675637283) | [Andrea Gelati](https://appshunter.io/developer/946833064) |

## What reviewers say

### Pomo Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomo-up-pomodoro-timer/id6469688331)

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:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PomoUp Pro Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| PomoUp Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| PomoUp: Screen Time for Focus | $4.99 | per month |
| PomoUp Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| PomoUp Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| PomoUp Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| PomoUp Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| PomoUp Pro Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for focus
- 👍 Helps with studies
- 👍 Minimalistic design
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Tracks time well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Premium features are expensive
- 👎 Some features locked behind paywall
- 👎 Can't edit tags
- 👎 No option to expand widgets
- 👎 Basic functions only for premium

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot find widgets
- Widgets not expandable
- Cannot edit entries
- Cannot edit tags
- Data not syncing between iPad and iPhone

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app
- Expandable widgets
- Edit tag names and colors
- Chime sound after sessions/breaks
- Simple calendar and task writer


### To Do List

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/to-do-list-focusplan/id6503656926)

This app combines a task manager, calendar, to-do list, and Pomodoro timer to help users plan, focus, and achieve their goals. It offers features like task management, customizable focus sessions, and productivity insights to boost organization and efficiency.

**Highlights:** All-in-one planner, Pomodoro timer, Task & subtask management, Calendar integration, Smart reminders & alerts, Productivity insights, Distraction-free mode

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $0.49 | per month |
| Weekly Plan | $0.49 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Plan | $4.99 | per year |
| Students Lifetime Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Purchase | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pomo Up free?

Pomo Up is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is To Do List free?

To Do List is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pomo Up or To Do List?

Pomo Up is rated higher. Pomo Up averages 4.9 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while To Do List averages 4.7 from 46 ratings.

### Do Pomo Up or To Do List have ads?

Neither Pomo Up nor To Do List shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pomo Up or To Do List?

Pomo Up ships an update every 3 weeks, and To Do List every 5 days. Most recently, Pomo Up was updated on October 24, 2026 and To Do List on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*