Comparison

Tomato Timer ۬ vs Microfit

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

Head to head
About

Tomato Timer ۬

This app helps you improve focus and productivity using the Pomodoro Technique. It offers customizable timers, ambient soundscapes, sub-task management, and detailed statistics to track your progress.

Highlights
  • Customizable Pomodoro timers
  • Multiple ambient sound options
  • Sub-task management
  • Advanced statistics tracking
  • Default Pomodoro timer
Features
Read full description

Pomodoro is an age-old time management and effective focus-improvement technique. Our Pomodoro Timer app brings that technique right to your iPhone/iPad. Besides other traditional focus timer apps, our app actually includes the default pomodoro timer, but also allows you to create your own timers and customize the length of your focus session, short break, long break, etc. It might look like a very small app, but it isn’t one, it has options to add sub-tasks, play multiple ambient sounds at once, and track all your focus sessions using our advanced statistics manager (pro-users) Key Features > Default Pomodoro Timer: This is a default timer created which allows people to just download the app and start the pomodoro technique based timer. > Create Multiple Timers: Create multiple Pomodoros or timers for different tasks. So whether you want to improve focus during a workout or study time, create a timer, set focus time, short breaks, long breaks, and you’re done! Do this for all the activities which require high-quality focus time. > Play multiple Ambient sounds at once: Currently our app has recordings of 15 different natural sounds, you can pick multiple For instance, you can play forest, thunderstorm, and bonfire. According to research, music of the right choice can boost focus by 30%. > Add Sub-Tasks: There’s always a micro-task under your main task which you forget, that’s why we’ve added the “add sub-tasks” functionality. Basically, you can add sub-tasks for your main tasks and mark them as done on the go. > Advanced Statistics: Do you want to calculate the time you’ve spent focusing on different tasks? How much is your break time, how many hours of focus did you take on a given day, what was the “Category” which requires more of your focus time, etc.? Well, this app is what you need. What is the Pomodoro Technique? It’s an old technique that helps people to stay focused, boost productivity. How does it work? 1. Choose a task 2. Set a 25-minute timer and work on it. 3. Take a 5 minute “short” break after 25 minutes of focus. 4. Take a long break after you’ve completed 4 focus sessions. It might look like a very basic technique, people who’ve implemented this technique in their lives noticed an improvement in their focus by 20-45%. What are you waiting for? Install the app now. Privacy Policy: https://pomodoro-timer.appstraw.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://pomodoro-timer.appstraw.com/terms-conditions

About

Microfit

Features
Read full description

Sitting all day is silently wrecking your body — MicroFit fixes that in under 7 minutes. MicroFit is a smart micro-workout app designed for desk workers, office professionals, and students who spend hours sitting. It delivers quick, effective routines that help you stay active without disrupting your day. What makes MicroFit different? Your iPhone’s camera tracks your form in real time. Using advanced on-device pose detection, MicroFit ensures every movement is accurate, safe, and effective—like having a personal trainer at your desk. KEY FEATURES Real-Time Form Tracking MicroFit uses Apple’s Vision framework to detect your body posture through the front camera. It monitors joint positions, checks alignment, and provides instant feedback to help you maintain proper form. Curated Desk Workouts Choose from a library of targeted routines such as Desk Mobility, Neck & Shoulder Reset, Arms & Wrists Relief, Core & Legs Refresh, and more—each designed for quick sessions. Smart Progress Dashboard Track your fitness journey with detailed analytics. View your activity across days, weeks, months, or the full year with interactive charts and insights. XP & Leveling System Stay motivated by earning experience points for every minute you work out. Build streaks, level up, and unlock achievements like “5 Day Streak” and “50 Workouts Completed.” Intelligent Reminders Set smart notifications that nudge you at the right moments throughout your day, ensuring you never forget to take a movement break. Privacy First Your camera feed is processed entirely on-device. MicroFit does not upload, store, or transmit any video data—your privacy is fully protected. WHO IS MICROFIT FOR? Office workers who sit for 6+ hours a day Students spending long hours studying or attending lectures Remote workers looking for quick movement breaks Anyone who wants to improve posture and reduce stiffness MicroFit turns dead time into fitness time. No gym. No long sessions. No excuses. Download MicroFit today and give your body the breaks it deserves.

Screenshots

Tomato Timer ۬4 screens
Microfit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microfit at none against Tomato Timer ۬'s 3. Tomato Timer ۬'s advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price and ads 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. Tomato Timer ۬ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Microfit asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tomato Timer ۬ versus Microfit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTomato Timer ۬Microfit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (189 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings189 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB8 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperBoltQ MediaKuldeep Sharma

Bugs and requests

Tomato Timer ۬

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Timer pauses when using other applications
  • Phone automatically locks during the timer
  • Timer stops when the phone is locked
  • No dynamics island or Live activities
  • Widget is not interactive
Show 5 more
  • Voice alert customization reverts to default
  • Timer goes before I start
  • Timer runs super fast
  • Sound clips abruptly stop and start
  • Timer only counts time when screen is unlocked

Requested features

11 requests
  • Fix timer pausing when switching apps
  • Add dynamic island support
  • Add watch app support
  • Add interactive widget
  • Add Korean language for break notifications
Show 6 more
  • Add cross-device synchronization
  • Add Spanish language support
  • Allow preview of premium ambient sounds
  • Longer ambient sound tracks
  • Adjustable and savable focus length
  • Customizable and savable voice alerts

Microfit

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Tomato Timer ۬

Subscriptions1
  • Pomodoro Pro Yearly3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pomodoro Pro Lifetime Gift$3.99
  • Pomodoro Pro Lifetime$19.99
None

Microfit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tomato Timer ۬ free?
Tomato Timer ۬ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Microfit free?
Microfit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tomato Timer ۬ or Microfit have ads?
Neither Tomato Timer ۬ nor Microfit shows ads.

Other comparisons