Comparison

EngineerBox vs Pommy

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

Head to head
About

EngineerBox

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EngineerBox is a minimalist yet powerful time management app designed for engineers, developers, and productivity enthusiasts. Whether you're coding, problem-solving, or designing, EngineerBox helps you stay on track and focused by allowing you to: Create Timers: Set specific time boxes for your tasks to boost productivity. Start and Stop with Ease: Seamlessly manage your work sessions and adapt to changing priorities. Complete Tasks: Mark tasks as completed to stay motivated and organized. Review Your Progress: Go back and reflect on all your time-boxed tasks to gain insights and improve future workflows. EngineerBox is perfect for professionals who value their time and want to maintain an efficient and organized workflow. Download EngineerBox today and start engineering your productivity!

About

Pommy

This app employs the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and productivity through timed work and break intervals. It offers features like Lock Screen Live Activities for session tracking, app blocking, and customizable soundscapes to create an optimal work environment.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Technique timer
  • Lock Screen Live Activities
  • Distracting app blocking
  • Calming soundscapes
  • Session tracking
  • Customizable experience
Features
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Pommy uses the Pomodoro Technique to help you focus, take breaks, and stay productive. Track your sessions with Live Activities right from your Lock Screen. Block distracting apps and customize your experience with calming soundscapes. Perfect for anyone who wants to work smarter and recharge better. Start your focus journey with Pommy today! Privacy Policy: https://pommyfocus.notion.site/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

EngineerBox4 screens
Pommy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pommy at every 5 days against EngineerBox's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. EngineerBox sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Pommy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EngineerBox ships an update every 3 weeks, Pommy every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
EngineerBox versus Pommy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEngineerBoxPommy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.417.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB128 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProgressivity LLCJoão Franco

In-app purchases

5 purchases

EngineerBox

One-time5
  • Tiny Tip$0.99
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
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  • Large Tip$9.99
  • Supporter Tip$49.99
3 purchases

Pommy

Subscriptions2
  • Pommy Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Pommy Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pommy Pro$9.99

Questions

Is EngineerBox free?
EngineerBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pommy free?
Pommy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EngineerBox or Pommy have ads?
Neither EngineerBox nor Pommy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EngineerBox or Pommy?
EngineerBox ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pommy every 5 days. Most recently, EngineerBox was updated on October 12, 2026 and Pommy on October 15, 2026.

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