Comparison

Pomodoro Focus Timer vs Bloc

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Focus Timer

Features
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This Pomodoro Timer app is designed to support efficient time management. Whether you're working or studying, this app will help you stay focused. Features: • Set 25 minutes for focus, 5-minute short breaks, and 30-minute long breaks. It helps you maintain a balance without overworking. • The app works in the background, so even while using other apps, your focus and break times are managed. • Receive notifications when it's time to take a break or start focusing again, so you can stay immersed in your tasks without worrying about the timer. • The simple, intuitive design makes it easy for anyone to start using right away. Use this Pomodoro Timer to enhance your focus and maximize your productivity at work or during study sessions. Manage your time effortlessly and boost your daily output.

About

Bloc

Features
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Are you losing 3 to 5 hours every single day to mindless scrolling? Do you open Instagram or TikTok for "just one minute" and snap back to reality two hours later feeling guilty, exhausted, and behind on your goals? Meet Bloc—the minimalist screen time blocker that transforms your focus into a thriving Scandinavian metropolis. Instead of fighting your phone with pure willpower, Bloc gives your brain a peaceful visual incentive. Every minute you stay away from distracting apps builds your personal dream city. Give in to doomscrolling, and construction stops. WHY BLOC WORKS WHEN WILLPOWER FAILS - Deep App Shielding: Block social media, games, or any addictive apps using Apple's official Screen Time API. - Strict Deep Focus Mode: Need strict control? Enable Deep Focus. Once started, apps remain locked until your session timer ends—no cheating, no bypasses. - Visual Progress: Watch tiny Nordic houses turn into glowing eco-skyscrapers as you complete work or study sessions. - Life Impact Analytics: Track reclaimed hours in human terms—see how many books you’ve read or miles you’ve run by simply putting your phone down. - Minimalist & Calm UI: Designed with soft Scandinavian pastel aesthetics (Tiimo-inspired) to calm your mind rather than overwhelm it. RECLAIM YOUR LIFE THIS YEAR If you save just 2 hours a day with Bloc, you gain back 30 full days of your life every single year. What will you do with an extra month? Download Bloc today, block the noise, and start building your focus. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pomodoro Focus Timer4 screens
Bloc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Bloc at none against Pomodoro Focus Timer's shown. Pomodoro Focus Timer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases 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 Focus Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bloc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Pomodoro Focus Timer versus Bloc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro Focus TimerBloc
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 12 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkota tadaTarik Aydin

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pomodoro Focus Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Ad-free for 1 month7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Ad-free for 1 year14 Days trial$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Bloc

Subscriptions2
  • Bloc Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Bloc Pro Annual3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Pomodoro Focus Timer free?
Pomodoro Focus Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bloc free?
Bloc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pomodoro Focus Timer or Bloc have ads?
Pomodoro Focus Timer shows ads; Bloc does not.

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