Comparison

Focal Timer vs Pomo Simple Timer

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

Head to head
About

Focal Timer

Features
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Focus better, achieve more with Focal - your minimalist productivity timer designed for professionals. Transform your work sessions into deep, focused blocks of uninterrupted productivity. Key Features: Minimalist Focus Timer Clean, distraction-free interface Customizable work sessions Beautiful progress animations Notification controls Focus Analytics Track daily progress Analyze focus patterns View completion rates Monitor productivity trends Custom Environments Personalized themes Focus-enhancing sounds Haptic feedback Session preferences Professional Tools Detailed statistics Focus pattern insights Performance tracking Data visualization Perfect for: Professionals Remote workers Knowledge workers Creative professionals Software developers Writers & content creators Students & researchers Why choose Focal: Clean, minimalist design focused on productivity Zero distractions - just you and your focus timer Beautiful, intuitive interface Detailed insights into your focus patterns Customizable to match your work style No subscriptions - all features included

About

Pomo Simple Timer

This minimalist timer app helps boost productivity by implementing the Pomodoro Technique. It features customizable work and break sessions, progress tracking, and smart notifications to help you build lasting focus habits.

Highlights
  • Minimalist timer interface
  • Customizable work and break durations
  • Statistics tracking with charts
  • Streak counter for habit building
  • Smart notifications and sound alerts
  • Background and dark mode support
Features
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Pomo is a beautifully designed Pomodoro timer app that helps you boost productivity and maintain focus. Built with a clean, minimalist interface, Pomo makes it easy to implement the proven Pomodoro Technique in your daily workflow. Key Features: Simple Timer Interface - Clean, distraction-free design with visual progress indicator Work & Break Sessions - Automatically alternates between work periods and breaks Customizable Durations - Adjust work, short break, and long break periods to fit your needs Statistics Tracking - Monitor your daily and weekly productivity with detailed charts Streak Counter - Track consecutive days of productivity to build lasting habits Smart Notifications - Get notified when sessions end, even when the app is in background Sound Alerts - Optional audio notifications for session completion Background Mode - Timer continues running when you switch apps Dark Mode Support - Seamlessly adapts to your device's appearance settings Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone looking to improve their focus and time management. The app follows the classic 25-minute work / 5-minute break cycle, with longer breaks after every 4 sessions.

Screenshots

Focal Timer3 screens
Pomo Simple Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Focal Timer at 12.0 against Pomo Simple Timer's 17.0. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Focal Timer versus Pomo Simple Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocal TimerPomo Simple Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRajdeep DasCHRISTIAN DANIEL ARZALUZ TELLEZ

In-app purchases

None

Focal Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Pomo Simple Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focal Timer free?
Focal Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pomo Simple Timer free?
Pomo Simple Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focal Timer or Pomo Simple Timer have ads?
Neither Focal Timer nor Pomo Simple Timer shows ads.

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