# FocusScore vs Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusScore at none against Pomodoro Timer's 3. FocusScore also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 17.0). Pomodoro Timer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pomodoro Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.59 per month. FocusScore asks for nothing beyond the download.

FocusScore ships an update every 5 months, Pomodoro Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FocusScore | Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-tempo-focus/id6758786811/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 35 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hitoshi Igarashi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1791470365) | [Stoleru Martin PFA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1875023114) |

## What reviewers say

### FocusScore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusscore/id6741839805)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-tempo-focus/id6758786811)

This app combines a focus timer, break reminders, and app blocking to help you build better work and study habits. Track your progress and stay on schedule with structured focus sessions.

**Highlights:** Focus and break sessions, App blocking via Screen Time, Pomodoro cycles, Session labeling, Productivity insights, Session reminders

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tempo Pro Monthly | $2.59 | per month |
| Tempo Pro Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Tempo Focus Pro – Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FocusScore free?

FocusScore is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pomodoro Timer free?

Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do FocusScore or Pomodoro Timer have ads?

Neither FocusScore nor Pomodoro Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FocusScore or Pomodoro Timer?

FocusScore ships an update every 5 months, and Pomodoro Timer fortnightly. Most recently, FocusScore was updated on October 14, 2026 and Pomodoro Timer on October 22, 2026.

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