# Pomolapse vs LapseIn

The clearest difference is ads: LapseIn at none against Pomolapse's shown. Pomolapse's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pomolapse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and LapseIn sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pomolapse ships an update every 4 days, LapseIn every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pomolapse | LapseIn |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 56 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Min Park](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712222849) | [JOSE DANIEL CANTU CANTU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867244523) |

## What reviewers say

### Pomolapse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomolapse-focus-timelapse/id6742311266)

This app combines a focus timer with a camera to create short timelapse videos of your study or work sessions. Choose from different focus methods and video styles, and optionally add a tracking emoji to cover your face. Review your focus history and unlock advanced features.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro and goal-based focus timers, Record with front or rear camera, Export 8s, 20s, or full-flow videos, Multiple video styles, Optional face-tracking emoji, Focus session history and insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pomolapse Plus Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pomolapse Plus Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### LapseIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lapsein-timelapse-timer/id6758220108)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LockIn Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| LockIn Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pomolapse free?

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

### Is LapseIn free?

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

### Do Pomolapse or LapseIn have ads?

Pomolapse shows ads; LapseIn does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pomolapse or LapseIn?

Pomolapse ships an update every 4 days, and LapseIn every 2 days. Most recently, Pomolapse was updated on October 14, 2026 and LapseIn on October 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*