Comparison

Orbit Focus vs Pomofish

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

Head to head
About

Orbit Focus

This app encourages real-world connections by temporarily limiting access to distracting apps. It unlocks your chosen apps once you log an interaction with a friend, helping you build healthier device habits.

Highlights
  • App Limiting via Screen Time
  • Connection Tracking & Statistics
  • Complete On-Device Privacy
  • Positive Reinforcement for Connection
  • Customizable App Restrictions
Features
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In a world of endless scrolling, Orbit Focus helps you prioritize what truly matters - your relationships. Orbit uses Screen Time to gently encourage real human connection by temporarily limiting access to your chosen apps until you reach out to a friend. How It Works: - Set your "connection days" - the days you want to prioritize relationships - Choose which apps to limit on those days (social media, games, etc.) - On connection days, your selected apps are locked until you make the effort to connect - Simply log a connection in Orbit and your apps instantly unlock for the day - Track your connection habits and celebrate your progress Key Features: - App Limiting - Uses iOS Screen Time to temporarily limit distracting apps on your chosen days - Connection Tracking - Monitor your progress with beautiful statistics showing your connection patterns - Complete Privacy - All data stays on your device. No cloud storage, no tracking, no sharing Perfect For: - Anyone wanting to reduce screen time - People who struggle to reach out but want to stay connected - Those seeking a healthier relationship with their devices - Friends and family members wanting to strengthen their bonds Why Orbit Focus? Unlike harsh app blockers, Orbit Focus creates positive reinforcement. It doesn't punish you - it rewards connection.

About

Pomofish

Features
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Pomofish turns your focus time into something rewarding. Complete Pomodoro sessions to earn coins and unlock unique fish skins while building better productivity habits. Every minute you focus brings you closer to new rewards and increases your chances of discovering higher rarity fish. Stay consistent to grow your collection and customize your pond with exclusive skins purchased using the coins you earn. With simple session tracking and smart reminders, Pomofish helps you stay on track while making progress visible and motivating. Small sessions lead to real progress and a collection that reflects your dedication. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://pomofish-web.vercel.app/privacy

Screenshots

Orbit Focus4 screens
Pomofish3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Orbit Focus at none against Pomofish's 3. Pomofish's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Pomofish sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Orbit Focus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Orbit Focus ships an update every 5 months, Pomofish every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Orbit Focus versus Pomofish: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOrbit FocusPomofish
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOrbit Scheduler LLCMelki Jonathan Andara

In-app purchases

None

Orbit Focus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Pomofish

Subscriptions2
  • Pomofish Pro – Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pomofish Pro – Annual3 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Orbit Focus free?
Orbit Focus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pomofish free?
Pomofish is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Orbit Focus or Pomofish have ads?
Neither Orbit Focus nor Pomofish shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Orbit Focus or Pomofish?
Orbit Focus ships an update every 5 months, and Pomofish every 6 weeks. Most recently, Orbit Focus was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pomofish on October 31, 2026.

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