Comparison

Pomodoro Timer vs Aide

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Timer

Features
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A Simple and Easy-to-Use Pomodoro Timer App Struggling with maintaining focus or getting distracted by other things? This app is designed to solve those problems. This app is a Pomodoro Timer based on the 25-minute focus + 5-minute break technique. By alternating between focus and rest, you can enhance your productivity. ● What is the Pomodoro Technique? The Pomodoro Technique is a time management method that helps maintain focus and improve productivity by alternating between periods of work and breaks. The basic cycle involves 25 minutes of focused work, followed by a 5-minute break, and this cycle is repeated. ● Features of the App 【Easy to Use】 Simply open the app and press the start button to begin the timer. Anyone can use it easily. 【Automatic Timer Switch】 Once the 25-minute focus session ends, the timer automatically switches to a 5-minute break. You can also manually switch between focus and break if the timer is stopped. 【Timer Customization】 You can change the color and adjust the time settings according to your preferences. 【Notifications】 Even if the app is closed, you will receive notifications when the timer finishes. 【Remaining Time Display on Lock Screen & Dynamic Island】 You can check the remaining time on the lock screen or Dynamic Island, even when the app is closed. Note: This feature is available only on iPhones that support Dynamic Island or lock screen widgets. Whether you're studying, working from home, reading, learning a language, or doing housework, this app supports developing the habit of focusing and completing tasks. Use Pomodoro to finish today's tasks with satisfaction.

About

Aide

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タイマーとプリセット機能のみ。シンプルなポモドーロタイマーで、作業に没入しましょう。 【アプリについて】 タイマー、プリセット、通知。Aideの機能はこれだけです。 記録、実績、グラフ、ランキング、BGM、育成要素等は一切ありません。 目指したのは「集中するための時間を測る」という、ただそれだけの役割に徹することです。 道具は、使う人の目的を遂行するための手段であって、使い続けること自体が目的になってしまっては本末転倒だと考えています。 「今日も継続した」という満足感より先に、目の前の作業に集中できること。 Aideはその一点だけを大切にしています。 【主な機能】 ・タイマー  シンプルなポモドーロタイマー機能です。 ・プリセット  集中時間・休憩時間・サイクルを細かく設定できます。  「25分」にこだわらず、自分に合ったリズムを見つけてください。 ・プリセットの切り替え  プリセット選択ボタンから、適用したいプリセットを選ぶだけ。  ホーム画面を離れることなく、すぐに切り替えられます。 【こんな方におすすめです】 ・タイマーアプリに、余計な機能を求めていない方 ・記録や実績よりも、今この瞬間の集中を大切にしたい方 ・自分だけの集中/休憩サイクルを見つけたい方 【価格について】 無料でご利用いただけます(広告表示あり)。 広告を非表示にしたい場合は、アプリ内課金にてご購入いただけます。

Screenshots

Pomodoro Timer4 screens
Aide3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pomodoro Timer at none against Aide's 1. Aide's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Aide sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pomodoro Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomodoro Timer ships an update monthly, Aide every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Pomodoro Timer versus Aide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro TimerAide
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMITSUKO MARGOT KUBOTA ONORobonet Communications inc.

In-app purchases

None

Pomodoro Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Aide

One-time1
  • 広告バナー削除$0.99

Questions

Is Pomodoro Timer free?
Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aide free?
Aide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pomodoro Timer or Aide have ads?
Both Pomodoro Timer and Aide show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Timer or Aide?
Pomodoro Timer ships an update monthly, and Aide every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pomodoro Timer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Aide on October 2, 2026.

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