Comparison

Timer_i26 vs Lumeni

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

Head to head
About

Timer_i26

Features
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Stay focused. Take action. Reach your goals. Timer_i26 is designed to help you start tasks without procrastination, stay focused, and manage your time effortlessly. No harsh alarms — just a subtle signal marking the end of your session, leaving you free to extend or wrap up as you wish. Perfect for: • Studying, coding, writing, or reading with full focus • Structuring work or relaxation sessions at your own pace • Reaching short-term goals without pressure • Managing your time clearly and stress-free Key features: • Instant start: launch a timer quickly (fast timer or a pre-created timer with name and duration). • Smooth ending: a short sound marks the end — never an abrupt stop. • Extend or end: you decide when the session truly ends. • Timer library: create, find, and relaunch your custom timers instantly. • Easy reordering: rearrange timers with simple drag and drop. • Built-in search and favorites: access your frequent timers in seconds. • Compact bottom view: keep an eye on your timer while navigating the app. • iCloud sync: your timers stay up to date across all your devices. • Quick-launch widgets: open Timer_i26 right from the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Control Center (widgets are launch shortcuts only). • Refined design and ergonomics: crafted to enhance focus and flow, offering a smooth and pleasant experience — the result of years of artistic direction and deep integration between system and app through Liquid Glass (thanks Apple). • Optimized for iPhone and iPad: includes a resizable iPad version, also available on Mac. Privacy Policy: https://jb-online.fr/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Lumeni

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Transform focus into a beautiful, rewarding habit. Lumeni combines the proven Pomodoro Technique with AI task breakdown, stunning visual themes, and smart gamification to help you build deep focus that actually lasts. Perfect for students, professionals, and creators who want to beat distraction and get more done—without the burnout. STUNNING VISUAL THEMES Make every focus session beautiful with 20 immersive themes featuring particle effects and smooth animations. From Space and Ocean to Cyberpunk and Northern Lights—each theme transforms your workspace into an inspiring environment. - 3 free themes included - Unlock premium themes monthly (subscription) or buy individually ($1.99) - New themes added regularly AI-POWERED TASK BREAKDOWN Stuck on where to start? Just describe your project in plain English and watch AI instantly generate structured tasks with smart Pomodoro estimates. No more blank page paralysis. - Free: 5 AI breakdowns per month - Premium: unlimited breakdowns - Natural language processing—just write what you need FLEXIBLE POMODORO TIMER Choose from 9 proven timer templates or create your own: - Classic Pomodoro (25/5) - The original technique - Quick Focus (15/3) - For rapid tasks - Deep Work (120/15) - Extended concentration - 52-17 Rule, Ultradian Rhythm, Marathon Mode, and more - Premium: unlimited custom presets - Works in background—timer runs even when app is closed SMART TASK MANAGEMENT Stay organized with Workspaces, Projects, and Tasks. Set Pomodoro estimates, track accuracy, and watch yourself improve over time. - Daily Plan: Focus on your top 3 priorities - Import from Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Exchange - Drag and drop to prioritize - Track estimated vs actual time—get better at planning INSIGHTFUL ANALYTICS See your progress with beautiful charts and insights: - 52-week streak heatmap showing consistency - Daily/weekly/monthly focus session charts - Task estimate accuracy tracking - Total focus time and patterns - Identify your peak productivity hours MOTIVATING GAMIFICATION Stay engaged with XP, levels, badges, and daily challenges: - Earn XP for every focus session - 2x multipliers for long streaks - 20+ badges across 6 categories - 3 daily challenges refresh at midnight - Early bird bonuses (5-8 AM sessions) - Level up celebrations with confetti SEAMLESS SYNC Sign in with Apple to sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac: - Automatic cloud backup - Works offline-first—sync when connected - Never lose your data - Optional—app works great without sign-in too PRIVACY-FIRST - Your data is yours—full control - No tracking, no ads, no data selling - Encrypted sync when using cloud features - Works completely offline if you prefer PREMIUM FEATURES ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) - Unlimited AI task breakdowns - Monthly theme unlock (1 free premium theme per month) - Unlimited custom timer presets - AI timer suggestions - All 5 premium timer templates - Cloud sync across devices - Priority support Free to download. Start with powerful free features, upgrade when you're ready. Whether you're cramming for exams, shipping a big project, or building a creative practice—Lumeni makes focus beautiful, intelligent, and sustainable.

Screenshots

Timer_i264 screens
Lumeni4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lumeni at every 4 days against Timer_i26's every 3 weeks. Lumeni also leads on iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). 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. Timer_i26 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Lumeni sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer_i26 ships an update every 3 weeks, Lumeni every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Timer_i26 versus Lumeni: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer_i26Lumeni
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.018.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCarole, Claude ThibautAhmed Darwish

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Timer_i26

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$8.991 Year
10 purchases

Lumeni

Subscriptions2
  • Lumeni Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Lumeni Annual Premium$19.991 Year
One-time8
  • City Theme$1.99
  • Mountain Theme$1.99
  • Fire Theme$1.99
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  • Autumn Theme$1.99
  • Deep Sea Theme$1.99
  • Spring Theme$1.99
  • Zen Theme$1.99
  • Winter Theme$1.99

Questions

Is Timer_i26 free?
Timer_i26 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lumeni free?
Lumeni is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Timer_i26 or Lumeni have ads?
Neither Timer_i26 nor Lumeni shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timer_i26 or Lumeni?
Timer_i26 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lumeni every 4 days. Most recently, Timer_i26 was updated on October 13, 2026 and Lumeni on October 8, 2026.

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