Comparison

Lofi Pomodoro Timer vs StayMe

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

Head to head
About

Lofi Pomodoro Timer

Enhance your study or work sessions with a customizable Pomodoro timer. Select background videos, music, and sound effects to create your ideal focus environment. The app automatically cycles through work and break periods.

Highlights
  • Customizable background videos
  • Background music selection
  • Sound effect options
  • Automatic work/break cycles
  • Lofi aesthetic
Features
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This is a Lofi-style Pomodoro timer app. You can select background videos, BGM, and sound effects to your liking and start the timer. You can set break times, and the Pomodoro timer and breaks start alternately automatically, making it a recommended app for studying or working. By subscribing, you can freely select background videos, BGM, etc. Monthly subscription Please check the in-app purchase section for pricing. Annual subscription Please check the in-app purchase section for pricing. Terms of Use https://www.sparkleand.store/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy https://www.sparkleand.store/vr-privacy-policy BGM and sound effects use BGMer and 効果音ラボ.

About

StayMe

Features
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When studying alone feels lonely and overwhelming, StayMe stays by your side. Go beyond a simple timer. Conquer your goals with StayMe, the premium Study-With-Me timer that gives you a sense of connection, as if you're focusing with someone else. ■ Key Features - Premium Study-With-Me Experience: Feel a sense of presence as if you're connected, even when studying alone. A sophisticated interface that doesn't interrupt your flow keeps your focus sharp. - Proven Pomodoro Technique: Not just 25 minutes of focus and 5 minutes of rest—you can set custom timers that fit your unique learning patterns perfectly. - Uplifting Design: Cute animal animations are here to cheer you on. These adorable animal friends warmly fill the silence you used to feel while studying alone. (Excluding some premium characters) ※ With StayMe Premium, you can enjoy all background images and character animations without limits. ■ Recommended For: - Students and job seekers tired of studying alone for exams. - Professionals working from home who need tight time management. - Those who prefer productivity tools with clean and beautiful designs. - Anyone looking to maximize learning efficiency using the Pomodoro technique. "At this moment, you are not alone. Stay focused until the end with StayMe." Download now and complete your very own 'Focus Space'!

Screenshots

Lofi Pomodoro Timer4 screens
StayMe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: StayMe at every 3 days against Lofi Pomodoro Timer's every 3 weeks. 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. Lofi Pomodoro Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and StayMe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lofi Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, StayMe every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Lofi Pomodoro Timer versus StayMe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLofi Pomodoro TimerStayMe
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB134 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSPARKLE AND, K.K.Jaehyun Kim

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lofi Pomodoro Timer

Subscriptions2
  • MonthlySubscription$2.991 Month
  • annual subscription$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-time purchase plan$4.99
2 purchases

StayMe

Subscriptions2
  • StayMe Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • StayMe Premium (Annual)$6.991 Year

Questions

Is Lofi Pomodoro Timer free?
Lofi Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StayMe free?
StayMe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lofi Pomodoro Timer or StayMe have ads?
Both Lofi Pomodoro Timer and StayMe show ads.
Which is updated more often, Lofi Pomodoro Timer or StayMe?
Lofi Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and StayMe every 3 days. Most recently, Lofi Pomodoro Timer was updated on August 18, 2026 and StayMe on September 24, 2026.

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