Comparison

ShigotoSwitch vs Time Boxing

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

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About

ShigotoSwitch

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【What is ShigotoSwitch?】 ShigotoSwitch is a new type of productivity app that combines focus improvement through the Pomodoro Technique with motivation maintenance by converting time into earnings. Perfect for freelancers, remote workers, students, and anyone who needs self-management. 【Do you have these problems?】 • Can't maintain focus and get easily distracted • Hard to see results from your efforts, losing motivation • Recording work time but not utilizing it effectively • Using Pomodoro timers but can't stay motivated ShigotoSwitch solves all these problems! 【Main Features】 ◆ Pomodoro Timer • 25-minute work + 5-minute break (customizable) • Scientifically proven focus improvement technique • Focus mode to avoid distractions during work ◆ Earnings Visualization System • Set your hourly rate and work time automatically converts to earnings • See "how much you earned today" at a glance • Visible numbers keep you motivated ◆ Two Timer Modes 1. Normal Mode: Can be interrupted anytime (60-second grace period) 2. Commitment Mode: Stopping early reduces your reward (30-second grace period) ◆ Statistics (Pro Version) • Today's work time and earnings • Consecutive work days (streaks) • Session history • Activity graph • Visualize long-term growth ◆ Simple and Beautiful Design • Supports both iPhone and iPad • Responsive layout • Dark mode support • Intuitive operation for everyone 【Easy 3-Step Usage】 1. Set your hourly rate (e.g., $20/hour) 2. Start the timer 3. Focus on your work! After 25 minutes, you'll see how much you earned. This "visualization" becomes powerful motivation for your next session. 【Recommended For】 • Freelancers and self-employed • Remote workers • Students studying for exams • People wanting to maximize side job or hobby time • Those wanting to improve self-management • Anyone interested in the Pomodoro Technique 【Free vs Pro Version】 ■ Free Version • Pomodoro timer • Earnings calculation • Basic settings • Two timer modes *Contains ads ■ Pro Version ($2.99 one-time purchase) • All free features • Ad-free • Detailed statistics • Streaks (consecutive work days) • Session history • Activity graph • Long-term growth analysis Not a subscription—one purchase for lifetime access. 【Privacy and Security】 • All data stored locally on your device • No data sent to external servers • No personal information collected • Use with confidence 【What is the Pomodoro Technique?】 A time management method developed by Francesco Cirillo in the 1980s. By alternating 25-minute work sessions with 5-minute breaks, it maximizes focus and minimizes fatigue. A proven method adopted by companies worldwide. 【From the Developer】 "Visualizing your efforts as numbers" changes your motivation. As a freelancer myself, I often wondered "How much did I actually accomplish today?" Just recording time didn't give me a real sense of its value. That's when I came up with the idea of converting time into "earnings"—a clear, tangible form. ShigotoSwitch properly evaluates your efforts and transforms them into motivation for your next task. I hope it helps boost your productivity!

About

Time Boxing

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Time Boxing - 時間管理は、タスク管理の王道「タイムボクシング」を手軽に実践するためのアプリです。 「何をするか」だけでなく、「いつするか」まで決める。 やることを時間軸に置くことで、1日の計画を見える化し、目の前の行動に集中しやすくします。 【主な機能】 ・タスクと予定をかんたんに登録 ・やることを時間軸に配置 ・今週の進捗をひと目で確認 ・活動記録をワンタップで入力 ・実績を残して行動を振り返り 仕事、勉強、家事、趣味など、限られた時間を大切に使いたい方におすすめです。 複雑な設定は不要。 今日やることを決めて、時間に置いて、実行する。 シンプルなタイムボクシングを始めましょう。

Screenshots

ShigotoSwitch4 screens
Time Boxing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Time Boxing at none against ShigotoSwitch's 1. Time Boxing also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. ShigotoSwitch sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Time Boxing asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
ShigotoSwitch versus Time Boxing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShigotoSwitchTime Boxing
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYasuhiro HamadaSasurai Studio

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ShigotoSwitch

One-time1
  • Pro版$1.99
None

Time Boxing

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShigotoSwitch free?
ShigotoSwitch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Time Boxing free?
Time Boxing is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShigotoSwitch or Time Boxing have ads?
ShigotoSwitch shows ads; Time Boxing does not.

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