Comparison

Pomodoro vs Pomodoro Aura

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro

This app offers a distraction-free Pomodoro timer to enhance focus. It features customizable durations for work and breaks, automatic cycles, and live activity updates. Enjoy a clean, ad-free experience with flexible settings and visual themes.

Highlights
  • Flexible Pomodoro and break durations
  • Automatic work/break cycles
  • Live Activities and Lock Screen updates
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Customizable color themes
  • Gentle sound cues and haptic feedback
Features
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No ads. Free forever. A clean, distraction-free Pomodoro timer designed to help you focus without getting in your way. Why you’ll love it • No ads, no paywalls — focus without interruptions. • Free forever — all features included. Core features • Flexible durations Pomodoro: 15–60 min Break: 1–10 min Long Break: 5–30 min • Automatic cycles Long Break every N Pomodoros (choose 2–8). The cycle repeats automatically until you stop it. • Simple, safe controls Start / Pause / Stop / Restart with confirmation to prevent accidental resets. • Live Activities Track the current session and remaining time directly on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island while the timer is running. • Home Screen widgets Keep your focus visible at a glance without opening the app. • Ongoing notifications See your active session and remaining time while the timer is running. • Sound cues A gentle ting after Pomodoro and Break sessions, plus a short alarm when Long Break starts. • Color themes Choose from 20 carefully curated backgrounds. Changes apply instantly. • Haptic feedback Subtle, precise vibrations for satisfying adjustments (device-dependent). How it works Example (Every 2): Pomodoro → Break → Pomodoro → Break → Long Break → repeat Example (Every 4): Pomodoro → Break ×4 → Long Break → repeat The cycle continues until you press Stop. Notes • Enable notifications to receive session alerts and Live Activity updates. • Live Activities and widgets are active only while the timer is running. • Haptic feedback may vary depending on device settings. Focus better with a Pomodoro timer that’s simple, powerful, ad-free, and free — forever.

About

Pomodoro Aura

Features
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Focus deeper. Work smarter. Achieve more. Pomodoro Aura helps you stay focused, manage your time, and build productive habits using the proven Pomodoro Technique. Break your work into focused intervals, eliminate distractions, and maintain momentum throughout the day. Whether you're studying, working, or building new habits, Pomodoro Aura creates the perfect environment to stay productive. FEATURES - Smart Focus Timer Use structured focus sessions to maximize productivity and avoid burnout. - Customizable Workflows Set your own focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks. - Beautiful Aura Backgrounds Dynamic visual environments designed to improve concentration and reduce distractions. - Scheduled Breaks The app reminds you when it's time to rest, breathe, and recharge. - Distraction-Free Interface A minimal design that keeps you focused on what matters. - Flexible Settings Customize focus time, alarms, sounds, and visual themes. PERFECT FOR - Students - Remote workers - Developers - Creators - Anyone who wants better focus and productivity Start focusing better today.

Screenshots

Pomodoro4 screens
Pomodoro Aura4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pomodoro at none against Pomodoro Aura's shown. Pomodoro also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pomodoro versus Pomodoro Aura: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoroPomodoro Aura
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMurodjon SattorovBecome Studio

In-app purchases

None

Pomodoro

No in-app purchases

None

Pomodoro Aura

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomodoro free?
Pomodoro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pomodoro Aura free?
Pomodoro Aura is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomodoro or Pomodoro Aura have ads?
Pomodoro Aura shows ads; Pomodoro does not.

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