Comparison

Anchor vs Flip Clock & Pomodoro

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

Head to head
About

Anchor

Features
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Anchor is a focus timer with a twist: it only works when your phone is face-down. Set your time, flip your phone onto a flat surface, and the timer starts automatically. Lift it early? Session broken. Stay committed until the timer ends, and you've earned your focus. WHY ANCHOR? • No willpower required — flip and forget • No apps to block, no settings to configure • Visual proof: red for broken, green for complete • Session history calendar to track your progress HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your focus duration (1-30 minutes free, up to 4 hours with Pro) 2. Place your phone face-down on any flat surface 3. The timer starts automatically when gravity detects the position 4. Stay focused. Your phone stays down. That's it. ANCHOR PRO (One-Time Purchase) • Unlock sessions up to 4 hours • Perfect for deep work, studying, or creative sessions • No subscription — pay once, own forever The simplest way to put your phone down and actually focus.

About

Flip Clock & Pomodoro

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Flip Clock – Pomodoro Timer & Countdown Turn your device into a beautiful and minimal flip clock while boosting your productivity with powerful time management tools. Flip Clock combines an elegant full-screen clock with practical timers designed to help you stay focused, manage tasks, and improve your daily workflow. Whether you are studying, working, meditating, or simply want a stylish clock display, this app keeps things simple and effective. Key Features Flip Clock Display A clean and elegant flip clock that transforms your device into a stylish desk clock. Pomodoro Focus Timer Use the Pomodoro technique to stay focused. Work in productive intervals and take regular breaks to maintain concentration and avoid burnout. Countdown Timer Set countdown timers for workouts, cooking, study sessions, or important events. Stopwatch Track time precisely with a simple and reliable stopwatch. Minimal Design Distraction-free interface designed for clarity and focus. Perfect for Daily Use Ideal for work, studying, productivity sessions, presentations, or as a bedside clock. Use Cases • Study and focus sessions • Work productivity • Gym and workout timing • Cooking timers • Meeting timers • Desk or bedside clock Designed with simplicity and usability in mind, Flip Clock helps you stay organized and focused throughout your day. Download now and turn your device into a beautiful productivity clock.

Screenshots

Anchor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flip Clock & Pomodoro at none against Anchor's 1. Flip Clock & Pomodoro also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price 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. Anchor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Flip Clock & Pomodoro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
Anchor versus Flip Clock & Pomodoro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnchorFlip Clock & Pomodoro
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone — better—
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYagız UGURVERENHarun Mese

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Anchor

One-time1
  • Anchor Pro$4.99
None

Flip Clock & Pomodoro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Anchor free?
Anchor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flip Clock & Pomodoro free?
Flip Clock & Pomodoro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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