Comparison

PupFocus vs FocusTimer

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

Head to head
About

PupFocus

Features
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Stay. Focus. Grow. PupFocus is a simple Pomodoro timer that helps you stay focused, one session at a time. Set a timer, get to work, and let a calm, loyal puppy keep you company while you study, work, or build better habits. Staying focused feels easier when a puppy is rooting for you. How PupFocus Works • Set a focus session based on the Pomodoro technique Choose a classic 25 minutes of focused work with a 5-minute break, or customize the length to match your task, deadline, and energy. • Work distraction-free while your puppy keeps you accountable Your pup stays on screen during your session, giving you a steady visual reminder to stay in the app and on task until the timer ends. • Take short, intentional breaks Step away, stretch, refill your water, or rest your eyes. Because you know a break is scheduled, it is easier to push through tough moments without checking your phone every few minutes. • Repeat simple focus cycles to build consistency Stack sessions to get through revision chapters, deep work blocks, side projects, or your daily to-do list without burning out. Your puppy responds to how you use your focus time. Stick with your sessions, and your pup reflects your steady progress, turning your focus streaks into a gentle, visual reminder of how far you have come. Why PupFocus? • Minimal, clean Pomodoro timer No clutter, no complex settings, no endless options to tweak. Open the app, tap start, and focus. PupFocus quietly handles the timing so you can stay in flow. • Puppy-powered motivation, not pressure Instead of harsh alarms and stressful countdowns, your pup offers calm encouragement. Sessions feel like a small promise to your puppy, making it easier to come back and try again. • Works for any type of focused work Use PupFocus to prepare for exams, review notes, write essays, code features, read books, plan your week, learn a language, or clear your inbox in focused bursts. • Built to help you improve over time Regular sessions train your brain to start faster, resist distractions, and stay with a task a little longer each day. Over time, you get more done in less time, with less mental effort. • Calm, gentle design Soft visuals and a straightforward layout keep your screen quiet. No flashing elements, no noisy animations, just a peaceful space to focus. • Designed for real life Whether you have five minutes between meetings or an entire evening to study, you can start a session that fits your schedule instead of forcing your day around a timer. No pressure. No perfection. Just focused time, broken into pieces you can actually handle. Perfect For • Students who want more effective, less stressful study sessions and easier exam prep • Professionals who need distraction-free deep work blocks without constant notifications • Creatives who want enough structure to start, without losing their sense of flow • Anyone building better focus habits a few minutes at a time • Anyone who simply works better with a quiet, supportive puppy nearby Download PupFocus and turn your focus time into something you actually look forward to, one calm session at a time.

About

FocusTimer

Features
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FocusTimerPomo — Pomodoro & Flow Stay focused, work smarter, and build deep work habits with FocusTimerPomo — the Pomodoro timer designed for real productivity. Why FocusTimerPomo? Most timers just count down. FocusTimerPomo tracks your work, shows you patterns, and helps you understand where your time actually goes. Free Features: • Pomodoro timer with customizable work and break intervals • Basic session tracking • Apple Watch companion app • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Standard timer style FocusTimerPomo Pro: • Galaxy Mode — immersive star field timer with device tilt • Physics Sandbox — satisfying physics-based timer experience • Flip & Minimal timer styles • Full analytics and session reports • Contribution heatmap — visualize your focus streaks • Streak tracking to keep your momentum going • Live Activities — timer on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island • iCloud sync across all your devices • Custom tasks to organize your focus sessions • CSV export for your session data • Calendar auto-pause — pauses when you have a meeting • Custom app icons • Blobs home screen widget Try Pro free for 7 days, then choose monthly or annual — cancel anytime. Subscription Information FocusTimerPomo Pro Monthly • Price: $2.99 per month • Duration: 1 month • Auto-renewal: Monthly unless cancelled • Features: Full access to all FocusTimerPomo Pro features FocusTimerPomo Pro Annual • Price: $19.99 per year • Duration: 365 days • Free Trial: 7 days • Auto-renewal: Yearly unless cancelled • Features: All Pro features at significant savings Subscription Terms • Title: FocusTimerPomo Pro • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://digvijaypundir33.github.io/focustimerpomo-legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://digvijaypundir33.github.io/focustimerpomo-legal/terms By using this app, you also agree to Apple's Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PupFocus4 screens
FocusTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PupFocus at none against FocusTimer's 2. FocusTimer's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. FocusTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PupFocus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
PupFocus versus FocusTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPupFocusFocusTimer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size144 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKim Long LeDigvijay Pundir

In-app purchases

None

PupFocus

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

FocusTimer

Subscriptions2
  • FocusTimerPomo Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • FocusTimerPomo Pro Annual7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is PupFocus free?
PupFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FocusTimer free?
FocusTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PupFocus or FocusTimer have ads?
Neither PupFocus nor FocusTimer shows ads.

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