Comparison

TimeBox vs Pomiro

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

Head to head
About

TimeBox

Features
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Stop juggling endless tasks. Start mastering your day. TimeBox is a minimalist time management app designed for people who want to work with intention, not just stay busy. Built around the proven time-blocking method, TimeBox helps you plan your perfect day in minutes. WHY TIMEBOX? Most productivity apps encourage you to pile on more tasks. TimeBox does the opposite. With a strict limit of 3 top priority tasks per day, you're forced to choose what truly matters. The result? Less stress, more focus, better results. CORE FEATURES • Time-Blocking Made Simple - Schedule your day in focused blocks of time • 3-Task Daily Limit - Ruthlessly prioritize what actually needs to get done • Brain Dump - Capture all your ideas without cluttering your daily plan • Smart Notifications - Stay on track with gentle reminders for your time blocks • Progress Tracking - See your completion rate and build momentum • Daily Archive - Review past plans and celebrate your progress • Beautiful Design - Clean, calming interface that respects your attention PERFECT FOR Professionals overwhelmed by endless to-do lists Students managing multiple projects and deadlines Entrepreneurs who need to focus on high-impact work Anyone who wants to feel more in control of their time People seeking work-life balance through intentional planning THE TIMEBOX PHILOSOPHY We believe that true productivity isn't about doing more, it's about doing what matters. By limiting your daily priorities to just three tasks, TimeBox helps you: Make better decisions about how to spend your time Reduce anxiety from overwhelming task lists Build the habit of intentional planning Achieve meaningful progress every single day

About

Pomiro

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Pomiro is a professional Pomodoro timer built for people who take their productivity seriously. Track deep work sessions, build focus streaks, and analyze your performance with detailed heatmaps and analytics — across iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac. WHY POMIRO Most timer apps count down and stop. Pomiro gives you the full picture — streaks, heatmaps, category breakdowns, ambient soundscapes, and real analytics that show exactly how productive you are. Built for professionals, students, and creators who commit to deep work. POMODORO TIMER • Customizable focus, short break, and long break durations • Auto-start breaks and focus sessions • Live Activity with Dynamic Island countdown • Lock screen timer so you always know where you stand • 13 ambient sounds: Rain, Ocean, Forest, Fireplace, Lo-fi, and more • Beautiful gradient backgrounds to set the mood ADVANCED ANALYTICS • Daily, weekly, and monthly focus statistics • Visual heatmap — week, month, 3 months, or full year view • Streak tracking with daily and weekly goals • Category-based time breakdown • Monthly progress summary with active days and averages FOCUS CATEGORIES • Create categories like Work, Study, Coding, Reading • Custom emoji icons and colors • Per-category analytics and time tracking WIDGETS & LOCK SCREEN • Home screen widgets showing daily progress and weekly charts • Lock screen widgets for quick stats at a glance • Live Activity and Dynamic Island countdown APPLE WATCH • Start, pause, and track focus sessions from your wrist • Real-time sync with iPhone • Works independently when your phone isn't nearby MAC APP • Menu bar timer — always visible while you work • Keyboard shortcuts for quick control • Full statistics and category management • Handoff — seamlessly continue timers between devices SIRI SHORTCUTS • "Start a focus session" — hands-free timer control • "How much did I focus today?" — instant stats check WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH PRO • Unlimited focus categories (free: 2 categories) • Custom timer durations (5–120 min) • All 13 ambient sounds and gradient backgrounds • Advanced statistics and complete history • Detailed heatmap with all time ranges • iCloud sync across all devices • All widget sizes and styles • Auto-start breaks and focus sessions Join thousands of focused professionals who track every session with Pomiro. Privacy Policy: https://ozanemreduran.pages.dev/pomiro/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://ozanemreduran.pages.dev/pomiro/terms.html Contact: https://ozanemreduran.pages.dev/pomiro/contact.html

Screenshots

TimeBox4 screens
Pomiro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TimeBox at Free against Pomiro's $4.99. Pomiro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support 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

TimeBox is free to download; Pomiro costs $4.99 up front. TimeBox sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Pomiro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
TimeBox versus Pomiro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeBoxPomiro
PriceFree — better$4.99
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam MarkockiOzan Emre Duran

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TimeBox

One-time3
  • Espresso Shot$2.99
  • Fuel the Code$4.99
  • Java Top-Up$12.99
None

Pomiro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TimeBox free?
TimeBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomiro free?
Pomiro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TimeBox or Pomiro have ads?
Neither TimeBox nor Pomiro shows ads.

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