Pomomento vs AetherFocus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pomomento
This app helps you build focus through customizable timed sessions. It offers multiple focus modes, including a unique momentum-building approach, and allows you to block distracting apps. Track your progress and earn rest as you concentrate.
- Momentum Mode for gradual focus increase
- Classic Pomodoro and Flowtime modes
- Customizable focus profiles
- Automatic rest tracking
- Distracting app blocking
- Lock Screen and Live Activities integration
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Pomomento helps you build focus, one session at a time. Most timer apps give you a countdown and call it a day. Pomomento is different. It's built around a simple idea: start small, build momentum, and let your focus grow naturally. MOMENTUM MODE. Pomomento's signature mode starts with a short session and gradually increases your focus duration as you build momentum. Instead of jumping straight into a 45-minute block, you start with 10 minutes, then 15, then 20. Each session builds on the last. It's how real focus works. THREE WAYS TO FOCUS. Choose the method that fits your workflow: - Momentum: Start small and build up incrementally - Classic Pomodoro: Traditional timed sessions with structured breaks - Flowtime: Open-ended focus with gentle reminders FOCUS PROFILES. Create custom profiles for different types of work. Set up "Deep Work" for long coding sessions, "Study" for exam prep, or "Reading" for lighter focus. Each profile saves your preferred mode, duration, and color. Switch between them in a tap. EARN REST AS YOU FOCUS. Pomomento tracks your rest automatically. The longer you focus, the more rest you earn. You never have to set a break timer. Just focus, and your rest balance grows in the background. Take a break whenever you're ready, and Pomomento shows you exactly how much you've banked. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS. See your total focus time, session count, and profile breakdown across days, weeks, months, or years. Find the balance between focus and rest that works for you. BLOCK DISTRACTING APPS. Turn on app blocking during a session to stay in the zone. No willpower required. Distracting apps are locked until your session ends. LIVE ACTIVITIES & LOCK SCREEN. Your timer stays visible on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island while you focus. Glance at your progress without opening the app. DESIGNED TO STAY OUT OF YOUR WAY. Pomomento is minimal by design. No clutter, no ads, no account required. It works offline, syncs across your devices with iCloud, and respects your privacy. Whether you're studying for exams, doing deep work, or just trying to stay focused, Pomomento gives you the tools without the noise. Terms of Use: https://pomomento.app/terms-of-use EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
AetherFocus
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AetherFocus is a beautiful, distraction-free Pomodoro timer designed to help you achieve deep focus. With glassmorphism aesthetics, ambient soundscapes, and Live Activity support for Dynamic Island, it transforms every work session into a mindful, productive experience. KEY FEATURES: • Pomodoro Timer — Customizable focus and break intervals • Dynamic Island & Live Activity — Monitor your session without unlocking your phone • Ambient Soundscapes — Rain, Café, Forest, Deep Space, Library & Fireplace • Lo-Fi Music Player — Built-in curated focus music • Mood Tracking — Log your energy and mood after each session • Focus Stats — Beautiful charts showing your productivity patterns • Session Categories — Work, Study, Creative, Exercise, Reading • Home Screen Widgets — Small and medium size options • Core Haptics — Subtle haptic feedback for session transitions All features are free. Start your deep focus journey today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AetherFocus at none against Pomomento's 6. Pomomento's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). 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
Both are free to download. Pomomento sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. AetherFocus asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pomomento ships an update every 5 days, AetherFocus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pomomento | AetherFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gil Hakemi | Sui Fai Law |
In-app purchases
Pomomento
- Pomomento Premium - Weekly2 variants$0.997 Days
- Pomomento Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Pomomento Premium - Annual14 Days trial$8.991 Year
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- Pomomento Premium - Annual7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Pomomento Premium - Lifetime$24.99
AetherFocus
No in-app purchases









