Comparison

Cat Pomodor vs Qalbi

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

Head to head
About

Cat Pomodor

This app combines the Pomodoro Technique with a virtual cat companion to make study and focus sessions more engaging. Earn rewards like fish to adopt and customize cats, unlock new sounds, and enjoy ambient background sounds. Track your progress with detailed statistics.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro timer with custom presets
  • Virtual cat companion with rewards
  • Customizable cats with accessories
  • Ambient background sounds
  • Focus time statistics and tracking
  • No ads during focus sessions
Features
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【CatPomodor: a cozy Pomodoro timer with a cat by your side】 Planning to study but ending up scrolling for hours? Plain timers feel boring? CatPomodor pairs the classic Pomodoro Technique with a sleepy cat companion, so every focus session ends with a little reward. ● A Pomodoro timer that fits your day - Classic 25-minute focus sessions with short and long breaks - Three custom focus presets (1–120 minutes) and adjustable break lengths - A gentle meow notification when time is up, even if you've left the app ● A cat that keeps you company - Your cat naps while you focus. Tap it and it wakes up, meows back and sends you hearts - Earn fish for every completed session - Spend fish in the shop: adopt new cats, dress them up with hats, bows, glasses and a crown, and unlock new meow sounds ● Background sounds for deep focus - Cat purring, rain and café ambience, free and looping seamlessly - Keeps playing on the lock screen so you can put your phone down ● Stats that keep you going - Today's focus time, a 7-day chart and an activity calendar - Current and best streak, plus your full session history ● No ads, all stats free Nothing pops up while you focus. The timer, stats and background sounds are free. Fish packs are optional, only if you'd like to support development. ● Made for Students preparing for exams, remote workers, writers and creators, and anyone (including the ADHD community) who needs a little extra motivation to stay on task. Download CatPomodor and turn focus time into cat time.

About

Qalbi

Track your progress in reading and memorizing the Quran with this companion app. It features interactive visualizations, daily verses, and emotional guidance to deepen your connection with the Quran.

Highlights
  • Track surah progress (Read/Memorized)
  • Interactive heart visualization
  • Full Arabic text with English translation
  • Verse of the Day for reflection
  • Surah of the Day suggestions
  • Emotional guidance with relevant verses
  • Daily reading streak reminders
Features
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Qalbi — Fill your heart with the Qur'an Qalbi is a tracking companion that guides you through reading and memorizing the 114 surahs of the Qur'an. Watch your heart fill as you progress — a visual reminder of your spiritual journey. The Qur'an was revealed to be recited, understood, and carried in the heart. Qalbi isn't just another Qur'an app — it's a personal companion that turns every step of your journey into visible progress. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Mark each surah as Read or Memorized and watch your progress grow. Qalbi organizes all 114 surahs by Juz for easy navigation. Whether you're reading from Al-Fatiha to An-Nas or focusing on memorization, your progress is always saved. Keep your daily reading streak alive and build a habit that draws you closer to Allah every day. INTERACTIVE HEART VISUALIZATION At the center of Qalbi is an interactive heart. Each of the 114 surahs is represented by a segment. As you mark surahs as read or memorized, the heart fills through a smooth animation — a powerful metaphor for the Qur'an filling your heart. Tap a segment to update your progress instantly. READ AND UNDERSTAND Qalbi offers the full Arabic text of every surah in authentic Uthmani script, presented with clarity and beauty. An English translation is displayed side by side, so you can read and reflect on the meaning. The interface is clean — no pop-ups, no ads. Just you and the word of Allah. Essential short surahs are available offline. VERSE OF THE DAY Every day, Qalbi offers you a new ayah for reflection. These daily verses are chosen to inspire, comfort, and remind you of the beauty of the Qur'an. Begin your morning with a moment of meditation. SURAH OF THE DAY Not sure what to read today? Qalbi suggests a surah each day, inviting you to explore parts of the Qur'an you haven't visited recently. EMOTIONAL GUIDANCE Life can feel overwhelming. When you feel anger, sadness, loneliness, fatigue, or confusion, Qalbi offers verses that speak directly to your emotional state. Choose how you feel and receive ayahs that bring calm, perspective, and hope. The Qur'an has always been a source of healing. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS Qalbi features a beautiful dark interface, easy on the eyes and perfect for reading any time of day. The app is lightweight, fast, and completely ad-free. Every design choice has been made to keep your attention on what matters most — the Qur'an. Gentle daily reminders help you maintain your reading streak without being intrusive. WHO IS QALBI FOR? Qalbi is for anyone who wants to build a deeper relationship with the Qur'an. Whether you're a beginner, a student of memorization, or returning to the Qur'an after a break — Qalbi meets you where you are. No judgment, no pressure. Just a clear path and a heart ready to be filled. Begin with Bismillah. Fill your heart. Privacy: https://store727apps.lovable.app/privacy Terms: https://store727apps.lovable.app/terms https://developer.apple.com/documentation/appstoreconnectapi/end-user-license-agreements-eula

Screenshots

Cat Pomodor4 screens
Qalbi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Qalbi at every 3 weeks against Cat Pomodor's every 8 months. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Cat Pomodor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Qalbi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Cat Pomodor against 5.0 for Qalbi. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cat Pomodor ships an update every 8 months, Qalbi every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Cat Pomodor versus Qalbi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCat PomodorQalbi
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer藤萍 余Nurgul UALI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Cat Pomodor

One-time1
  • 100 Fish$1.99
2 purchases

Qalbi

Subscriptions2
  • Qalbi Weekly Plan$0.997 Days
  • Qalbi Monthly Plan$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Cat Pomodor free?
Cat Pomodor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Qalbi free?
Qalbi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cat Pomodor or Qalbi?
Cat Pomodor and Qalbi are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Cat Pomodor or Qalbi have ads?
Neither Cat Pomodor nor Qalbi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cat Pomodor or Qalbi?
Cat Pomodor ships an update every 8 months, and Qalbi every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cat Pomodor was updated on November 5, 2026 and Qalbi on October 31, 2026.

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