Comparison

ShellX vs Pomo

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

Head to head
About

ShellX

Features
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The missing link between your phone and your automation workflows. ShellX is a thin client that connects your mobile device directly to n8n, Make, Zapier, Home Assistant, or any webhook endpoint. Voice, text, photos, documents, barcodes, GPS — everything goes straight to YOUR infrastructure. We never see your data. HOW IT WORKS 1. Configure your webhook URL 2. Send input (voice, text, photo, scan) 3. Your automation processes it 4. See the response (text, voice, or image) That's it. ShellX doesn't process anything — your workflow does. USE CASES - Chat with your AI agent connected to your company data - Field workers submitting reports via voice - Inventory management with barcode scanning - Home automation voice control - Client-facing interface for your automation agency KEY FEATURES - Works with ANY webhook (n8n, Make, Zapier, ESP32, custom APIs) - Voice input transcribed and sent to your workflow - Responses can be text, audio, or images - Labels to switch between multiple workflows instantly - Quick Mode for one-off commands, Chat Mode for conversations - QR and barcode scanner built-in - Photo and document uploads - Push notifications when your workflow responds - GPS location sharing PRIVACY BY DESIGN Your data never touches our servers. ShellX connects directly to your endpoint. Conversation history stays on your device. No accounts required for personal use. All features included. No ads. No data mining.

About

Pomo

This app helps pairs stay focused by synchronizing Pomodoro timers and blocking distracting applications. It offers a shared accountability system to build better habits and complete tasks together.

Highlights
  • Collaborative Pomodoro sessions
  • App blocking with Screen Time
  • Custom motivational shields
  • Home screen widget
  • Live Activities on Dynamic Island/Lock Screen
  • Configurable timer durations
  • Partner presence indicators
Features
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PomoDuo is a collaborative Pomodoro focus timer designed for pairs who want to stay accountable together. Whether you're studying for exams, working on a project, or building better habits, PomoDuo helps you and a partner commit to focused work and hold each other to it. FOCUS TOGETHER Pair up with a friend using a simple code. Start synchronized focus sessions where both partners follow the same Pomodoro cycle. See when your partner is active and stay motivated knowing someone is working alongside you. BLOCK DISTRACTIONS Select the apps that pull you off task and PomoDuo will block them during focus sessions using Screen Time. A custom shield shows your partner's name and an encouraging message, reminding you why you started. Blocks are removed automatically when the session ends — even if you close the app. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS See your daily focus minutes, session count, and streaks at a glance with the home screen widget. Review your history to understand your patterns and build consistency over time. STAY IN THE ZONE Live Activities keep your timer visible on the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen so you always know how much time is left without opening the app. Local notifications let you know when it's time to take a break or get back to work. DESIGNED FOR YOU PomoDuo supports Dynamic Type, VoiceOver, and Reduce Motion throughout. Customize your focus duration, break length, and number of rounds to match your workflow. Choose light, dark, or system appearance. KEY FEATURES • Collaborative Pomodoro sessions with a paired partner • App blocking with Screen Time integration • Custom motivational shields during focus sessions • Home screen widget with daily stats and streaks • Live Activities on Dynamic Island and Lock Screen • Configurable focus, short break, and long break durations • Partner presence indicators and heartbeat monitoring • Solo timer mode for independent focus sessions • Sign in with Apple for secure, private authentication • Full accessibility support including VoiceOver and Dynamic Type PomoDuo is free with no ads and no subscriptions. Your data stays on your device and is synced securely through your Apple ID.

Screenshots

ShellX4 screens
Pomo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ShellX at 15.1 against Pomo's 26.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShellX ships an update every 3 days, Pomo every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ShellX versus Pomo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShellXPomo
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLaurens van Leer B.V.Ariel Tyson

In-app purchases

None

ShellX

No in-app purchases

None

Pomo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShellX free?
ShellX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pomo free?
Pomo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShellX or Pomo have ads?
Neither ShellX nor Pomo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShellX or Pomo?
ShellX ships an update every 3 days, and Pomo every 2 days. Most recently, ShellX was updated on October 8, 2026 and Pomo on October 3, 2026.

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