Pomodoro Aura vs Focus Buddy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Pomodoro Aura
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Focus deeper. Work smarter. Achieve more. Pomodoro Aura helps you stay focused, manage your time, and build productive habits using the proven Pomodoro Technique. Break your work into focused intervals, eliminate distractions, and maintain momentum throughout the day. Whether you're studying, working, or building new habits, Pomodoro Aura creates the perfect environment to stay productive. FEATURES - Smart Focus Timer Use structured focus sessions to maximize productivity and avoid burnout. - Customizable Workflows Set your own focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks. - Beautiful Aura Backgrounds Dynamic visual environments designed to improve concentration and reduce distractions. - Scheduled Breaks The app reminds you when it's time to rest, breathe, and recharge. - Distraction-Free Interface A minimal design that keeps you focused on what matters. - Flexible Settings Customize focus time, alarms, sounds, and visual themes. PERFECT FOR - Students - Remote workers - Developers - Creators - Anyone who wants better focus and productivity Start focusing better today.
Focus Buddy
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Focus Buddy is a simple, beautiful timer built around the science of ultradian rhythms: work in focused bursts, then rest, and repeat. Choose from proven presets like 52/17, 40/20, and 25/5, or unlock your own custom lengths with Focus Buddy Pro. FEATURES β’ Built-in focus/rest presets: 52/17, 40/20, 25/5 β’ Custom Timers (Pro) β’ Custom Themes (Pro) β’ Live Activities & Dynamic Island β’ Home Screen widget (Pro) β’ Daily streaks No accounts. No ads. No subscriptions. Just a simple, distraction-free timer to help you focus and recharge, in rhythm.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pomodoro Aura at none against Focus Buddy's 2. Pomodoro Aura also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). Focus Buddy's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Focus Buddy sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Pomodoro Aura asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Pomodoro Aura | Focus Buddy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Every 2 days |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Become Studio | Joseph Murillo |
In-app purchases
Pomodoro Aura
No in-app purchases
Focus Buddy
- Focus Buddy$1.99
- Focus Buddy, for Family$3.99









