Comparison

Focus Grove vs Pomo

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

Head to head
About

Focus Grove

Features
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Struggling to stay focused without turning your phone into another distraction? Focus Grove is a calm, offline-first focus timer and Pomodoro-style study timer that turns your work sessions into a growing desk grove β€” unlocking one new item with every completed session. Most productivity apps feel noisy, demand accounts and subscriptions, or collect more data than you’re comfortable sharing. If you just want a simple, reliable focus app that rewards consistency, tracks your streaks, and respects your privacy, the existing options can feel bloated or intrusive. Features β€’ Flexible focus timers – Use 15, 25, 50, or 90-minute presets for study sessions, revision sprints, or deep work blocks. β€’ XP-based progression – Earn XP for every completed session and unlock 24 unique desk items, from plants to stationery and decor, plus multiple visual themes. β€’ Motivating stats – Track streaks, total focus time, weekly charts, and a yearly heatmap designed to support long-term habit building. β€’ Widgets and reliable notifications – Start a productivity session from your Home Screen and receive consistent session-end alerts, even when the app runs in the background. Focus Grove uses light, satisfying gamification that supports your focus instead of overwhelming it. Every successful session unlocks exactly one new item or theme with a small confetti moment, gradually transforming your desk into a visual record of your deep work. There are no leaderboards, no complicated currencies, and no pressure β€” just a distraction-free environment that gently encourages you to return, build momentum, and watch your workspace evolve over time. All your data β€” sessions, XP, unlocks, streaks, and stats β€” stays entirely on your device. There are no accounts, no cloud sync, and no third-party tracking. Focus Grove works the same in airplane mode as it does online, making it ideal for students, remote workers, and anyone who values privacy-first productivity tools. Focus Grove is free to start with core timers, XP progression, and statistics. Upgrade once to Focus Grove Pro to unlock: β€’ Custom timers beyond 120 minutes for extended deep work β€’ Ambient sounds to support concentration without switching apps β€’ Additional themes and widgets for personalization β€’ An ad-free experience for uninterrupted focus The Pro upgrade is a one-time purchase β€” no subscriptions β€” built for people who want a long-term focus companion without ongoing fees. Whether you’re preparing for exams, building a side project, or strengthening a daily focus habit, Focus Grove gives you a calm space to show up, concentrate, and see your progress grow. Start a session today and watch your desk grove come to life, one focused block at a time.

About

Pomo

Features
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Reclaim your attention, structure your day, and actively see your productivity grow. Pomodo isn’t just another timer app, it is your comprehensive, all-in-one productivity ecosystem. By blending the scientifically proven Pomodoro technique with robust task management and visual time-blocking, Pomodo helps you eliminate digital distractions and hit your daily goals. Whether you are a developer needing deep work, a student facing executive dysfunction, or a professional juggling a dozen projects, Pomodo is designed to keep you in the flow state. EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Focus Grove4 screens
Pomo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pomo at none against Focus Grove's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus Grove sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pomo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 4 level
Focus Grove versus Pomo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus GrovePomo
PriceFreeFree
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.618.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size59 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSwaminathan LSamu Juhani Kaarlela

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Focus Grove

One-time1
  • Focus Grove Pro$1.99
3 purchases

Pomo

Subscriptions2
  • Pomodo Premium$8.991 Month
  • Pomodo Premium Yearly$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pomodo Premium$129.99

Questions

Is Focus Grove free?
Focus Grove is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomo free?
Pomo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Focus Grove or Pomo have ads?
Focus Grove shows ads; Pomo does not.

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