# JustPause vs Shrimpodoro

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shrimpodoro at every 2 days against JustPause's every 11 days. Shrimpodoro also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. JustPause sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Shrimpodoro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for JustPause against 5.0 for Shrimpodoro. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

JustPause ships an update every 11 days, Shrimpodoro every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | JustPause | Shrimpodoro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justpause-app-blocker/id6759928816/reviews) | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shrimpodoro-pomodoro-timer/id6816855528/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 65 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ermek Tanikulov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1881692315) | [千皓 罗](https://appshunter.io/developer/1859545505) |

## What reviewers say

### JustPause

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justpause-app-blocker/id6759928816)

This app helps you manage distracting applications by requiring a short breathing or exercise session to unlock them for a limited time. It tracks your usage and allows controlled removal of restricted apps.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Unlock via breathing exercises, Unlock via physical exercises, Timed access sessions, Smart usage timer, Usage tracking, Controlled app removal

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| JustPause Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| JustPause Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| JustPause Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| JustPause Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### Shrimpodoro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shrimpodoro-pomodoro-timer/id6816855528)

This productivity app uses a unique approach to focus by requiring users to complete squats to unlock subsequent work intervals. It gamifies productivity with collectible tomatoes and landmark badges earned through focused work and physical activity.

**Highlights:** Squat-based Pomodoro timer, Front camera rep counting, Collectible tomatoes for focus, Landmark badges for squats, Home/Lock Screen widgets, Siri integration, Day, week, month, year stats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JustPause free?

JustPause is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shrimpodoro free?

Shrimpodoro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, JustPause or Shrimpodoro?

JustPause and Shrimpodoro are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do JustPause or Shrimpodoro have ads?

Neither JustPause nor Shrimpodoro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, JustPause or Shrimpodoro?

JustPause ships an update every 11 days, and Shrimpodoro every 2 days. Most recently, JustPause was updated on November 5, 2026 and Shrimpodoro on November 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*