Pomodoro.FM vs HabitBase
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Pomodoro.FM
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Pomodoro.FM is a beautifully simple focus timer built for deep work. Set your focus and break lengths, start a session, and stay in flow with a calm interface, built-in lofi and nature audio, and gentle timer alerts. Whether you're studying, writing, reading, or planning your day, Pomodoro.FM helps you build a steady rhythm without clutter. Switch themes to match your mood, choose the alarm sound you want to hear when a session ends, and keep your timer visible with Live Activity and widgets. Features: Custom focus and break timers Built-in lofi and nature audio Alarm sound selection and notifications Lock Screen Live Activity and widgets Beautiful themes for different moods Session counter to keep momentum Simple, distraction-free design
HabitBase
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HabitBase is a habit tracker built around how habits actually form. Instead of a plain checklist, HabitBase treats each habit as something that grows over time. You move through levels, Struggling, Consistency, Momentum, Habit, the Mastery levels, and finally Flow, so you can see real progress rather than just ticking a box. New habits don't start under pressure. Every habit begins in a short stabilising phase: you practise a smaller, easier version first, with room to miss a few days while it settles. Once it feels steady, the habit progresses and full habit begins. If you slip later on, a habit can return to stabilising to help you rebuild without losing everything you've earned. Whether you're building a morning routine, training, reading more, drinking more water, or practising mindfulness, HabitBase helps you watch your habits develop at a sustainable pace. What you can do with HabitBase: โข Create habits with daily, weekly, or fully custom schedules โข Ease into new habits with a low-pressure stabilising phase โข Progress through levels, milestones, and long-term growth โข Set smart reminders with flexible repeat options โข Review detailed stats and insights for each habit โข Use HabitTap NFC check-ins to complete a habit with a physical tap HabitBase stays simple day to day, with enough depth to keep you engaged for the long run. Free includes: โข Up to 3 active habits โข Core habit tracking HabitBase Pro unlocks: โข Unlimited habits โข HabitTap NFC check-ins โข Full stats and Overview screen Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pomodoro.FM at none against HabitBase's 3. HabitBase's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 7 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. HabitBase sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pomodoro.FM asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pomodoro.FM ships an update every 7 months, HabitBase every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pomodoro.FM | HabitBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 8 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | 16.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | nicholas robinson | Chetan Rajesh |
In-app purchases
Pomodoro.FM
No in-app purchases
HabitBase
- HabitBase Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- HabitBase Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- HabitBase Pro (Lifetime)$49.99









