Seidō vs Basil
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Seidō
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Productivity isn’t about doing more—it’s about being present in what you do. Meet Seidō, a beautifully crafted interval timer designed to help you balance deep work with intentional rest. Inspired by the Japanese concept of "Sei-Dō" (Stillness and Motion), this app provides a distraction-free sanctuary for your most important tasks. Whether you are tackling a complex coding project, studying for finals, or finding your creative flow, Seidō adapts to your rhythm. Why choose Seidō? - Pure Minimalist Design: An interface that stays out of your way. No clutter, no noise. Just you and your goals. - Session-Based Focus: Group your focus and break intervals into cohesive sessions. Perfect for ADHD minds or anyone looking for a structured flow. - Custom Intentions: Define what you are working on before you start. Intentionality is the first step toward mastery. - Privacy First: Your data is yours. Seidō works 100% offline with a local database. No accounts, no cloud, no invasive tracking. - Insightful History: Track your daily progress at a glance. Understand how much time you truly dedicate to Work, Study, Wellbeing and more. Features at a Glance: - Quick-start categories (Work, Study, Creative, Wellness, and more). - Adjustable intervals on the fly. - "Hold to Finish" mechanics to avoid accidental session stops. Step away from the chaos. Master your rhythm. Find your flow with Seidō.
Basil
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A flexible Pomodoro focus timer with task management, streak tracking, and custom presets. Build better study habits and boost productivity with timed focus sessions that adapt to your workflow. WHO IS BASIL FOR? Basil is built for students, professionals, freelancers, and anyone who wants to take control of their time and focus. Whether you're studying for exams, managing deep work sessions, tracking tasks, or building better time management habits — Basil gives you the structure and flexibility to stay productive. FEATURES • Task Management & Progress Tracking Create tasks and track your progress session by session. Set how many Pomodoros each task needs, organize by status (All, In Progress, Completed), and see exactly how much focused time you've invested. Perfect for managing study projects, work assignments, or personal goals. • Flexible Pomodoro Focus Timer Customize every aspect of your focus sessions. Set work duration, break length, and session count to match your needs — whether that's classic 25/5 Pomodoros for studying, 50/10 for deep work, or quick 15-minute task sprints. Work the way you work best. • Custom Timer Presets Create and save fully customizable timer configurations for different scenarios. Study mode, deep work sessions, quick tasks — switch between your presets in a single tap and adapt throughout your day. • Achievements & Productivity Badges Unlock badges as you hit focus milestones, build study streaks, and grow your productivity habits over time. Every achievement reflects real progress and helps you stay motivated. • Session Statistics & Streak Tracking Track your consistency with detailed session history and streak monitoring. See how your focus habit develops week by week, review time invested per task, and watch your productivity grow. • Task Organization & Filtering Keep your workflow clean with smart filtering. View All tasks, focus on In Progress work, or celebrate your Completed achievements. Quickly see which task is active and how close you are to finishing. • Learn the Pomodoro Technique New to time blocking and focused work sessions? Tap "Why Pomodoro?" for a friendly, guided walkthrough on how and why this proven productivity method works — explained by Basil's mascot. PERFECT FOR: • Students managing study sessions, exam prep, and coursework • Professionals tracking deep work blocks and time management • Freelancers balancing multiple projects with task-based focus • Anyone building concentration habits and fighting distractions • Task-oriented workflows requiring time tracking and accountability WHY POMODORO + TASKS? The Pomodoro Technique is one of the most trusted productivity methods worldwide — but it works even better when paired with clear task goals. Basil combines timed focus sessions with task management, giving you both structure and purpose. Each Pomodoro brings you closer to completing real work, not just running a timer. CONTACT & SUPPORT Have questions, feedback, or encountered an issue? We'd love to hear from you. → support@wolkk.io
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Seidō at none against Basil's 1. Seidō also leads on device support (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Basil sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Seidō asks for nothing beyond the download.
Seidō ships an update every 2 months, Basil every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Seidō | Basil |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | David Fernandez Ramos | WOLKK PTE. LTD. |
In-app purchases
Seidō
No in-app purchases
Basil
- Basil Full Version$3.99






