Comparison

Pomodoro Timer vs Focus Jungle

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Timer

This app helps you focus and build productivity habits through synchronized deep work sessions, a Pomodoro timer, and habit tracking. Earn experience points and level up as you complete tasks and maintain your daily routines.

Highlights
  • Synchronized global focus sessions
  • Multiple focus timer modes (15, 25, 50 min)
  • Habit tracking and daily routines
  • Smart task system (Single, Routines, Epic Goals)
  • XP, leveling, and progress tracking
  • Coffee energy system for session management
  • Focus analytics and progress heatmap
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Grindoro is a Pomodoro focus timer, habit tracker, and task planner built around synchronized deep work. Start focus sessions alongside people around the world, stay consistent with daily routines, and turn every completed session into visible progress. ► NEW USER ACCESS New users start with a free trial of Grindoro Pro, which is required to begin using the app and provides access to all features during the trial period. The trial automatically renews as a paid subscription unless canceled before the end of the trial. If the subscription is canceled or expires, users can continue using Grindoro with limited free features. ► SYNCHRONIZED FOCUS Join global focus sessions that start at the top of the hour or at the 30-minute mark. Feel the momentum of working alongside others while staying focused on your own goals. ► POMODORO & DEEP WORK TIMER Choose the focus rhythm that matches your energy: • Light Roast — 15-minute focus • Medium Roast — 25-minute Pomodoro • Dark Roast — 50-minute deep work Light Roast and Medium Roast remain available in the free version. Dark Roast requires Grindoro Pro or can be unlocked through in-app progression. ► HABIT TRACKER & ROUTINES Build daily consistency with Routine tasks. Track repeated actions, maintain your focus streak, and make progress visible over time. ► SMART TASK SYSTEM Use Single Tasks for quick wins, Routines for habits, and Epic Goals for larger projects. Single Tasks and Routines are available in the free version. Epic Goals require Grindoro Pro or can be unlocked through in-app progression. ► XP, LEVELS & PROGRESS Earn XP from focus sessions and completed tasks. Level up to unlock new modes, task types, rewards, and productivity features. ► COFFEE ENERGY SYSTEM Use your daily coffee balance to start focus sessions. The free version includes a limited daily coffee balance. Grindoro Pro provides an expanded coffee balance and permanent access to the Grind Machine. ► FOCUS ANALYTICS Track your focus time, completed sessions, consistency, and recent progress. The free version includes limited analytics and progress history. Extended history and additional progress insights require Grindoro Pro. ► GRINDORO PRO An active Grindoro Pro subscription includes: • Immediate access to all focus modes • Immediate access to all task types • An expanded daily coffee balance • Permanent access to the Grind Machine • Additional task capacity • Extended progress history and analytics Some features included with Grindoro Pro can also be unlocked gradually through free in-app progression. ► FREE VERSION After the trial or subscription ends, users can continue using Grindoro with: • Light Roast and Medium Roast focus modes • Single Tasks and Routines • A limited daily coffee balance • XP and level progression • Limited focus statistics and progress history Grindoro helps you stop drifting, start focusing, and build a daily productivity habit — one session at a time. Privacy Policy: https://grindoro.web.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Focus Jungle

Features
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The Best Study Tracking App. Focus Jungle turns study into a game you actually want to come back to. Run a timer, log your hours, challenge friends, join a guild and build a streak that moves you up the leaderboard. For solo deep work, last-minute exam revision or a study grind with friends, Focus Jungle gives every focused minute a reason to count. FOCUS YOUR WAY • Use quick 15, 30, 45 and 60-minute sessions, or switch to Stopwatch Mode for longer deep-work sessions. • Add focus sounds, choose a study tag and make each session fit the task in front of you. MAKE STUDY SOCIAL • Challenge friends in Focus Battles and see who can stay consistent. • Join Plant Together sessions, or join a guild to contribute hours and chase the next rank as a team. CLIMB THE LEADERBOARDS • Compare your focus time with friends, your guild and the global community. • Show up consistently, move up the rankings and make your study hours count. SEE THE WORK ADD UP • Track total focus time, time by tag, daily consistency, peak study times and long-term progress. • Earn XP, coins, ranks and rare plant rewards as you complete sessions and protect your streak. Focus Jungle is for students who are tired of studying alone and want a timer with accountability, competition and momentum. Start your next session. Make it count.

Screenshots

Pomodoro Timer4 screens
Focus Jungle3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Focus Jungle at none against Pomodoro Timer's 5. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pomodoro Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Focus Jungle asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, Focus Jungle weekly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pomodoro Timer versus Focus Jungle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro TimerFocus Jungle
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB234 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperIlya ShkurkoJared Hall

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Pomodoro Timer

Subscriptions5
  • Grindoro Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Grindoro Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Grindoro Pro Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Grindoro Pro Annual7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Grindoro Pro Annual3 Days trial$44.991 Year
None

Focus Jungle

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomodoro Timer free?
Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Jungle free?
Focus Jungle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomodoro Timer or Focus Jungle have ads?
Both Pomodoro Timer and Focus Jungle show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Timer or Focus Jungle?
Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Focus Jungle weekly. Most recently, Pomodoro Timer was updated on October 21, 2026 and Focus Jungle on October 21, 2026.

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