Comparison

Pomodoro Timer vs Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study

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 Buddy Pomodoro Study

Features
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Make room for one focused session at a time. Focus Buddy brings a Pomodoro timer, daily tasks, habits, and a friendly buddy together to help you build a study or work routine. START WITH THE FREE TOOLS - Set focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks to fit your day. - Keep daily tasks in one place and check them off as you go. - Track up to three habits and see your progress. - Use optional local reminders and session alerts. - Try one Daily Coach plan each week: turn your goals into practical focus and break blocks. BUILD YOUR ROUTINE WITH PREMIUM - Generate more Daily Coach plans without the weekly free-plan limit. - Track unlimited habits across study, work, and everyday life. - Personalize habit icons with the full color palette. Your timer, tasks, and habits work without creating an account. Daily Coach uses an online AI service to generate plans; review its suggestions and adapt them to your day. PURCHASE INFORMATION Premium is optional. Weekly and yearly subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled before renewal in your App Store account settings. Prices and eligible introductory offers are shown before purchase. A lifetime purchase may also be offered separately as a one-time payment. Restore purchases with your Apple ID. Privacy: https://focusbuddy-app.pages.dev/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Pomodoro Timer4 screens
Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study at none against Pomodoro Timer's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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 and Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pomodoro Timer versus Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro TimerFocus Buddy Pomodoro Study
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIlya ShkurkoLingga Kusuma Sakti

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
3 purchases

Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$24.99

Questions

Is Pomodoro Timer free?
Pomodoro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study free?
Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Pomodoro Timer or Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study have ads?
Pomodoro Timer shows ads; Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study does not.
Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Timer or Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study?
Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pomodoro Timer was updated on October 21, 2026 and Focus Buddy Pomodoro Study on October 29, 2026.

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