# Pomodoro Timer vs Focus Timer

The clearest difference is ads: Focus Timer at none against Pomodoro Timer's shown. Pomodoro Timer's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pomodoro Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Focus Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 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 Pomodoro Timer against 5.0 for Focus Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pomodoro Timer has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, Focus Timer every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pomodoro Timer | Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-grindoro-focus/id6761317505/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-plus-study/id6813980943/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 91 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ilya Shkurko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888848174) | [Andreas Duca](https://appshunter.io/developer/6793451225) |

## What reviewers say

### Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomodoro-timer-grindoro-focus/id6761317505)

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grindoro Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| Grindoro Pro Annual | $44.99 | per year |


### Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-plus-study/id6813980943)

This app helps you overcome procrastination by breaking down tasks into focused work intervals using the Pomodoro technique. Track your progress with detailed timelines, streaks, and daily goals to understand how you spend your time and improve productivity.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro timer with customizable focus and break lengths, Task-specific timers, Study time tracking and analytics, Session timeline visualization, Daily goal setting and progress tracking, Streak and heatmap for motivation, App blocking for distraction-free sessions

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Timer Pro – Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly – 50% Off | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly – 25% Off | $59.99 | per year |
| Focus Timer Pro – Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime – 50% Off | $114.99 | one-time |
| Focus Timer Pro – Lifetime | $229.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pomodoro Timer free?

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

### Is Focus Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pomodoro Timer or Focus Timer?

Pomodoro Timer and Focus Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 18 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Pomodoro Timer or Focus Timer have ads?

Pomodoro Timer shows ads; Focus Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pomodoro Timer or Focus Timer?

Pomodoro Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Focus Timer every 6 days. Most recently, Pomodoro Timer was updated on October 31, 2026 and Focus Timer on October 31, 2026.

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