Pomodoro Timer vs FocusMind
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Pomodoro Timer
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Pomodoro Timer - Block & Focus that actually respects your focus and your wallet. This app is a beautiful, distraction-free Pomodoro timer with powerful app blocking built in. One-time purchase. No subscription. Ever. *** WHY FOCUSTIME *** Most focus timer apps charge $3/month for features that should cost once. Pomodoro Timer gives you everything app blocking, session stats, streaks, smart controls for a single one-time price. *** FEATURES *** POMODORO TIMER Work and break intervals fully customisable. Short breaks, long breaks, auto-start β your Pomodoro, your rules. LOCKDOWN MODE Block distracting apps the moment your session starts. Uses Apple's Screen Time framework. Unlocks with a one-time purchase β no recurring fee. SESSION HISTORY & STREAKS Track your daily focus time, weekly chart, and streak. See exactly how productive your week was. SMART SESSION CONTROLS Running long? Extend your session. Need to wrap up? Reduce it. +5m, +10m, -5m, -10m β right on the timer screen. OVERFLOW MODE When time's up, FocusTime quietly counts up instead of jarring you with an alarm. Finish naturally, end when you're ready. WARM, EARTHY DESIGN Terracotta. Sage. Warm linen. A focus timer that's actually calm to look at. *** PERFECT FOR *** β’ Pomodoro Technique fans β’ Deep work and flow state sessions β’ ADHD-friendly focus with visual timers β’ Students, writers, developers, freelancers β’ Anyone tired of paying monthly for a timer *** NO SUBSCRIPTION. EVER. *** Buy once. Use forever. No paywalls mid-session. No "premium" features drip-fed behind a recurring fee. FocusTime is priced the way apps used to be fairly. Download Pomodoro Timer - Block & Focus and take back your focus.
FocusMind
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FocusMind is a focus timer built to help you start tasks, stay on track, and finish with less friction. Designed with ADHD-friendly structure in mind, it combines Pomodoro sessions, distraction control, reminders, and progress tracking to make deep work feel more manageable. Whether you are studying, working, planning, or trying to build better routines, FocusMind gives you practical tools to protect your attention and keep momentum going. Features β’ Customizable focus sessions and breaks Set session lengths that match your energy, workload, and routine. β’ ADHD-friendly Pomodoro flow Use simple, structured timers to break overwhelming tasks into clear, manageable sessions. β’ App blocking during sessions Reduce distractions by blocking selected apps while you focus. β’ Ambient focus sounds Create a calmer work environment with background audio designed to support concentration. β’ Categories for different kinds of work Organize your focus time by task type, project, or priority. β’ Progress tracking and detailed stats See how much time you focused, build streaks, and understand your habits over time. β’ Smart reminders and alerts Stay consistent with reminders that help you come back to what matters. β’ Friends and accountability features Stay motivated with social features designed to support consistency and shared progress. Who itβs for FocusMind is ideal for students, professionals, creatives, and anyone who wants a more intentional way to manage attention. It is especially helpful for people who benefit from external structure, reduced distractions, and clear momentum. Use FocusMind to β’ Start difficult tasks faster β’ Stay off distracting apps β’ Build a daily focus habit β’ Track progress over time β’ Create more consistent work and study routines FocusMind helps you protect your attention and make meaningful progress, one session at a time. If you want, I can also make this into: - a more conversion-focused App Store description - a shorter, cleaner Apple-style version - a version tailored specifically for ADHD users βΊ a shorter, cleaner Apple-style version max 3000 chars β’ FocusMind helps you start tasks, stay focused, and build better routines with less friction. Designed for people who benefit from structure, FocusMind combines flexible focus timers, distraction control, reminders, and progress tracking in one simple experience. Whether you are studying, working, or trying to stay consistent day to day, it gives you practical tools to protect your attention and keep moving. Features β’ Flexible focus timers Customize session and break lengths to match your routine. β’ Simple Pomodoro workflow Break large tasks into manageable focus sessions. β’ App blocking Reduce distractions by blocking selected apps while you focus. β’ Ambient sounds Create a calmer environment with audio designed for concentration. β’ Custom categories Organize your sessions by task, project, or area of focus. β’ Stats and streaks Track your progress, build momentum, and understand your habits over time. β’ Reminders and alerts Stay consistent with helpful prompts throughout the day. β’ Friends and accountability Stay motivated with shared progress and social support. FocusMind is built for students, professionals, creatives, and anyone looking for a clearer, more intentional way to focus. Make progress one session at a time. Privacy Policy: https://focusmind-il591e6lj-andrejs-projects-74380404.vercel.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://focusmind-il591e6lj-andrejs-projects-74380404.vercel.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FocusMind at 15.1 against Pomodoro Timer's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Pomodoro Timer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FocusMind sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Pomodoro Timer | FocusMind |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 96 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Janarthanan V | Andrej Sazdovski |
In-app purchases
Pomodoro Timer
- Lockdown$2.99
- Lockdown for Family$3.99
FocusMind
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Premium Monthly1 Month trial$3.991 Month
- Premium Annually$14.991 Year









