Comparison

Pomodoro Pro Timer vs Pomodoro by Elsa

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

Head to head
About

Pomodoro Pro Timer

Features
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Ready to take control of your time? Pomodoro Pro Timer helps you stay focused and productive using the proven Pomodoro technique. Work in focused intervals, take refreshing breaks, and watch your productivity soar! HOW IT WORKS Set your focus time, hit start, and dive into deep work. When the timer ends, take a well-deserved break. After a few cycles, enjoy a longer break. It is that simple, and it really works! FREE FEATURES - Fully functional Pomodoro timer - Adjustable work duration (1 to 120 minutes) - Smart notifications when sessions end - Friendly reminders to stay on track - Beautiful glassmorphism design - 55+ languages supported - Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac PRO FEATURES (One-time purchase) - Light and Dark mode themes - Custom sounds for sessions and breaks - Ticking sound for deep focus - Apple Watch companion app - Siri voice commands and Shortcuts - Live Activities and Dynamic Island - Home Screen widgets - Full cycle customization (breaks, long breaks, rounds) PERFECT FOR - Students preparing for exams - Professionals managing their workday - Writers, artists, and creators - Anyone learning a new skill - Kids and teens building good study habits NO ADS, EVER We believe focus apps should be distraction-free. That is why there are no ads in Pomodoro Pro Timer, not even in the free version. DESIGNED WITH CARE Beautiful tomato-red glassmorphism design that looks stunning in both light and dark mode. Compact enough to keep on your desk as a Mac app, yet powerful enough for your daily workflow. Start your first Pomodoro today and discover how much you can achieve!

About

Pomodoro by Elsa

This app helps you focus on tasks and take restorative breaks with a customizable timer. It offers features to block distractions, build better routines, and track your progress. Syncs across devices and integrates with Apple Health.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus and break durations
  • Distraction blocking
  • Progress tracking and daily goals
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Cross-device sync
  • Apple Health integration
Features
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Make time for what matters. Pomodoro is a thoughtful focus timer built for steady work and restorative breaks. Choose a rhythm that fits your day, reduce distractions, and see the progress you are making—without creating an account. FOCUS YOUR WAY • Set custom focus, short-break, and long-break durations • Choose how many sessions come before a long break • Start, pause, reset, or auto-start the next session • Organize sessions with your own task tags • Keep time visible with Nightstand mode and Live Activities BUILD A BETTER ROUTINE • Review sessions, focus minutes, streaks, and active days • Set a daily goal and follow your progress • Get personalized Focus Coach insights from your session history • Add optional daily and session-completion reminders • Save completed sessions as Mindful Minutes in Apple Health MAKE SPACE TO CONCENTRATE • Block selected distracting apps during focus sessions • Choose ambient music and soundscapes for your workspace • Personalize color themes, fonts, and timer size FOCUS ACROSS YOUR DEVICES • Start and track sessions from Home Screen widgets • Use Siri and App Shortcuts for quick timer controls • Connect your focus mode with Focus Filters • Continue from the Apple Watch companion app • Keep preferences and history in sync through iCloud The core timer is free to use. Pomodoro Premium is an optional one-time purchase that unlocks the Focus Coach, advanced app blocking and reminders, and every theme, font, and focus sound. No subscription. Health, notification, and Screen Time access are optional and requested only when you use the related feature. Pomodoro is a productivity aid and does not provide medical advice or guarantee particular outcomes.

Screenshots

Pomodoro Pro Timer4 screens
Pomodoro by Elsa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pomodoro by Elsa at none against Pomodoro Pro Timer's 1. On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pomodoro Pro Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pomodoro by Elsa asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Pomodoro Pro Timer versus Pomodoro by Elsa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPomodoro Pro TimerPomodoro by Elsa
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB157 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin SchnabelElsa Lozano

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pomodoro Pro Timer

One-time1
  • Pomodoro Pro$2.99
None

Pomodoro by Elsa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pomodoro Pro Timer free?
Pomodoro Pro Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pomodoro by Elsa free?
Pomodoro by Elsa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pomodoro Pro Timer or Pomodoro by Elsa have ads?
Neither Pomodoro Pro Timer nor Pomodoro by Elsa shows ads.

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