# Focus Keeper vs Focus Tomato

The clearest difference is update cadence: Focus Keeper at every 4 days against Focus Tomato's monthly. Focus Keeper also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 1.7K). Focus Tomato's advantage is review sentiment (93% vs 76%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Keeper sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Tomato sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Focus Keeper against 4.9 for Focus Tomato. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Keeper has 32K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Focus Keeper's written reviews are positive against 93% of Focus Tomato's.

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, Focus Tomato monthly. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Keeper | Focus Tomato |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tomato-lets-focus-now/id1471458198/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | **93.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 866 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [PIXO Incorporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/541568418) | [CHIH-SHAN LIU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470906398) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Keeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917)

This app helps boost productivity and combat procrastination using the Pomodoro technique. It breaks down tasks into timed work intervals and breaks, ideal for students, professionals, or those managing ADHD. Features include a study tracker and customizable settings for efficient time management.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro technique timer, Customizable session and break lengths, Study and exam timer, ADHD-friendly structured intervals, Productivity time tracker, Simple and intuitive interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $12.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year Standard | $49.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year Standard | $49.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro | $99.99 | one-time |
| Focus Keeper Pro | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective for staying focused
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🕰️ Helpful for managing time and productivity
- 🔔 Useful break reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔇 Lack of ability to mute/adjust sound
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Subscription model for full features
- 🔍 Limited task management functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Timer randomly stops counting down
- White noise that can't be turned off
- Inconsistent behavior when switching apps

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch support
- Ability to label/categorize tasks
- Sync with calendar/to-do apps
- More sound/music options
- Customizable break durations


### Focus Tomato

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tomato-lets-focus-now/id1471458198)

This app helps you stay focused and productive using a modified Pomodoro technique. It guides you through focused work intervals and short breaks, with features to prevent distractions and allow flexibility in your work sessions.

**Highlights:** Goal setting and breaking down tasks, 25-minute focus intervals, 5-minute rest periods, Extended breaks after 4 cycles, Flexible timer duration, Do Not Disturb mode, Integrates with other productivity tools

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tomato King | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and lovely design
- 🙏 Motivational messages
- 🙌 Customizable focus and break times
- 🎨 Vintage-style illustrations
- 🔊 Variety of ambient sounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs with sound effects and notifications
- 🔍 Lack of advanced features like tags or categories
- 📱 No iPad or Apple Watch support

**Reported bugs**

- Upgrade didn't work as expected
- Timer stops when switching to other apps

**Requested features**

- Add a dark mode option
- Implement a widget for quick access
- Introduce a leaderboard or progress tracking
- Allow syncing across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Keeper free?

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

### Is Focus Tomato free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Keeper or Focus Tomato?

Focus Tomato is rated higher. Focus Keeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Focus Tomato averages 4.9 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Focus Keeper or Focus Tomato have ads?

Neither Focus Keeper nor Focus Tomato shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Keeper or Focus Tomato?

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, and Focus Tomato monthly. Most recently, Focus Keeper was updated on November 11, 2026 and Focus Tomato on November 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*