# Focus Keeper vs Pommie

The clearest difference is price: Focus Keeper at Free against Pommie's $3.99. Focus Keeper also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (32K vs 88). Pommie's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and review sentiment (78% vs 68%). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Focus Keeper is free to download; Pommie costs $3.99 up front. Focus Keeper sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Pommie asks for nothing beyond the download.

Focus Keeper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Keeper has 32K ratings behind it against 88, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of Focus Keeper's written reviews are positive against 78% of Pommie's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, Pommie monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Keeper | Pommie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917/reviews)** | [4.5 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pommie-pomodoro-timer/id933199616/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 88 |
| Positive reviews | 68.5% of reviews | **78.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 872 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIXO Incorporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/541568418) | [Geoff Hackworth](https://appshunter.io/developer/463855590) |

## 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 tasks into focused work intervals followed by breaks, ideal for students, professionals, and individuals managing ADHD. Track your progress and stay on task with customizable settings and an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro timer with customizable sessions, Study and exam timer functionality, ADHD-friendly structured technique, Productivity time tracker with charts, Simple and intuitive interface, Customizable break lengths

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| 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 | $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 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


### Pommie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pommie-pomodoro-timer/id933199616)

Enhance concentration and efficiency with a structured time management tool. It divides work into focused intervals followed by short breaks, with longer breaks after a set number of cycles. Customize durations, receive alerts, and control the timer from notifications or Siri.

**Highlights:** Distraction-free interface, Audio and visual alerts, Configurable work/break durations, Interactive notifications, Planner view, Timer profiles, Siri shortcuts, Home/Lock Screen widgets

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and clean interface
- ⌚️ Excellent Apple Watch integration
- 💰 One-time purchase, no subscriptions
- 🚫 No data gathering
- 🚀 Works independently on Apple Watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 iPad widget doesn't work
- 🐛 Sound not working for some users
- 🐛 Watch app crashes on launch for some
- 🐛 Inconsistent sync between devices
- 🐛 Auto-start of next session can be disruptive

**Reported bugs**

- iPad widget doesn't work
- Sound not working for some users
- Apple Watch app crashes on launch
- Inconsistent sync between devices
- Auto-start of next session can be disruptive

**Requested features**

- Sound persistence like a timer
- Real-time sync between watch and phone timers
- Support for dynamic island and live widgets
- Automatic iCloud sync for timers
- White noise/ticking sound option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Keeper free?

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

### Is Pommie free?

Pommie costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

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

Focus Keeper is rated higher. Focus Keeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Pommie averages 4.5 from 88 ratings.

### Do Focus Keeper or Pommie have ads?

Neither Focus Keeper nor Pommie shows ads.

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

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, and Pommie monthly. Most recently, Focus Keeper was updated on September 26, 2026 and Pommie on September 23, 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.*