# 20 Seconds vs FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer

The clearest difference is update cadence: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer at every 2 weeks against 20 Seconds's every 3 months. FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer also leads on ratings volume (7.9K vs 19) and review sentiment (89% vs 67%). 20 Seconds's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 20 Seconds sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer has 7.9K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of 20 Seconds's written reviews are positive against 89% of FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer's.

20 Seconds ships an update every 3 months, FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 20 Seconds | FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/20-seconds/id939295983/reviews) | **[4.8 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuspomo-pomodoro-timer/id1528322796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **7.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **88.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 41 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nishco Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/829598361) | [FocusPomo Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617608471) |

## What reviewers say

### 20 Seconds

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/20-seconds/id939295983)

This app helps build new habits or break existing ones by using a 20-second countdown. It provides a progress indicator and optional sounds or music to aid in distraction and amusement during the countdown.

**Highlights:** 20-second habit timer, Progress indicator, Distracting sounds and music, Automatic start option, 30-day trial in Today widget

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $0.99 | one-time |
| A Kind Tip | $0.99 | one-time |


### FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focuspomo-pomodoro-timer/id1528322796)

This app utilizes the Pomodoro Technique to enhance focus and productivity for work and study. It offers a minimalist design with features like real-time iCloud sync, customizable timers, and detailed productivity insights.

**Highlights:** Minimalist Pomodoro timer, Real-time iCloud Sync, Productivity charts and insights, App Whitelist, Customizable Pomodoro cycles, Widgets and Live Activities

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FocusPomo Plus Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| FocusPomo Plus Half Yearly | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly | $17.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly Family | $17.99 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Yearly Family | $19.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly (Family Sharing) | $49.00 | per year |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime (-1y) | $14.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus 永久会员（减一个月） | $15.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus 永久會員 | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime (-1m) | $19.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Discount for Yearly | $24.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Lifetime Family | $59.99 | one-time |
| FocusPomo Plus Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and intuitive UI
- 🌟 Cute and motivating tomato visuals
- 🕰️ Effective Pomodoro timer
- 🔒 No ads or distractions
- 📆 Weekly progress tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ No pause/resume option for timers
- 🎨 Limited customization options
- 🔔 Weak notification sounds
- 💾 Tomato data resets weekly

**Reported bugs**

- Tomatoes disappearing from the screen
- App whitelist feature not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Ability to pause/resume timers
- Option to customize tomato colors/types
- Louder/more noticeable timer notifications
- Retain tomato data across weeks
- Add tasks/to-do list integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 20 Seconds free?

20 Seconds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 20 Seconds or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer?

FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer is rated higher. 20 Seconds averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer averages 4.8 from 7.9K ratings.

### Do 20 Seconds or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer have ads?

Neither 20 Seconds nor FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 20 Seconds or FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer?

20 Seconds ships an update every 3 months, and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, 20 Seconds was updated on October 11, 2026 and FocusPomo · Pomodoro Timer on October 22, 2026.

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