Focus Tomato 2: Pomodoro Timer

Name: Focus Tomato 2: Pomodoro Timer
Rating: 5 (15 reviews)
Author: CHIH-SHAN LIU

A pomodoro that won't nag you

Only for iPhone

Free · In‑App Purchases

15 Ratings
Age Rating

4+
Years
Category

Productivity
Developer

CHIH-SHAN LIU
Language

EN
+ 2 More
Size

41.3
MB

iPhone

A pomodoro timer that won't nag you. No quests, no achievements, no leaderboards - just a quiet retro tomato to help you survive one 25-minute block at a time. The original Focus Tomato earned 4.9/5.0 with 26,000+ reviews worldwide and was featured by Apple multiple times. Focus Tomato 2 keeps the same spirit, now with focus tags, iCloud sync, and richer statistics. Focus Tomato 2 wants you to stay focused without feeling pressured - to handle the real grind of life and keep going for the long haul. Get things done with a bit of grace, close the timer, and enjoy the rest of your day. --- Q: Studying as much as everyone else, but always falling behind? A: Let Focus Tomato handle your time management. The pomodoro technique has been tested for 40+ years - used right, it helps you focus, cut distractions, beat procrastination, and build a habit that actually sticks. Simple is best. Q: Always start strong, then fizzle out after a few days? A: The pomodoro technique uses 25 minutes of focus + 5 minutes of rest, repeated 4 times, followed by a longer 15-30 minute break. Pushing too hard for too long just burns you out. Like a marathon runner, pacing yourself is what lets you go the distance. Q: Trying to learn something on the side, but can't keep at it? A: Focus Tomato encourages you to set aside dedicated time for long-term goals, and tag each session clearly. Tags like "Content Creation," "Learning Design," or "Exam Prep" help you keep all related sessions in one place - whether you're watching a course, editing video, or studying. A pomodoro or two a day adds up over time, instead of getting eaten by random tasks. --- Core Features 1. No forced interruptions - protect your flow Most pomodoro apps cut you off mid-work. Focus Tomato just reminds you when time's up, and lets you keep going if you're in the zone. 2. Editable timeline - fix it later Forgot to stop the timer? You can manually log or edit any session, so your stats stay accurate. 3. Custom tags for clear categorization Tag each focus session - like "Study," "Side Hustle," or "Creative" - and review where your time actually goes. 4. Breaks are timed too - for better pacing Rest isn't blank space. Track your breaks, see your real rhythm, and plan accordingly. 5. Lock Screen, Dynamic Island, and Home Screen widgets Don't unlock, don't open the app - just glance. See how much time is left, and how many tomatoes you've earned today, right from your Home Screen. --- Real Reviews from the Focus Tomato Series 4.9/5.0, 26,000+ reviews worldwide. Thank you! "Beautiful pomodoro app!" I've tried several pomodoro apps, and most are too serious or too formal. This one has personality - the tomato face is priceless. - Camilo Rodriguez Gaviria "I have ADHD, and this became my favorite app!" I love the visuals, sound effects, and background noise. It's also simple - I don't get lost in features. - SkyBlueFireDragon14 "Best pomodoro timer" Clean and beautiful interface, no ads. Background sounds keep playing in the background. Everything is free - incredible value. - Me291537911 "Super cute" The art style is so fun. The "Someone's behind you" mode made me laugh out loud. Highly recommended. - jukun26389 "I like this app" The retro look is refreshing, runs smoothly. Just bought the Tomato King upgrade to support the developer - and got some nice extra features too. - Mr Tester "Love it!" Simple, beautifully designed, just a timer with no fluff. Great free version, no pushy upgrade prompts. - Anonymous "Great" Useful, simple, practical. Love the art and the features. Free, but worth paying to support the developer. - Bartosz (Poland) "Really nice!" Clean, no reward system - and somehow that helps me focus more. - 14676576666 --- The original Focus Tomato has been featured by Apple in: - App of the Day - App Stories - App We Love - Featured Collection: The Art of Minimalist Living - Editors' Choice - Apps We Love

Ratings & Reviews

5.0

out of 5

15 Ratings

It’ll only get better and better!
2d ago

prizedfox
The pause button has been added, so really I have no more notes. I like the tag feature quite a bit, being able to know what I’m spending my time in hindsight. I appreciate the team’s work on this project, even bothering to start this kind of app from scratch to do it all over again with a bigger vision in mind. I respect that! Well wishes, keep focusing. ⭐️

Developer Response
Hi prizedfox,Thanks for your feedback, and I'm sorry for the inconvenience.Regarding the pause function — it has been added in version 2.3. Please update the app and give it a try.As for why we released a brand-new app instead of just updating the original one: Focus Tomato 2 was rebuilt from the ground up with a different architecture, design, and feature roadmap, so it no longer shares the same foundation as the original. That said, the original app will continue to be maintained, so you're welcome to keep using whichever one suits you better.If you have any other suggestions, please feel free to let me know. Thanks for your support!Best regards,Focus Tomato Developer
It’ll only get better and better!
2d ago

prizedfox

The pause button has been added, so really I have no more notes. I like the tag feature quite a bit, being able to know what I’m spending my time in hindsight. I appreciate the team’s work on this project, even bothering to start this kind of app from scratch to do it all over again with a bigger vision in mind. I respect that! Well wishes, keep focusing. ⭐️
Developer Response 6d ago
Hi prizedfox,Thanks for your feedback, and I'm sorry for the inconvenience.Regarding the pause function — it has been added in version 2.3. Please update the app and give it a try.As for why we released a brand-new app instead of just updating the original one: Focus Tomato 2 was rebuilt from the ground up with a different architecture, design, and feature roadmap, so it no longer shares the same foundation as the original. That said, the original app will continue to be maintained, so you're welcome to keep using whichever one suits you better.If you have any other suggestions, please feel free to let me know. Thanks for your support!Best regards,Focus Tomato Developer
New widgets please 🙏
May 14

Cool_Speedster
Overall, the app is great though and it has more features, but the widgets are the same as the first version.
New widgets please 🙏
May 14

Cool_Speedster

Overall, the app is great though and it has more features, but the widgets are the same as the first version.
Same app as 1st version disappoint
Apr 23

cindyhe99
I love the first version, but they advertise iCloud sync which it's a lie because I don't see any sync times between devices. Each device my iPhone and iPad stills shows their own data. And the iPad version sucks it doesn't go full screen as the 1st version instead it's a small screen looks like iPhone screen.

Developer Response
Hi Cindy,Thank you again for your feedback — and I want to come back with a proper update.On the iCloud sync issue:You were right to be frustrated. The older version of Focus Tomato 2 had a serious bug: the "iCloud Sync" status display wasn't actually reading the system's CloudKit state, so even when sync was failing, the screen would still look like everything was fine. That made you doubt your own data, and that's on us. I'm truly sorry.In version 2.4, we've rebuilt the entire iCloud sync logic. The "Data Sync" section under Settings now shows the real sync status, and we've added a "Data not syncing?" help page to walk you through troubleshooting.Please update to the latest version:https://apps.apple.com/app/id6749494224If anything still isn't right after updating, please email support@claushuang.com and we'll help you sort it out as soon as possible.On the iPad display:A native iPad layout is still on our roadmap. We haven't shipped it yet, but it hasn't been forgotten — we'll fit it into an upcoming update.Thank you for giving us the chance to make this right.Best regards,Focus Tomato Developer
Same app as 1st version disappoint
Apr 23

cindyhe99

I love the first version, but they advertise iCloud sync which it's a lie because I don't see any sync times between devices. Each device my iPhone and iPad stills shows their own data. And the iPad version sucks it doesn't go full screen as the 1st version instead it's a small screen looks like iPhone screen.
Developer Response 6d ago
Hi Cindy,Thank you again for your feedback — and I want to come back with a proper update.On the iCloud sync issue:You were right to be frustrated. The older version of Focus Tomato 2 had a serious bug: the "iCloud Sync" status display wasn't actually reading the system's CloudKit state, so even when sync was failing, the screen would still look like everything was fine. That made you doubt your own data, and that's on us. I'm truly sorry.In version 2.4, we've rebuilt the entire iCloud sync logic. The "Data Sync" section under Settings now shows the real sync status, and we've added a "Data not syncing?" help page to walk you through troubleshooting.Please update to the latest version:https://apps.apple.com/app/id6749494224If anything still isn't right after updating, please email support@claushuang.com and we'll help you sort it out as soon as possible.On the iPad display:A native iPad layout is still on our roadmap. We haven't shipped it yet, but it hasn't been forgotten — we'll fit it into an upcoming update.Thank you for giving us the chance to make this right.Best regards,Focus Tomato Developer

First, an apology The "iCloud Sync" status display in earlier versions had a serious bug — it wasn't actually reading the system's CloudKit state, so even when sync had failed, the UI could still appear normal. This caused some users to lose data silently without ever knowing, and we're truly sorry for the trust this broke. This update is a complete rebuild of iCloud sync: Real sync status - Reads CloudKit events directly from the system — what you see is what's actually happening - Shows Uploading / Downloading / Success / Failed, plus last sync time - On failure, the system's actual error message is shown Better self-diagnosis - New "Data not syncing?" help page based on Apple's official guidance, with common causes and check steps - One tap to jump to iOS iCloud settings when sync fails - Sync status is automatically included when you email support, so we can help faster Now visible to everyone - The sync status was previously visible only to Tomato King users — it's now visible to all. Sync itself was always working for everyone; hiding the status didn't make sense. Also fixed the alert sound The "Enable Alert Sound" default was inconsistent across views — some screens had it off, leading new users to think the timer had no sound. The default is now always on (existing users' preferences are unchanged). - New "No sound when timer ends?" help page (Settings → Sound Settings) - Explains how the alert behaves differently in foreground vs. background - Lists common causes of "no sound" (device volume, Do Not Disturb, notification permissions, etc.) Thanks to everyone who patiently reported this

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Seller: CHIH-SHAN LIU
Size: 41.3 MB
Category: Productivity
Compatibility: Requires iOS 17.6 or later.

iPhone
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
Languages: English and 2 more

English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
Age Rating: 4+

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