Focus Timer: Back to Basics

Minimalist Pomodoro for study

Only for iPhone

$4.99 · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.

iPhone

A minimalist focus timer for work and study, with adjustable Pomodoro-style focus and rest intervals. Works offline, with no ads, accounts or subscriptions. Back to Basics keeps your timer on one screen, with a clear countdown and just the controls you need for reading, writing and desk work. When a focus period ends, rest starts automatically. Every fourth completed focus is followed by a longer rest. You choose when to start the next focus. Make the timing yours Choose focus, short rest and long rest durations from 1 to 180 minutes. Defaults are 20 minutes of focus, 5 minutes of rest and 15 minutes of long rest. Changes apply to your next focus and its rest. Stay in control Pause, resume or stop your timer. Completion alerts follow your device's notification settings. While charging, turn your phone sideways for a larger desk view with the app open. Keep it simple The app keeps your active timer and preferences on your device. It works offline after installation, with no statistics, streaks, task lists or session history. Buy once Pay once, with no recurring charge. Installation and store purchases can require an internet connection. Apple and Google handle purchases separately. Support: https://getbacktobasics.app/support/ Privacy: https://getbacktobasics.app/privacy/

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- Skip rest when you’re ready to focus again. - Start, pause, resume and stop your timer with Siri Shortcuts. - Updated full-screen timer visuals and improved widget controls.

Version 1.0.1

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    Information

    Seller
    Juho Ilmari Kantola
    Size
    1 MB
    Category
    Productivity
    Compatibility
    Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 15.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
    • Apple Vision
      Requires visionOS 2.0 or later.
    Languages
    English
    Age Rating
    4+
    Copyright
    © 2026 Novi Homines Software Oy
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    • Supports

    • Family Sharing

      Up to six family members can use this app with Family Sharing enabled.

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