“Sleazy Paywall Changes — They took a good product and put core functionality behind a web paywall. I’ll use another app instead as a matter of principle.”
Public review signal · 500 reviews scanned · scope limited to review patterns.
Focus To-Do: Focus Timer&Tasks
Shenzhen Tomato Software Technology Co., Ltd.Pomodoro timer for work&study
4.8 ★14,642 ratings
—Downloads
4+Age rating
105 MBApp size
FreeIn-app purchases
About this app
Focus To-Do combines Pomodoro Timer with Task Management, it is a science-based app that will motivate you to stay focused and get things done.
It brings Pomodoro Technique and To Do List into one place, you can capture and organize tasks into your todo lists, start focus timer and focus on work & study, set reminders for important tasks and errands, check the time spent at work.
It's the ultimate app for managing Tasks, Reminders, Lists, Calendar events, Grocery lists, checklist, helping you focus on work & study and tracking your working hours.
Focus To-Do syncs between your phone and computer, so you can access your lists from anywhere.
How it works: 1. Pick a task you need to accomplish. 2. Set a timer for 25 minutes, keep focused and start working. 3. When the pomodoro timer rings, take a 5 minute break. Key Features:…
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Paywall blocks the basics5 reviews · user report
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“No ads & no subscription — App makes its money through optional premium descriptions which just give added benefits — it is not rendered useless if not purchased. Unlike other apps, this app is not locked behind a paywall and doesn’t…”
“Good at first but then locks behind a subscription paywall — So I loved the app at first. A non distracting timer really helps with setting uninterrupted time to focus and then another time set for whatever length break you want to use. I…”
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Store listing updated to version 8.8.
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Business modelFree
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