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Goodtime alternatives

Goodtime compared with 6 alternatives: Focus To-Do, Focus Keeper, Forest, Engross, Pomofocus and 1 more.

Goodtime has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
GoodtimeThis toolFree plan · from $6.99 one-timeYesiOS, Android
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
ForestFree plan · from $5.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
EngrossFree plan · from $5.99YesiOS, Android
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Focus TimerFreeFreeLinux

How each one differs from Goodtime

  1. Focus To-Do

    Pomodoro timer combined with a task list and time reports

    • Focus To-Do starts at $1.99 (period not shown), $3.99 / 3 months or $11.99 lifetime (US App Store). Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Focus To-Do also covers tasks.

    Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer and a to-do list in one app

    Focus To-Do vs GoodtimeFocus To-Do pricing and details

  2. Focus Keeper

    Pomodoro timer with progress charts for iPhone, Android and web

    • Focus Keeper starts at $3.99 / month or $34.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs GoodtimeFocus Keeper pricing and details

  3. Forest

    Focus timer that grows a virtual tree while you stay off apps

    • Forest starts at $5.99 / month, or from $32.49 / year (US App Store). Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Only Forest lists a browser extension.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Forest also covers site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: People who respond to a visual reward for staying off their phone

    Forest vs GoodtimeForest pricing and details

  4. Engross

    Pomodoro timer with to-do list and planner for phones

    • Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown). Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Engross also covers tasks, calendar, site & app blocker and focus music.

    Suits: Students planning study blocks and tracking study time

    Engross vs GoodtimeEngross pricing and details

  5. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Only Pomofocus lists a web app.
    • Only Pomofocus lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Goodtime lists Android and iOS apps.
    • Goodtime is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer that opens in a browser tab

    Pomofocus vs GoodtimePomofocus pricing and details

  6. Focus Timer

    Free Pomodoro timer for Linux, formerly GNOME Pomodoro

    • Focus Timer is free. Goodtime starts at $6.99 one-time in-app purchase (Google Play, US).
    • Only Focus Timer lists a Linux app.
    • Only Goodtime lists Android and iOS apps.
    • Goodtime can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: Linux users who want a Pomodoro timer built for their desktop

    Focus Timer vs GoodtimeFocus Timer pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Goodtime

  • The iOS version is a beta distributed through TestFlight, and no desktop or web version is listed.
  • Labels, timer customization, label statistics, session editing, backup and export, and picture-in-picture all need the premium purchase.
  • The README warns that some Android phones stop the app in the background and advises turning off battery optimization for it.
  • It is a timer only: the vendor describes no task list and no app or website blocking beyond Do Not Disturb mode.
Goodtime pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Goodtime?

The alternatives to Goodtime in this directory are Focus To-Do, Focus Keeper, Forest, Engross, Pomofocus and Focus Timer. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Goodtime.

Is there a free alternative to Goodtime?

Yes. Focus Timer is free to use. Focus To-Do, Focus Keeper, Forest, Engross and Pomofocus have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Goodtime alternatives work on Windows?

The Goodtime listing does not include a Windows app. Focus To-Do and Pomofocus list one.

Which Goodtime alternatives work on macOS?

The Goodtime listing does not include a macOS app. Focus To-Do and Pomofocus list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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