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Pomatez alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Pomatez alternative is Tomighty (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Pomatez compared with 5 alternatives: Tomighty, TomatoBar, Focus Timer, Pomofocus and Engross.
Pomatez is free to use. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
Price against what you get
Pomatez has no paid plan and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Pomofocus scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Pomatez
Tomighty
Free Pomodoro timer for the browser, Windows and Mac
- Tomighty is free.
- Tomighty also lists a web app.
- Tomighty lists no Linux app, which Pomatez has.
- Tomighty does not cover tasks, which Pomatez does.
Suits: People who want a plain pomodoro timer with nothing to set up
TomatoBar
Free open-source Pomodoro timer for the Mac menu bar
- TomatoBar is free.
- TomatoBar lists no Windows and Linux apps, which Pomatez has.
- TomatoBar also covers menu bar app.
- TomatoBar does not cover tasks, which Pomatez does.
Suits: Mac users who want a plain Pomodoro timer at no cost
Focus Timer
Free Pomodoro timer for Linux, formerly GNOME Pomodoro
- Focus Timer is free.
- Focus Timer lists no Windows and macOS apps, which Pomatez has.
- Focus Timer also covers time tracking.
- Focus Timer does not cover tasks, which Pomatez does.
Suits: Linux users who want a Pomodoro timer built for their desktop
Pomofocus
Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports
- Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year.
- Pomofocus also lists a web app.
- Pomofocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Pomofocus also covers templates and time tracking.
Suits: People who want a Pomodoro timer that opens in a browser tab
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).
- Engross also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Engross lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which Pomatez has.
- Engross also covers calendar, site & app blocker, time tracking and focus music.
Suits: Students planning study blocks and tracking study time
Limits worth knowing in Pomatez
- Desktop only: no web, iOS or Android version, though the site lists a mobile version as coming.
- Keyboard shortcuts cannot be customized yet, per the site's roadmap.
- Productivity reports and a saved task history are roadmap items, not current features.
- Full-screen breaks do not cover multiple monitors.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Pomatez?
The alternatives to Pomatez in this directory are Tomighty, TomatoBar, Focus Timer, Pomofocus and Engross. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Pomatez.
Is there a free alternative to Pomatez?
Yes. Tomighty, TomatoBar and Focus Timer are free to use. Pomofocus and Engross have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Pomatez alternatives work on Android?
The Pomatez listing does not include an Android app. Engross lists one.
Which Pomatez alternatives work on iOS?
The Pomatez listing does not include an iOS app. Engross lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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