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Pomello alternatives

Pomello compared with 5 alternatives: RoundPie, Pomofocus, Focus To-Do, Focus Keeper and Focus Timer.

Pomello has a free plan. Paid plans start at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
PomelloThis toolFree plan · from $20/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux
RoundPieFree plan · from €2/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
PomofocusFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
Focus To-DoFree plan · from $1.99YesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Focus KeeperFree plan · from $3.99/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
Focus TimerFreeFreeLinux

How each one differs from Pomello

  1. RoundPie

    Pomodoro timer that tracks time on tasks from other tools

    • RoundPie starts at €2 / month, billed annually (€24), for the Lite plan. Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium).
    • Only RoundPie lists a web app.
    • Only RoundPie lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only RoundPie lists a browser extension.
    • RoundPie also covers tasks and site & app blocker.

    Suits: People who already keep tasks in Todoist, Trello or another supported tool

    RoundPie vs PomelloRoundPie pricing and details

  2. Pomofocus

    Browser-based Pomodoro timer with a task list and reports

    • Pomofocus starts at $3 / month, or $18 / year. Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium).
    • Only Pomofocus lists a web app.
    • Pomofocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Pomofocus also covers templates and tasks.

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

    Pomofocus vs PomelloPomofocus pricing and details

  3. 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). Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium).
    • Only Focus To-Do lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Focus To-Do lists a browser extension.
    • Only Pomello lists a Linux app.
    • Focus To-Do can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

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

  4. 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). Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium).
    • Only Focus Keeper lists a web app.
    • Only Focus Keeper lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Pomello lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Focus Keeper also covers tasks.

    Suits: Students timing study sessions and exam preparation

    Focus Keeper vs PomelloFocus Keeper pricing and details

  5. Focus Timer

    Free Pomodoro timer for Linux, formerly GNOME Pomodoro

    • Focus Timer is free. Pomello starts at $20 / year, or $2 / month (Premium).
    • Only Pomello lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Focus Timer is open source, according to its own site.

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

    Focus Timer vs PomelloFocus Timer pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Pomello

  • Tasks are organized in Trello; the vendor's site describes no task list of Pomello's own.
  • Desktop only: the download page offers Mac, Windows and Linux apps and tells other devices they are not supported.
  • Checklist items as tasks, custom timer sounds and productivity data export need Premium.
  • The current download is version 0.10.17, and release notes are kept on a public Trello board, not on the site.
Pomello pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Pomello?

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

Is there a free alternative to Pomello?

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

Which Pomello alternatives work on Android?

The Pomello listing does not include an Android app. RoundPie, Focus To-Do and Focus Keeper list one.

Which Pomello alternatives work on iOS?

The Pomello listing does not include an iOS app. RoundPie, Focus To-Do and Focus Keeper list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Pomello?

Focus Timer is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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