Pomello review
A focused desktop timer for Trello users who want task-level Pomodoro tracking.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Pomello is a desktop Pomodoro timer built around Trello. It converts Trello cards into Pomodoro tasks, lets users choose boards and lists, and supports task creation from within the app. Individuals managing work in Trello can record completed sessions, log distractions, add notes, and review productivity statistics. Short and long break modes, customizable keyboard shortcuts, task controls, and time tracking round out the core workflow. Pomello is a focused fit for Trello-centered desktop task management rather than a general-purpose timer for multiple productivity platforms.
The free plan makes the core workflow accessible, while the published Premium plan costs $20 per year with annual billing. Both Basic and Premium list unlimited boards and lists, productivity tracking, time tracking, checklist items as tasks, custom timer sounds, and productivity-data export. Pomello also includes productivity statistics for pomodoros and distractions, plus customizable board and list behavior. Because the listed highlights are the same across the two plans, buyers should compare the current plan experience before paying for Premium. There is no monthly billing option presented in the available plan details.
Platform fit is Pomello’s clearest boundary. Trello is the listed integration, and the app is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it suitable for desktop workflows that already rely on Trello boards and lists. Its narrow focus can be an advantage for users who want their timer attached to existing cards, with exports and distraction logging for reviewing work patterns. It is less suitable for people who need mobile coverage, broader integrations, or a timer independent of Trello. Choose Pomello for Trello-linked focus sessions on desktop; consider an alternative if cross-platform mobile access or a wider ecosystem matters more.
Pomello pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Turns Trello cards into timed Pomodoro tasks
- Tracks pomodoros, distractions, notes, and productivity statistics
- Supports exports, keyboard shortcuts, and custom timer sounds
- Where it doesn't
- Works with Trello as its listed integration
- Coverage is limited to Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Premium costs $20 per year with the same listed highlights as Basic
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