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Pomotroid

Free#14 of 28 in Pomodoro Timer AppsStudy Timer Apps

Pomotroid: A flexible desktop timer for users who want statistics, themes, and local extensibility. Ranked #14 of 28 in Pomodoro Timer Apps by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source desktop statistics and themes.

7.6/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.6 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Open-source desktop statistics and themes
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Custom intervals
Yes
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free and open source across Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Detailed daily, weekly, all-time statistics and a 52-week heatmap
- Configurable rounds, themes, shortcuts, notifications, and WebSocket access
Where it doesn't
- Focused on individual timing rather than integrated task management
- The WebSocket server is optional and intended for local use
- Desktop-only platform coverage excludes mobile workflows

Our verdict on Pomotroid

Pomotroid is a free, open-source Pomodoro timer for individual desktop users on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It supports configurable focus periods, short breaks, long breaks, and rounds per cycle, giving users control over how each cycle is structured. Completed sessions are recorded for later review, while tray support, desktop notifications, custom audio, and global keyboard shortcuts keep the timer available during other desktop work. Its scope is deliberately focused: Pomotroid handles timed sessions and their history rather than combining timing with an integrated task-management system.

Its strongest differentiator is the amount of feedback available after a session. Daily, weekly, and all-time statistics provide several time horizons, and the 52-week activity heatmap gives a longer view of consistency. Custom and bundled visual themes add personalization, while configurable intervals and rounds accommodate different Pomodoro routines. The optional local WebSocket server extends the timer to external tools and stream overlays without changing its primary desktop workflow. Users seeking an open-source timer with visible progress history and local extensibility should find this feature set well aligned with that goal.

Pomotroid is also a straightforward choice on price: it is free and open source, with no paid tier structure to weigh between plans. It fits users who want a desktop-first timer with customization, statistics, notifications, and keyboard control across the three supported operating systems. It is less suitable for someone who expects task management inside the timer, or whose routine depends on mobile access. For those users, a product centered on integrated tasks or mobile workflows would be a better direction.

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Pomotroid pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Pomotroid fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Custom intervals	Yes
Auto-start breaks	Not verified
Focus statistics	Yes
Platform coverage	Desktop
Built-in task list	Not verified
Calendar integration	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: WebSocket API
Pricing	Free plan
Website	pomotroid.app
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

Pomotroid integrations

Pomotroid lists 1 integrations on its own site.

WebSocket API

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