FlowTime
This article includes FlowTime, a service I run. I will make the comparison points clear upfront and cover both who each app suits and what to check before using it. The content is based on public information as of May 3, 2026, and what can currently be confirmed in FlowTime Focus Timer.
The fixed 25-minute Pomodoro Technique can feel uncomfortable when the timer stops you just as you are getting into your work.
That is where Flowtime and Flowmodoro-style timers become useful alternatives. In this article, I will compare two of them: FlowTime Focus Timer and Flowmo.
These two apps handle breaks in a very similar way.
FlowTime uses 20% of your work time as a break guideline. Flowmo also explains its rule as “work for x minutes, rest for x/5 minutes.” In other words, working for 50 minutes and resting for 10 minutes feels almost the same in both apps.
So, which one should you choose?
The key difference is not the timer length. It is whether you want to keep using your usual to-do app, or whether you want to keep your focus time records in the same place as your tasks.
If you want to use a Flowmodoro timer alongside a to-do app you already use, such as Todoist or TickTick, Flowmo is a better fit. If you want to create tasks inside the timer app and keep work time records together, FlowTime Focus Timer is a better fit.
First, decide where you want to see your tasks
Flowmo is a good fit for people who do not want to change their current to-do app.
Its official site lists integrations with Todoist, TickTick, Microsoft To Do, and Google Tasks. If you already manage your tasks in one of these apps, placing Flowmo alongside it is an easy way to start.
FlowTime Focus Timer works differently. You create tasks directly inside FlowTime and record focus time on those tasks.
Tasks, projects, focus time, break time, statistics, and Kanban boards can all be handled in the same app. It is better suited for people who want to look back later and see how much time they spent on each type of work.
Here is the difference in a quick table.
| Point | FlowTime Focus Timer | Flowmo |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | People who want to record focus time per task | People who want to use it with their usual to-do app |
| Task management | Create tasks and projects inside FlowTime | Use Flowmo's Todo list, or connect with Todoist / TickTick and others |
| Break rule | 20% of work time becomes break time | Rest for x/5 minutes after x minutes of work |
| Reviewable records | TODAY / WEEK, then MONTH / YEAR / all-time with Pro / Premium | Daily / Weekly / Yearly Stats in Pro |
| To-do app integration | Planned for future addition | Todoist, TickTick, Microsoft To Do, Google Tasks |
| Platforms | Web / add to home screen. Sync via Google login | Web, iOS, Android |
| Pricing | Free, Pro $1/month, Premium $3/month | Starter $0, Pro $5/month. App Store shows $4.99/month |
Flowmo is for people who want to keep using their usual to-do app
Flowmo's biggest strength is that it works well with apps such as Todoist and TickTick.
On its official site, Flowmodoro Timer, Task List, and Stats are introduced as the main features. You pick one task, focus on it, and take a break based on how long you worked. The basic idea is simple.
The most useful part is its to-do app integration.
For example, some people use Todoist for work tasks, TickTick for personal errands, and Microsoft To Do at the office. If you already use apps this way, you probably do not want to add another place to write tasks.
Flowmo lets you keep using your current to-do app and add only the Flowmodoro timer on top. That is the main advantage.
For pricing, you will need to look at the Pro plan if you want to use to-do app integrations.
According to the official pricing page, the Starter plan is $0 and includes the Flowmodoro Timer and Todo List. The Pro plan is $5/month and adds Todo List App Integrations, Daily / Weekly / Yearly Stats, and Priority Support.
In short, Flowmo Pro is for people who want to connect their usual to-do app and also review daily, weekly, and yearly records.
Device support is another plus. The official mobile page lists iOS and Android. The App Store listing supports iPhone / iPad, and Google Play lists an Android app. For people who want to run a timer while checking tasks on a phone, Flowmo is easy to start with.
There are also a few points to check before using it.
On the App Store, the listed language is English. If you want to use the app in another language, it is worth checking the interface first.
The privacy display also differs by store. On the App Store, email address and usage data are shown as “Data Linked to You.” On Google Play, the listing says “No data shared with third parties” and “No data collected.” These are store displays, so check the listing on the device you plan to use.
The App Store also shows in-app purchases of $4.99/month and $47.99/year. This is close to the official Pro price of $5/month, but you should still check the store price before paying.
FlowTime Focus Timer is for people who want to review focus time later
FlowTime Focus Timer is not mainly positioned as an app that connects with Todoist or TickTick.
Instead, you create tasks inside FlowTime and record how long you focused on each task. When you run the timer, work time and break time are recorded, and you can review them later by task or project.
With Daily Timeline, you can see which times of day are easier for you to focus. With Kanban, you can also track how tasks move from Backlog to Done.
If you already manage all your daily tasks in Todoist or TickTick, creating tasks again inside FlowTime may feel like extra work. But if you want to keep work time records in the same app as your tasks, FlowTime fits well.
For example, you can use it to:
- Separate work, study, and side projects by project
- Review focus time for today and this week
- Check how much time you spent on each task
- Look at your focus rhythm by month or year
- Export records for the period you need in CSV or JSON
FlowTime's paid plans are designed to expand how far back and how deeply you can review your records.
With the Free plan, you can create unlimited tasks, use up to 3 projects, view Kanban, access TODAY and WEEK statistics, and sync with Google login.
With the Pro plan at $1/month, you get unlimited projects, Kanban actions, statistics up to MONTH, CSV / JSON exports for up to 31 days, and Google Calendar integration.
With the Premium plan at $3/month, you get long-term review options such as YEAR and ALL YEAR, plus unlimited-period data export.
The important point is what FlowTime's paid plans add.
You are not paying for the timer rule itself, which calculates a 20% break. You are paying for stronger review and record features, such as longer history, CSV / JSON export, and Google Calendar records.
The more you want to record focus time and use it later to improve your work, the more FlowTime makes sense.
There are also points to keep in mind. To sync data and manage tasks in FlowTime, you need to log in with Google. If you only want to use a timer quickly without logging in, this may feel like extra work.
Also, in the current plan comparison, FlowTime's to-do app integrations are listed as planned for future addition. If Todoist or TickTick is already your main task app, Flowmo is the easier first app to try.
When comparing prices, look at what you get
If you only compare monthly prices, FlowTime's Pro ($1) and Premium ($3) are low-cost options. Flowmo's official pricing page lists Pro at $5/month, and the App Store shows $4.99/month.
But price alone does not tell you which app fits you. The more useful question is what you gain when you pay.
With Flowmo Pro, you get integrations with Todoist, TickTick, and other to-do apps, plus daily, weekly, and yearly stats. If you already open Todoist or TickTick every day, Flowmo Pro is best understood as a plan for keeping your current to-do workflow and adding a Flowmodoro timer to it.
With FlowTime Pro or Premium, you can use the focus records inside FlowTime for a longer period and in more ways. You can add more projects, move cards in Kanban, review by month or year, export data as CSV / JSON, and record sessions in Google Calendar.
Both apps are Flowtime-style timers, but paying for them gives you different things.
If you are unsure, choose this way
Start with Flowmo if:
- You already use Todoist, TickTick, Microsoft To Do, or Google Tasks
- You do not want to add another app for task management
- You want to run Flowmodoro sessions from a smartphone app
- You want to use to-do app integrations
- You do not mind an English interface
Start with FlowTime Focus Timer if:
- You want to see tasks and focus time records in the same place
- You want to keep track of how much time you spent on each project
- You want to review your focus time today, this week, this month, and this year
- You want CSV / JSON export and Google Calendar integration
- You want to open it from a browser or home screen and access the same data across multiple devices
If you are still unsure, imagine the task list you will open first tomorrow morning.
If that list is Todoist or TickTick, Flowmo will be smoother to start with. You can keep your usual to-do app and add only the Flowmodoro timer.
If you are fine with writing today's tasks inside FlowTime, FlowTime Focus Timer will be a better fit. Your focus time will stay as a work record inside the same app.
The difference between FlowTime and Flowmo is not about which app is better overall.
If you want to keep using your usual to-do app, choose Flowmo. If you want to review task management and focus time records in the same place, choose FlowTime Focus Timer.
That viewpoint makes it easier to choose, even though the names look similar.