We analyzed 704 negative reviews from the top 5 Pomodoro Timer apps on the App Store. Here's what users hate most.
Ranked by frequency — how often each complaint appears in negative reviews.
68% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Used to be great - now it’s paywalled. I used to love Forest because you paid once and had access to everything."
"Subscription for a paid app!!! The new update is disappointing."
45% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Relentless Ads on a Paid App. Now you get to be constantly bombarded with Temu ads!"
"Ads on a paid app. I wouldn't mind you running ads if this app were free."
40% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Used to work, doesn’t anymore. Doesn’t block screen time."
"Full of glitches. It’s no longer awarding the double coins when you watch an ad."
33% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Paid the one-time payment plan to have all time access to the features. Now, I need to subscribe and upgrade."
"Was great until it became subscription based. This app was perfect when it was a 1 time $10 purchase."
27% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"Confusing interface. It doesn’t immediately say how to connect calendar."
"Navigation is confusing. Too many clicks, too much gamification."
19% of negative reviews mention this issue.
"No support, glitchy. Update: still does not work."
"Nonexistent customer service; progress resets randomly."
Design and usability issues driving negative reviews.
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