Pomodoro Study Timer

A free Pomodoro study timer built for revising students. Set a 25-minute focused sprint, take a 5-minute break, and repeat — proven to reduce procrastination and protect attention during long revision sessions.

A free Pomodoro study timer built for revising students. Set a 25-minute focused sprint, take a 5-minute break, and repeat — proven to reduce procrastination and protect attention during long revision sessions.

Most students don't have a motivation problem; they have a context-switching problem. Every glance at a notification breaks deep focus and costs roughly 15 minutes to fully recover. Pomodoros give you a structured way to ignore everything for short, finishable blocks.

Aim for four pomodoros (about two hours) per revision session. After the fourth, take a longer 15–30 minute break. Pair this with the Study Planner so you always know what to work on when the timer starts — wasted pomodoros usually start with "what should I revise?"

What you'll learn

  • Configurable 25/5 and 50/10 work-break ratios
  • Long break after every fourth pomodoro
  • Silent visual mode for classrooms and libraries
  • Pairs with the Study Planner and Revision Checklist

Who this is for

  • Students who struggle to start revising
  • Anyone whose phone keeps interrupting deep work
  • Tutors structuring 1:1 sessions

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Frequently asked questions

Is 25 minutes long enough to actually learn something?

Yes — that's the point. 25 minutes is long enough for meaningful work, short enough that starting feels easy. Long blocks sound productive but most students drift after 40–60 minutes.

Can I use 50/10 instead of 25/5?

Older students and stronger focusers often do better on 50/10. Try both for a week and see which leaves you more done and less drained.

What should I do in the 5-minute break?

Stand up, drink water, look out a window. Avoid your phone — a quick scroll easily becomes 20 minutes and ruins the next pomodoro.

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