Focus · Round 1 of 4
25 min focus, 5 min break
Pomodoro Timer with Music for Study and Work
Better Timers has 4 free Pomodoro study sessions with music, in 25/5, 30/10, 45/15 and 50/10 cycles, plus a Pomodoro timer you can start right here. It switches between focus blocks and breaks on its own, with a chime at every switch.
Pomodoro study sessions with music
25/5 · 25 min focus, 5 min break
30/10 · 30 min focus, 10 min break
45/15 · 45 min focus, 15 min break
50/10 · 50 min focus, 10 min break
How the Pomodoro technique works
The Pomodoro technique splits work into focus blocks with short breaks between them. During a focus block you work on one thing only. When the chime sounds, you stop and rest, even mid-sentence, then start the next block fresh.
The classic cycle is 25 minutes of focus and a 5 minute break. Longer cycles such as 50/10 suit work that takes a while to get into, like writing or revision for an exam. Every session here lasts about 2 hours, and the timer moves from one block to the next by itself.
Questions
What is a Pomodoro timer?
A timer that alternates focus blocks and breaks, such as 25 minutes of work and then 5 minutes of rest. The timer on this page switches between them on its own and chimes at every switch.
Which Pomodoro cycle should I choose?
Start with 25/5 if you are new to the technique or find it hard to get going. Choose 45/15 or 50/10 for deep work that takes a while to settle into, and 30/10 if you want a longer rest between blocks.
How do I know when to take a break?
A falling chime plays when a break starts and a rising chime when it is time to focus again. The digits turn green during a break, and the label above them shows the round.
Can I use the Pomodoro timer without YouTube?
Yes. The timer at the top of this page runs in your browser, keeps time in a background tab and can go fullscreen.
Are the Pomodoro timers free?
Yes. The timer and every Pomodoro video are free to play here and on the Better Timers YouTube channel.
Pomodoro timers by cycle
- 25/5 · 25 min focus, 5 min break
- 30/10 · 30 min focus, 10 min break
- 45/15 · 45 min focus, 15 min break
- 50/10 · 50 min focus, 10 min break
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