FlowMateA Pomodoro timer that talks
The Pomodoro technique, with a voice that tells you the time during each block, so you can stop glancing at the countdown.
How it differs from a silent Pomodoro timer
A regular Pomodoro timer is quiet for 25 minutes and then rings. That's a long time to go without knowing where you are, and it's easy to keep checking. FlowMate says the time during the block, at the interval you choose, and plays a tone when it's time to move from focus to a break and back.
How the Pomodoro pace is laid out
Each Pomodoro is 25 minutes of focus, with a 5 minute break between them:
- 25 minutes1 Pomodoro
- 55 minutes2 Pomodoros
- 85 minutes3 Pomodoros
- 145 minutes5 Pomodoros
When 25 minutes isn't the right size
The classic rhythm doesn't suit every task, so there are three other paces:
- Eased: a few minutes to settle in and wrap up, with breaks between.
- Long stretch: fewer, longer focus blocks, like 50 minutes inside a one hour session.
- No breaks: one block of any length.
Questions
How often does the voice speak?
Every minute, every 5, or every 10, depending on the audio setting you choose. You can also have only a chime at the start and end, or no sound at all.
Is it free?
Yes. The timer, the voice, and sessions of any length are free, with no account needed.
Is it good for ADHD?
It was designed with ADHD and time blindness in mind, though it's not a treatment. Read more about using a talking timer with ADHD.