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Spec score 7.3 #26 of 28 in Pomodoro Timer Apps

Spec sheet

Product
Tide is a native macOS menu bar timer designed to stay out of the way until needed.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Intended users
The site describes uses for deep work, meetings, indie builders, and people who use Pomodoro cycles.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Trial
The maker advertises a free trial but does not state its duration on the page.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Alerts
Tide includes subtle alert sounds and says they work with macOS Focus and Do Not Disturb.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Auto-repeat
Tide can automatically loop focus blocks, with the remaining time updating in the menu bar.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Local data
The privacy policy says the macOS app runs locally, creates no account, sends no usage data, and includes no third-party analytics or advertising.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
No account
The maker says Tide has no accounts, projects, or dashboards.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Presets
Users can save favorite durations and start them with one click.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Purchase data
The privacy policy says a payment provider processes purchases, but its identity and linked privacy policy are shown as placeholders.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Quick add
Users can enter durations or times such as “15m,” “25 minutes,” or “2:30 pm” to create a timer.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Support data
The privacy policy says support emails may include the sender’s email address, message, and any information they choose to attach.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co
Timer modes
It offers regular countdown timers and classic 25/5 Pomodoro cycles in the same menu bar window.Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co

Plans and prices

Tide — Lifetime License $2.99, paid once One-time payment All features included · Free updates in the 1.x series · No subscriptions or upsells Read 10 Oct 2026 · tideapp.co

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