TomatoBar
World's neatest Pomodoro timer for macOS menu bar. A minimal, elegant Pomodoro timer that lives in your Mac's menu bar with configurable work and rest intervals, optional sounds, and global hotkey support.
Last updated: 2026-03-10 12:25
Overview
TomatoBar is a minimal, elegant Pomodoro timer designed specifically for macOS that lives discretely in your menu bar. It provides a clean, unobtrusive way to practice the Pomodoro Technique on your Mac.
Features
- Configurable work and rest intervals
- Optional sounds for timer notifications
- Discreet actionable notifications
- Global hotkey support for quick access
- Lives in the macOS menu bar for easy access
- Minimal and elegant design
- Open-source on GitHub
How It Works
TomatoBar sits in your macOS menu bar, allowing you to quickly start, stop, and monitor Pomodoro sessions. The timer countdown is visible at a glance in your menu bar, and you can customize the duration of both work sessions and breaks to fit your workflow.
Technical Details
- Platform: macOS only
- Type: Native macOS application
- License: Open-source
- Repository: Available on GitHub
Ideal For
Mac users who want a simple, distraction-free Pomodoro timer that integrates seamlessly with macOS without requiring a separate window or complex interface.
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