Pomodoro Calculator
Pomodoros, breaks and total time for a task.
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Results
- Pomodoros needed
- 10
- Total elapsed time
- 5.3 h
- Short breaks
- 7
- Long breaks
- 2
Quick answer
A pomodoro is a 25-minute focus block followed by a short break, with a long break every fourth block.
Total = pomodoros × (focus + break)
How to use the Pomodoro Calculator
- 1Enter the focus hours the task really needs.
- 2Keep the classic 25/5/15 pattern or set your own.
- 3Plan your day around the total elapsed time.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Focus hours needed4
- Focus block25 min
- Short break5 min
- Long break15 min
Results
- Pomodoros needed10
- Total elapsed time5.3 h
- Short breaks7
- Long breaks2
Frequently asked questions
Why 25 minutes?
It is short enough to start without dread and long enough for deep work.
Can I use 50-minute blocks?
Yes — set focus to 50 and short break to 10.
About this calculator
- Built and reviewed by James Whitfield · How we build and test calculators
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