Freedom alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Freedom: scheduling, Locked Mode and long sessions need Premium, and website exceptions only on Mac and Windows. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Freedom, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Cold Turkey Blocker currently ranks first.
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Best Freedom alternative for most people
Cold Turkey BlockerOne-time purchase with stricter desktop locks and app blocking, if you don't need phone coverage.
Best Freedom alternative for a free option
SelfControlFree, open-source Mac blocker with no subscription, for simple timed website blocks.
Best Freedom alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
ForestFree app blocking on phones with a gamified timer that rewards staying focused.
Best Freedom alternative for open source
LeechBlock NGFree browser extension with flexible schedules and time limits per site set.
Best Freedom alternative for Mac
Cold Turkey BlockerOne-time purchase with stricter desktop locks and app blocking, if you don't need phone coverage.
Best Freedom alternative for Windows
Cold Turkey BlockerOne-time purchase with stricter desktop locks and app blocking, if you don't need phone coverage.
Best Freedom alternative for iPhone and Android
ForestFree app blocking on phones with a gamified timer that rewards staying focused.
Best Freedom alternative for working in the browser
FocusmateAdds a real person to work alongside on video, which helps when blocking sites isn't enough.
Freedom alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Freedom?
Cold Turkey Blocker ranks first right now. One-time purchase with stricter desktop locks and app blocking, if you don't need phone coverage. SelfControl and LeechBlock NG follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Freedom?
Yes. Cold Turkey Blocker (free plan + paid), SelfControl (open source), LeechBlock NG (open source) and Forest (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Freedom?
Yes: SelfControl and LeechBlock NG.
Why do people switch from Freedom?
The complaints we hear most: scheduling, Locked Mode and long sessions need Premium; website exceptions only on Mac and Windows; no Linux app.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Freedom, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.