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LeechBlock NG alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave LeechBlock NG: only blocks inside the browser it's installed in, and can't block desktop apps or work across devices. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces LeechBlock NG, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. SelfControl currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1SelfControl logoSelfControlOpen sourceYesmacOS4 of 466.5
2Cold Turkey Blocker logoCold Turkey BlockerFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS4 of 462.6
3Freedom logoFreedomFree plan + paidNomacOS, Windows, iOS +25 of 559.6
  1. SelfControl logo

    1. SelfControlTop pick

    Best for: Mac users who want a free, no-escape website block for focused work sessions

    Open sourcemacOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from LeechBlock NG

    System-wide Mac blocker that covers every browser and can't be undone until the timer ends.

    Pros

    • Completely free and open source
    • Blocks can't be undone by restarting or deleting the app
    • System-wide, so it covers every browser and internet app

    Cons

    • Mac only, with no Windows, phone or browser versions
    • No scheduled or recurring blocks; each block is started by hand
    • Blocks websites and servers, not desktop apps
    Visit SelfControl Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is SelfControl a good LeechBlock NG alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 30, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Oct 30, 2026selfcontrolapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Mac OS X 10.10+
    Checked Oct 30, 2026selfcontrolapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Block lock
    Survives restart and deletion
    Checked Oct 30, 2026selfcontrolapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Cold Turkey Blocker logo

    2. Cold Turkey Blocker

    Best for: Windows and Mac users who need a hard-to-bypass block on sites and apps

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from LeechBlock NG

    Desktop blocker that also stops apps and offers much stricter locks.

    Pros

    • Blocks desktop apps as well as websites in Pro
    • One-time payment covers all your personal computers on both OSes
    • Strong locking options make blocks hard to bypass
    • Free tier covers timed website blocking

    Cons

    • No Linux, ChromeOS, iOS or Android support
    • Scheduling and app blocking require Pro
    • Strict locks can't easily be undone if set by mistake
    Visit Cold Turkey Blocker Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Cold Turkey Blocker a good LeechBlock NG alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS
    Checked Nov 1, 2026getcoldturkey.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro pricing
    One-time lifetime purchase
    Checked Nov 1, 2026getcoldturkey.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days of Pro
    Checked Nov 1, 2026getcoldturkey.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Refund
    30 days
    Checked Nov 1, 2026getcoldturkey.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Freedom logo

    3. Freedom

    Best for: People who want one blocking session to cover their laptop and phone together

    Free plan + paidmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from LeechBlock NG

    Extends blocks to phones and other computers with synced sessions.

    Pros

    • Syncs blocking sessions across desktop and mobile devices
    • Can block websites, apps or the entire internet
    • Scheduling and recurring sessions for routine focus time
    • One-time Forever license as an alternative to a subscription

    Cons

    • Scheduling, Locked Mode and long sessions need Premium
    • Website exceptions only on Mac and Windows
    • No Linux app
    Visit Freedom Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Freedom a good LeechBlock NG alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 29, 2026freedom.to(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $3.33/month billed yearly
    Checked Oct 29, 2026freedom.to(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly price
    $8.99/month
    Checked Oct 29, 2026freedom.to(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, Chromebook
    Checked Oct 29, 2026freedom.to(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days
    Checked Oct 29, 2026freedom.to(opens source in a new tab)

The best LeechBlock NG alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

SelfControl logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for most people

SelfControl

System-wide Mac blocker that covers every browser and can't be undone until the timer ends.

SelfControl logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for a free option

SelfControl

System-wide Mac blocker that covers every browser and can't be undone until the timer ends.

Cold Turkey Blocker logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Cold Turkey Blocker

Desktop blocker that also stops apps and offers much stricter locks.

SelfControl logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for open source

SelfControl

System-wide Mac blocker that covers every browser and can't be undone until the timer ends.

Freedom logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for Mac

Freedom

Extends blocks to phones and other computers with synced sessions.

Cold Turkey Blocker logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for Windows

Cold Turkey Blocker

Desktop blocker that also stops apps and offers much stricter locks.

Freedom logo

Best LeechBlock NG alternative for iPhone and Android

Freedom

Extends blocks to phones and other computers with synced sessions.

LeechBlock NG alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to LeechBlock NG?

SelfControl ranks first right now. System-wide Mac blocker that covers every browser and can't be undone until the timer ends. Cold Turkey Blocker and Freedom follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to LeechBlock NG?

Yes. SelfControl (open source), Cold Turkey Blocker (free plan + paid) and Freedom (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to LeechBlock NG?

Yes: SelfControl.

Why do people switch from LeechBlock NG?

The complaints we hear most: only blocks inside the browser it's installed in; can't block desktop apps or work across devices; easier to bypass than system-level blockers.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces LeechBlock NG, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.