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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
  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)

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.