Best website and app blockers
Focus tools that block distracting websites and apps on a timer or schedule, from free open-source blockers to paid cross-device services.
4 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All website and app blockers
- Alternatives to Freedom
A cross-device website and app blocker that syncs focus sessions across computers and phones.
Free plan + paidmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension - Alternatives to Cold Turkey Blocker
A strict website and app blocker for Windows and macOS with a free tier and one-time Pro license.
Free plan + paidWindows, macOS - Alternatives to SelfControl
A free, open-source Mac app that blocks distracting websites until a timer runs out.
Open sourcemacOS - Alternatives to LeechBlock NG
A free, open-source browser extension that blocks time-wasting sites on schedules or time limits.
Open sourceBrowser extension
Our picks by need
Best for most people
FreedomBest for a free option
SelfControlBest for open source
LeechBlock NGBest for Mac
Cold Turkey BlockerBest for Windows
FreedomBest for iPhone and Android
FreedomCommon questions
What are the best website and app blockers?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading website and app blockers right now are Freedom, Cold Turkey Blocker, SelfControl and LeechBlock NG.
Are there free website and app blockers?
Yes. Freedom (free plan + paid), Cold Turkey Blocker (free plan + paid), SelfControl (open source) and LeechBlock NG (open source) have a free option, out of 4 free or freemium apps we track.
Which website and app blockers are open source?
SelfControl and LeechBlock NG.