AppDetox AlternativesTime Tracking Tools and other similar apps like AppDetox

AppDetox is described as 'Smartphone addicted? Heavy app user? Need more control over your apps? AppDetox helps you to calm down your mobile app usage, and take a digital detox. You are able to set your own rules for your apps to detox from some heavy usage and stop procrastinating' and is a Time Tracking tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 50 alternatives to AppDetox for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, Windows, Google Chrome and iPhone apps. The best AppDetox alternative is LeechBlock, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like AppDetox are RescueTime, Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, Cold Turkey and ClearSpace.

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  1. LeechBlock icon
     57 likes

    LeechBlock is a simple free productivity tool designed to block those time-wasting sites that can suck the life out of your working day. All you need to do is specify which sites to block and when to block them.

    77 LeechBlock alternatives
    Blocking Page

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Anti Procrastination
    3.  Scheduling
    4.  Browser extension
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Block Facebook
    7.  Block apps
    LeechBlock iconAppDetox Icon

    LeechBlock VS AppDetox

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    • LeechBlock is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to AppDetox.

    • LeechBlock is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to AppDetox.

    • LeechBlock is Free and Open SourceAppDetox is Free and Proprietary
    • LeechBlock is Customizable and Privacy focusedAppDetox is not according to our users
  2. RescueTime icon
     211 likes

    This tool automatically monitors computer use, providing detailed insights to enhance productivity and time management. It features goal setting and alerts to help conquer procrastination, while comparing user metrics to average data for broader context.

    237 RescueTime alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Google Chrome

    RescueTime Features

    1. IFTTT icon  IFTTT Integration
    2.  Automatic time tracking
    3.  Life Logging & Quantified Self
    4.  Automated usage tracking
    5.  Employee Time Tracking
    6.  Content Filtering
    7.  Website blocking
    RescueTime iconAppDetox Icon

    RescueTime VS AppDetox

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    • RescueTime is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to AppDetox.

    • RescueTime is the most popular commercial alternative to AppDetox.

    • RescueTime is Paid and ProprietaryAppDetox is Free and Proprietary
  3. Mindful : Focus & Screen Time icon
     11 likes

    People are spending a staggering 8 hours a day glued to their smartphones, mostly lost in endless social media feeds. Our phones have taken over, pulling us deeper into the digital abyss and making our screen time soar.

    56 Mindful : Focus & Screen Time alternatives
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    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Android

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Stay Focused
    2.  Screen time
    Mindful : Focus & Screen Time iconAppDetox Icon

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  4. Cold Turkey icon
     62 likes

    Boost productivity by blocking websites, games, and applications with Cold Turkey. Once locked, blocks are hard to bypass. Install on Windows, macOS with browser extensions for multiple browsers. One-time purchase includes lifetime updates, ensuring privacy with locally stored data.

    80 Cold Turkey alternatives
    Cold Turkey screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    Top Cold Turkey Features

    1.  Block apps
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Anti Procrastination
    4.  Application Blocker
    5.  Stay Focused
    6.  Block Facebook
    7.  Pomodoro Timer
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Block youtube
    11.  Block Distraction
    12.  No Subscription
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  5. ClearSpace icon
     4 likes

    Empowers users to control screen time by blocking apps, minimizing impulsive phone use, and aligning digital habits with health and wellbeing objectives. Features include limiting app usage, scheduling focus time, screen time accountability, and improving attention and mental health.

    63 ClearSpace alternatives
    ClearSpace screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Block apps
    3.  Block Distraction
    4.  Stay Focused
    ClearSpace iconAppDetox Icon

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  6. Forest icon
     33 likes

    Forest is an app to help you stay focused on your work. Whenever you want to concentrate, you can plant a seed in Forest. In the next 30 minutes, this small seed will gradually grow into a big tree. However, if you cannot resist the temptation and leave this app to check...

    84 Forest alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Gamification
    2.  Pomodoro Timer
    3.  Stay Focused
    4.  Block apps
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  7. One Sec icon
     5 likes

    One Sec is a unique screen time tool that delays access to apps and websites rather than blocking them entirely, promoting mindfulness by interrupting unconscious social media habits with a deep breath animation, and contributing mindful moments to the Health App via HealthKit.

    68 One Sec alternatives
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    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Block Distraction
    2.  Screen time
    3.  Time blocking
    4.  Stay Focused
    5.  Block apps
    One Sec iconAppDetox Icon

    One Sec VS AppDetox

    Is One Sec a good alternative to AppDetox?
     
    • One Sec is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to AppDetox.

    • One Sec is Freemium and ProprietaryAppDetox is Free and Proprietary
  8. SelfControl icon
     46 likes

    SelfControl is a free and open-source application for Mac OS X that lets you block your own access to distracting websites, your mail servers, or anything else on the Internet. Just set a period of time to block for, add sites to your blacklist, and click "Start.

    73 SelfControl alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Block apps
    4.  Customize Windows
    SelfControl iconAppDetox Icon

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  9. FocusMe icon
     34 likes

    The All-In-One Application and Website Blocker for Windows, Mac and Android.

    73 FocusMe alternatives
    Focus Plans

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Block Distraction
    3.  Pomodoro Timer
    4.  Stay Focused
    FocusMe iconAppDetox Icon

    FocusMe VS AppDetox

    Is FocusMe a good alternative to AppDetox?
     
    • FocusMe is the most popular SaaS alternative to AppDetox.

    • FocusMe is Paid and ProprietaryAppDetox is Free and Proprietary
  10. DigitalZen icon
     49 likes

    Empower your digital habits with app/site blocking, Focus Time whitelisting, and Monk Mode detox. Supports Linux, screen time scheduling, and offers unique strategies for breaks, night restrictions, and balanced digital living. Embrace efficient device interaction on your terms.

    57 DigitalZen alternatives
    DigitalZen screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Customizable

    Features

    1.  Anti Procrastination
    2.  Stay Focused
    3.  Website blocking
    4.  Pomodoro Timer
    5.  Block apps
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Block Facebook
    8.  Block Distraction
    9.  Browser extension
    10.  Scheduling
    11.  Block youtube
    12.  Application Blocker
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  11. Time Doctor icon
     66 likes

    Time Doctor is a software that provides insights into workforce performance, technology usage, and operational efficiency. It's suitable for all work environments including remote, hybrid, in-office, and outsourced.

    198 Time Doctor alternatives
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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Time Doctor Features

    1.  Task Time Tracking
    2.  Integrated payroll
    3.  Attendance Tracking
    4.  Time Tracking with Screenshots
    5.  Employee Time Tracking
    6.  Automated Screenshots
    7.  Real-time tracking
    8. Trello icon  Trello integration
    9.  Screen monitoring
    Time Doctor iconAppDetox Icon

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    Comments about Time Doctor as an Alternative to AppDetox
     
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    this isn't for personal use

    Negative commentOct 28, 2016
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    • Time Doctor is Paid and ProprietaryAppDetox is Free and Proprietary
  12. Freedom icon
     23 likes

    Be incredibly focused and productive. Join millions of amazing people who use Freedom to manage their screen time and live happier, healthier, and more productive lives.

    87 Freedom alternatives
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    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox

    Freedom Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Stay Focused
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