Cold Turkey AlternativesTop Anti Procrastination Tools & Internet Filters like Cold Turkey

Cold Turkey is described as 'Boost productivity by blocking websites, games, and applications. Lock blocks make it almost impossible to bypass. Supports Windows and macOS with browser extensions available' and is a popular anti procrastination tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Cold Turkey for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, iPhone, Windows and Google Chrome apps. The best Cold Turkey alternative is Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Cold Turkey are LeechBlock, DigiPaws, DigitalZen and FocusMe.

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  1. Mindful is a free and open-source app designed to help you regain control over your digital habits, improve your focus, and boost productivity. Whether you're battling social media addiction, struggling to stay focused, or simply looking for a way to better manage your...

    99 Mindful : Focus & Screen Time alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  2. LeechBlock icon
     65 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.

    107 LeechBlock alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    LeechBlock vs Cold Turkey Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    7

    It's really hard to bypass Leechblock and it keeps you off distracting websites. Unfortunately, it doesn't do so for apps, which would be useful.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Shuunen
    2

    LeechBlock does not replace Cold Turkey because it only cover broswer usage

    Moskador
    1

    If you're looking for a complete replacement for CTB, this one won't do, as it only blocks websites. Still it does it's job pretty well.

    3 of 5 comments
    • LeechBlock is Free and Open SourceCold Turkey is Freemium and Proprietary
    • LeechBlock is Customizable and Privacy focusedCold Turkey is not according to our users
  3. DigitalZen icon
     94 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.

    86 DigitalZen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  4. FocusMe icon
     35 likes

    Block distractions on Windows, Mac, and Android with FocusMe's Blacklist, Whitelist, Time Tracker, Scheduler, Pomodoro Timer, and security features like Password Protection and Forced Mode to boost productivity by customizing user feedback-based settings.

    101 FocusMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    FocusMe vs Cold Turkey Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Blocks exactly what you want it to block. I was afraid I'd need to disable Chrome on my device, but FocusMe even lets you block the specific websites that give you trouble.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    SoloPirlo
    Positive
    -2

    FocusMe is the best app to block distractions on the internet. A lot of options, very reliable and excellent support. Being the biggest procrastinator in the universe, I have tested them all. FocusMe is it.

    • FocusMe is Paid and ProprietaryCold Turkey is Freemium and Proprietary
  5. SelfControl icon
     48 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.

    97 SelfControl alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  6. Freedom icon
     25 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.

    123 Freedom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  7. Reef helps you stay focused by blocking distracting apps, setting daily routines, and giving you insights into your screen time — all without ads, clutter, or tracking.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
  8. ClearSpace icon
     6 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.

    95 ClearSpace alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
     
  9. StayFocusd icon
     42 likes

    StayFocusd is a productivity extension for Google Chrome that helps you stay focused on work by restricting the amount of time you can spend on time-wasting websites. Once your allotted time has been used up, the sites you have blocked will be inaccessible for the rest of the...

    128 StayFocusd alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
     
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    StayFocusd vs Cold Turkey Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Not the same features but then again it's free

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • StayFocusd is Free and ProprietaryCold Turkey is Freemium and Proprietary
    • StayFocusd is Privacy focusedCold Turkey is not according to our users
  10. Focus Firewall makes distracting websites and apps seem offline, helping you focus on what you opened your Mac for. You can check social media later.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. One Sec icon
     12 likes

    Interrupts app and website launches by introducing a delay with a mindfulness animation, reducing unconscious social media habits, supporting habit change, and recording mindful moments in HealthKit to promote conscious device use and self-reflection.

    96 One Sec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    One Sec vs Cold Turkey Comments
    PrimateProdigy
    Negative
    0

    Android version only has a small fraction of the features advertised on the website, no app or website blocking, just a breathing exercise/delay.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • One Sec is Freemium and ProprietaryCold Turkey is also Freemium and Proprietary
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