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 50 alternatives to Cold Turkey for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, Google Chrome, Windows and iPhone apps. The best Cold Turkey alternative is LeechBlock, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Cold Turkey are Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, DigitalZen, FocusMe and SelfControl.
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- 85 LeechBlock alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
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Country of Origin
United States
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- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
Comments about LeechBlock as an Alternative to Cold Turkey
Most Recent Commentvetu11Free, easy to set up and very effective. If it could block apps too then it would be perfect.
MoskadorIf 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.
- 68 Mindful : Focus & Screen Time alternatives
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.
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- Free • Open Source
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- Android
- 67 DigitalZen alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Microsoft Edge
- Vivaldi
- Google Chrome
- Safari
- Opera
- Brave
- Mozilla Firefox
- 82 FocusMe alternatives
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.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Android
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
Comments about FocusMe as an Alternative to Cold Turkey
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.
SoloPirloFocusMe 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.
- 78 SelfControl alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- 97 Freedom alternatives
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.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
Canada
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
Freedom Features
- 54 DigiPaws alternatives
Tired of losing hours to endless scrolling and Screen Time? Meet DigiPaws – the ultimate app to cure screen addiction!
License model
- Free • Open Source
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Platforms
- Android
- F-Droid
- 77 ClearSpace alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Android
- iPhone
- Google Chrome
- 78 One Sec alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
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Country of Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Microsoft Edge
- Google Chrome
- Safari
- Firefox
Comments about One Sec as an Alternative to Cold Turkey
PrimateProdigyAndroid version only has a small fraction of the features advertised on the website, no app or website blocking, just a breathing exercise/delay.
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.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
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.