Cold Turkey Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to Cold Turkey for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is LeechBlock, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Cold Turkey and loads of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Cold Turkey are Freedom, Focus, SelfControl and Focus Firewall.

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  1. LeechBlock icon
     67 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.

    159 LeechBlock alternatives

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    • Since 2014

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  2. Freedom icon
     26 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.

    211 Freedom alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  3. Focus icon
     21 likes

    Focus is a Mac app that blocks distracting websites and applications so you can get peace of mind, and get some work done!.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2015

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    • Mac
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  4. SelfControl icon
     49 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.

    162 SelfControl alternatives

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    • Since 2010

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    • Mac
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  5. 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

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    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  6. 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.

    170 FocusMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2011

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Linux
    • iPhone
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  7. One Sec icon
     14 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.

    171 One Sec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Cisdem AppCrypt locks apps and blocks websites on Mac, Windows, iPhone, and Android. It's easy to use with a simple interface. App locking and website blocking can be active permanently or scheduled for specific times.

    26 Cisdem AppCrypt alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Since 2016

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  9. ScreenZen icon
     10 likes

    Pause before opening a distracting app.

    106 ScreenZen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Mac
    • Windows
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  10. Focus Bear icon
     2 likes

    Make healthy habits and deep work the path of least resistance. Focus Bear blocks distractions on your computer and smart phone so you can get the right things done on your tech devices.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  11. Fomi icon
     4 likes

    Real-time AI distraction blocker. For the serious minds. Whether studying, coding, or researching, Fomi catches distraction in seconds and pulls you back before your flow breaks.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

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    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  12. Opal Focus icon
     3 likes

    Opal Focus is an app that manages screen time with features like app restrictions, real-time feedback, and rewards. It is used globally to enhance productivity and focus.

    103 Opal Focus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2023

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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