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 FocusMe. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try DigitalZen or LeechBlock. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Cold Turkey and many of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Cold Turkey are SelfControl, Freedom, Focus Firewall and Focus.

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  1. 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.

    112 FocusMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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  2. 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.

    97 DigitalZen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  3. LeechBlock icon
     66 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.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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  4. 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.

    107 SelfControl alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  5. 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.

    134 Freedom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  6. 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
     
  7. 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!.

    119 Focus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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  8. 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.

    106 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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  9. ScreenZen icon
     9 likes

    Pause before opening a distracting app.

    48 ScreenZen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    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

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. 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.

    13 Cisdem AppCrypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12. Fomi icon
     3 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

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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