FocusMode Alternatives

Apps similar to FocusMode include RescueTime. It's paid, but LeechBlock and Curbox are free. Other options are Cold Turkey, Fomi, One Sec and Freedom. There's no shortage of Anti Procrastination Tools like FocusMode, with more than 25 alternatives for Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone and iPad.

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  1. TimeLimit.io icon
     7 likes

    Limit the usage of Android phones easily.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  2. 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.

    161 FocusMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Linux
    • iPhone
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  3. Trease icon
     2 likes

    A cross platform open source alternative to forest focus.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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  4. Recode icon
     5 likes

    Break free from phone addiction. Taps are too easy. That’s why Recode makes you scan a real barcode or QR to take a break from blocking. A tiny hurdle for your phone, a giant leap for your focus.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
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  5. 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
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  6. Can't put your phone down? Are you addicted to your cell phone? Lock Me Out is a powerful application that allows you to lock yourself out of your device!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
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  7. DigitalZen icon
     95 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.

    128 DigitalZen alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  8. Focus Friend icon
     1 like

    The cozy focus timer with a cute bean companion that helps you stay focused. When you focus, your Bean will focus too!

    64 Focus Friend alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  9. Focus Train icon
     1 like

    Focus Train is a native iOS focus timer (Pomodoro) that reframes deep work as a train journey. Instead of a sterile countdown, you pick a session length like choosing a destination, board, and watch your train travel across a stylized rail map for as long as you stay focused.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
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  10. Twert icon
     2 likes

    Toggleable Websites & Executeables Restrictions and Tracking.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
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  11. Mind Shield  icon
     1 like

    MindShield is an open-source browser extension that adds a 5-second reflection timer before submitting simple queries to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, helping you build better AI habits while processing 100% locally.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
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  12. FocusFlow icon
     1 like

    Windows app blocker that forcibly closes processes, blocks websites system-wide, and enforces schedules or daily limits. PIN-protected focus sessions offer Pomodoro cycles and a kiosk-style desktop mode, while local tasks, habits, notes, and reports stay offline.

    51 FocusFlow alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Good alternative?
     
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