Umbra is a native Windows focus app that blocks distracting apps and websites while you work — a free alternative to paid tools like Cold Turkey Blocker or Freedom.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
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ScrollGuard Alternatives
Apps similar to ScrollGuard include ActivityWatch, which is free and open source. Other options are Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, TimeScribe, LeechBlock and LockedIn YT. There's no shortage of Anti Procrastination Tools like ScrollGuard, with more than 100 alternatives for Android, Mac, iPhone, Windows and iPad.
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Digital wellness app that keeps all apps restricted by default and lets you unlock only what you need — with AI coaching and physical challenges.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- iPhone
- iPad
Japan
AppBlockr is a simple, no-nonsense app blocker. Pick the apps that pull you in, set a timer, and they stay locked until time runs out. That's it. No account, no setup, nothing leaves your device.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- iPhone
- iPad
United States
An AI focus companion for Windows that can tell a 10 hour work day from a 10 hour binge. It knows your goal and nudges you back on track.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- United States
Take control of your time and focus on what matters most. Achieve! Is the #1 App for Earning your Screen Time instead of just blocking it.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Platforms
- iPhone
- iPad
- United States
51 Brain Rot Shield alternativesReclaim your time with smart app blocking.
BrainRotShield helps you stay focused by automatically blocking distracting apps—like social media, games, or streaming—during the hours you choose. Whether it's study time, work hours, or bedtime, your custom schedule keeps you on track.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- iPhone
- United States
51 Kiki - Accountability Monster alternativesThe accountability monster for people who are easily distracted. Kiki helps you get more done by focusing on one thing at a time.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Mac
- United States
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iPhone app blocker lets you pick distracting apps to block in timed sessions, start sessions with a tap via optional NFC tag, and choose Easy or Strict modes for flexibility. No tracking, accounts, subscriptions, or dashboards; made for privacy and focus.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- iPhone
- United States
tidytube is an open-source web extension which allows you to remove parts of Youtube's UI. Users are able to remove elements from the search page, homepage as well as blocking shorts from playing. Some parts of the extension will not work in all languages at the moment.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Mozilla Firefox
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
- Japan
Block distracting websites and entire categories while preserving access to useful pages through custom exceptions. Describe a task to allow relevant sites, lock blocks for a set duration, and schedule free time across supported desktop and mobile platforms.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Android
- iPhone
- Microsoft Edge
- Google Chrome
- Safari
- Mozilla Firefox
Germany
EU
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Kalma is a digital wellbeing and focus app that lets you temporarily pause distracting messaging and social apps without disconnecting your whole phone.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Android
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