SelfRestraint Alternatives

SelfRestraint is described as 'If you find yourself constantly ending up on distracting websites, you know what a time sink your computer can be. Unfortunately, you can't just stop using your computer because you need it to be able to get work done' and is an app in the web browsers category. There are more than 25 alternatives to SelfRestraint for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone and Google Chrome apps. The best SelfRestraint alternative is LeechBlock, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SelfRestraint are Cold Turkey, SelfControl, Forest and FocusMe.

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  1. LeechBlock icon

    LeechBlock

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    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.

    99 LeechBlock alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • LeechBlock is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • LeechBlock is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • LeechBlock is Free and Open SourceSelfRestraint is also Free and Open Source
    • LeechBlock is Customizable and Privacy focusedSelfRestraint is not according to our users
  2. Cold Turkey icon

    Cold Turkey

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    Boost productivity by blocking websites, games, and applications with Cold Turkey. Once locked, blocks are hard to bypass. Install on Windows, macOS with browser extensions for multiple browsers. One-time purchase includes lifetime updates, ensuring privacy with locally stored data.

    99 Cold Turkey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  4. SelfControl icon

    SelfControl

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    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.

    88 SelfControl alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
     
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    Forest

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    Stay focused and avoid phone distractions by growing virtual trees that represent completed focus sessions. Track progress with an interactive forest, share achievements with friends, set custom session lengths, review detailed history, and use a whitelist to avoid penalties.

    109 Forest alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • Forest is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Forest is Freemium and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
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    FocusMe

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    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.

    92 FocusMe alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • FocusMe is the most popular SaaS alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • FocusMe is the most popular commercial alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • FocusMe is Paid and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
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    Freedom

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    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.

    112 Freedom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • Freedom is the most popular iPad & Android Tablet alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Freedom is Paid and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
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    DetoxDroid

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    Modifies Android devices to eliminate attention-seeking elements through grayscale visuals, automatic Do Not Disturb, selective app exclusions, and user empowerment with opt-out toggling, offering a self-guided, penalty-free alternative for healthier device use.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Motion AI Scheduling

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    Automates schedules with AI, integrating calendars, tasks, and projects in one centralized dashboard. Automatically reschedules unfinished work, prioritizes tasks, limits meetings, and allocates time for focused sessions. Supports individuals and teams for productive planning.

    109 Motion AI Scheduling alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    • Motion AI Scheduling is the most popular Web-based alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Motion AI Scheduling is Paid and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
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    Digital Detox

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    Disconnect from your phone in order to reconnect with yourself, others, and the world. Start your challenge today!

    76 Digital Detox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  15. Focus Bear icon

    Focus Bear

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    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

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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