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, Google Chrome and Linux apps. The best SelfRestraint alternative is LeechBlock, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SelfRestraint are Cold Turkey, Forest, SelfControl and Freedom.

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SelfRestraint alternatives are mainly Anti Procrastination Tools but may also be Time Tracking Tools or Internet Filters.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of SelfRestraint.
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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.

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SelfRestraint alternatives page was last updated Apr 20, 2023
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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.

    83 LeechBlock alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Blocking Page

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Privacy focused
    3.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Anti Procrastination
    3.  Scheduling
    4.  Browser extension
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Block Facebook
    7.  Block apps

    LeechBlock VS SelfRestraint

     

    • 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.

    86 Cold Turkey alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    Cold Turkey screenshot 1

    Top Cold Turkey Features

    1.  Block apps
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Anti Procrastination
    4.  Application Blocker
    5.  Stay Focused
    6.  No Subscription
    7.  Pomodoro Timer
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Dark Mode
    10.  Block Facebook
    11.  Block youtube
    12.  Block Distraction

    Cold Turkey VS SelfRestraint

     
  4. Forest icon

    Forest

     33 likes
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    Forest is an app to help you stay focused on your work. Whenever you want to concentrate, you can plant a seed in Forest. In the next 30 minutes, this small seed will gradually grow into a big tree. However, if you cannot resist the temptation and leave this app to check...

    93 Forest alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Gamification
    2.  Pomodoro Timer
    3.  Stay Focused
    4.  Block apps

    Forest VS SelfRestraint

     

    • Forest is the most popular Android & iPhone alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Forest is Freemium and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
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  6. 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.

    78 SelfControl alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Block apps
    4.  Customize Windows

    SelfControl VS SelfRestraint

     
  7. Freedom icon

    Freedom

     24 likes
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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.

    95 Freedom alternatives

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    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Freedom screenshot 1

    Freedom Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Website blocking
    3.  Stay Focused

    Freedom VS SelfRestraint

     

    • Freedom is the most popular iPad & Android Tablet alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Freedom is the most popular commercial alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • Freedom is Paid and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
  8. FocusMe icon

    FocusMe

     34 likes
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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.

    79 FocusMe alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Focus Plans

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Block Distraction
    3.  Pomodoro Timer
    4.  Stay Focused

    FocusMe VS SelfRestraint

     

    • FocusMe is the most popular SaaS alternative to SelfRestraint.

    • FocusMe is Paid and ProprietarySelfRestraint is Free and Open Source
  10. TimeLimit.io icon

    TimeLimit.io

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    Limit the usage of Android phones easily.

    74 TimeLimit.io alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    TimeLimit.io screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Block Distraction
    3.  Application Blocker

    TimeLimit.io VS SelfRestraint

     
  11. Focus icon

    Focus

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

    87 Focus alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    Focus screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Website blocking
    2.  Application Blocker
    3.  Stay Focused
    4.  Support for scripting
    5.  Block Distraction

    Focus VS SelfRestraint

     
  12. DetoxDroid icon

    DetoxDroid

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    Usually, "Digital Detoxing" apps in Android are about opting-in for a contract to not use our phones for the next X minutes. Or that we will not use the app Y for more than Z minutes. These contracts are often reinforced with financial incentives, i.e.

    74 DetoxDroid alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    DetoxDroid screenshot 1
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    Properties

    1.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Block Distraction

    DetoxDroid VS SelfRestraint

     
  13. Motion AI Scheduling icon

    Motion AI Scheduling

     4 likes
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    Motion is a digital tool that uses artificial intelligence to optimize your daily planning. It integrates with your calendars, tasks, and projects to create an efficient schedule for you and your team. The AI technology automates the planning process, potentially saving you over...

    97 Motion AI Scheduling alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    Motion AI Scheduling screenshot 1

    Motion AI Scheduling Features

    1.  Calendar Integration
    2. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar
    3.  Kanban Board
    4.  Reminders
    5.  Stay Focused
    6.  AI-Powered

    Motion AI Scheduling VS SelfRestraint

     

    • Motion AI Scheduling is the most popular Web-based alternative to SelfRestraint.

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

    Digital Detox

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

    70 Digital Detox alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Digital Detox screenshot 1

    Digital Detox VS SelfRestraint

     
  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.

    61 Focus Bear alternatives

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Focus Bear screenshot 1

    Focus Bear Features

    1.  Goal Tracking
    2.  Gamification
    3.  Mood Tracking
    4.  Goal Setting

    Focus Bear VS SelfRestraint

     
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