SelfControl Alternatives

SelfControl is described as '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' and is a anti procrastination tool in the os & utilities category. There are more than 50 alternatives to SelfControl for a variety of platforms, including Android, Mac, iPhone, Windows and iPad apps. The best SelfControl alternative is Cold Turkey, which is free. Other great apps like SelfControl are StayFocusd, Mindful : Focus & Screen Time, FocusMe and DigiPaws.

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  1. Focusmo icon
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    Focusmo is a powerful productivity app designed to help you achieve deeper focus and accomplish more meaningful work in less time. By creating structured focus sessions, Focusmo helps you eliminate distractions and build sustainable productivity habits.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  2. Flora is a new way to stay off your phone, clear to-do lists, and build positive, life-changing habits. Whenever you want to make progress towards your goals, plant a seed in Flora.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • Android
     
  3. Islet icon
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    Islet helps you focus and get things done - your way. Whether you're studying, working, or building a new habit, Islet provides the tools you need to stay on track without the overwhelm.

    11 Islet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  4. Cape App icon
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    Set and enforce daily usage limits on individual apps, automatically restrict access when thresholds are reached, use location and time schedules, enable manual override, and streamline digital wellbeing with shortcuts, widgets, and automated break reminders.

    51 Cape App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  5. DuePal icon
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    Conquer time blindness and master your daily schedule with DuePal. Designed specifically with ADHD brains in mind, DuePal keeps your next deadline visible, always.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • iPhone
     
  6. Hyud icon
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    MacOS application that helps user take breaks, do some tiny workout during those (to reduce sedentary lifestyle), monitor and fix their posture (so that they have less back pain, stand taller and look overall more confident) and help them block distractions by blocking any website.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  7. A modern Windows productivity suite built with Python & PySide6. Features a strict app blocker, focus timer, analytics dashboard, and a stunning Acrylic Glass UI.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary (MIT)

    Platforms

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

    51 Focus Friend alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
     
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