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Bloom alternatives
Bloom compared with 5 alternatives: Brick, Unpluq, Foqos, Opal and one sec.
Bloom is a paid product, starting at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
How each one differs from Bloom
- From $59 one-time
Brick
Physical device you tap to block distracting phone apps
- Brick starts at $59 one-time purchase (device; the app is free). Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription).
Suits: People who override app-based blockers and want a physical barrier
- Free plan · from $6.99/mo
Unpluq
Phone app blocker with an optional NFC key fob
- Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store). Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription).
- Unpluq has a free plan. Bloom does not.
- Bloom can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Unpluq also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who want a physical step between themselves and social apps
- Free
Foqos
Free open-source iPhone app blocker using NFC tags or QR codes
- Foqos is free. Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription).
- Foqos has a free plan. Bloom does not.
- Only Foqos lists a macOS app.
- Only Bloom lists an Android app.
- Foqos is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: iPhone users who want a free alternative to hardware app blockers
- Free plan · from $8.29/mo
Opal
Screen time app that blocks distracting apps on phone and Mac
- Opal starts at $8.29 / month, billed annually ($99.99). Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription).
- Opal has a free plan. Bloom does not.
- Only Opal lists a macOS app.
- Opal also covers focus music.
Suits: Phone users who want distracting apps blocked automatically by rule
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
one sec
Screen time app that adds a pause before distracting apps open
- one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price). Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription).
- one sec has a free plan. Bloom does not.
- Only one sec lists a macOS app.
- Only one sec lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want a pause before social apps rather than a hard block
Limits worth knowing in Bloom
- There is no free plan: the app is a free download, but the site sells its features as part of a card purchase from $39.
- Without the card, apps unlock only through Emergency Exits: three to begin with, plus one more each month.
- Phone only for now: the FAQ says MacBook and iPad versions are still in development. The iPhone app needs iOS 17.6 or later.
- Blocking of adult content, in-app purchases and app installs is listed as iOS only.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Bloom?
The alternatives to Bloom in this directory are Brick, Unpluq, Foqos, Opal and one sec. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bloom.
Is there a free alternative to Bloom?
Yes. Foqos is free to use. Unpluq, Opal and one sec have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Bloom alternatives work on macOS?
The Bloom listing does not include a macOS app. Foqos, Opal and one sec list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Bloom?
Foqos is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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