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HazeOver alternatives
HazeOver compared with 5 alternatives: Focus, SelfControl, Flow, f.lux and BetterDisplay.
HazeOver is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $4.99 one-time purchase. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| HazeOverThis tool | Free trial · from $4.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Focus | Free trial · from $49 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| SelfControl | Free | Free | macOS |
| Flow | Free plan · from $17.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| f.lux | Free plan · from $24 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| BetterDisplay | Free plan · from $21.99 one-time | Yes | macOS |
How each one differs from HazeOver
- Free trial · from $49 one-time
Focus
Mac app that blocks distracting websites and apps on a schedule
- Focus starts at $49 one-time purchase (Focus 2); the older Focus 1 is $29. HazeOver starts at $4.99 one-time purchase.
- Focus also covers site & app blocker, Pomodoro timer and time tracking.
Suits: Mac users who want websites and apps blocked on a fixed schedule
- Free
SelfControl
Free Mac app that blocks distracting sites until a timer ends
- SelfControl is free. HazeOver starts at $4.99 one-time purchase.
- SelfControl has a free plan. HazeOver does not, though it has a free trial.
- SelfControl is open source, according to its own site.
- HazeOver can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- SelfControl also covers site & app blocker.
Suits: Mac users who want a free blocker they cannot switch off mid-block
- Free plan · from $17.99/yr
Flow
Minimal Pomodoro timer for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
- Flow starts at $17.99 / year ($1.49 / month), or $2.99 monthly (US App Store). HazeOver starts at $4.99 one-time purchase.
- Flow has a free plan. HazeOver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Flow lists an iOS app.
- Flow also covers site & app blocker and Pomodoro timer.
Suits: People who work only on Apple devices and want one timer across them
- Free plan · from $24 one-time
f.lux
Warms your screen's color at night to match the time of day
- f.lux starts at $24 per device, one-time (Windows Corporate Edition). HazeOver starts at $4.99 one-time purchase.
- f.lux has a free plan. HazeOver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only f.lux lists Windows and Linux apps.
- HazeOver can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- f.lux also covers display control.
Suits: People who use a computer in the evening and want a warmer screen
- Free plan · from $21.99 one-time
BetterDisplay
Display scaling, brightness and DDC control for Mac
- BetterDisplay starts at $21.99 one-time purchase (Pro license, tax may apply). HazeOver starts at $4.99 one-time purchase.
- BetterDisplay has a free plan. HazeOver does not, though it has a free trial.
- BetterDisplay also covers display control.
Suits: Controlling an external monitor's brightness, volume and input from the Mac
Limits worth knowing in HazeOver
- Mac only: the current version needs macOS Ventura 13 or later, with older builds offered for earlier systems.
- It only dims background windows; it does not block apps or websites or time work sessions.
- There is no free plan, and the site does not say how long the free trial lasts.
- When every window of the current app is closed or minimized, the whole screen dims until you switch to another app.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to HazeOver?
The alternatives to HazeOver in this directory are Focus, SelfControl, Flow, f.lux and BetterDisplay. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with HazeOver.
Is there a free alternative to HazeOver?
Yes. SelfControl is free to use. Flow, f.lux and BetterDisplay have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which HazeOver alternatives work on Windows?
The HazeOver listing does not include a Windows app. f.lux lists one.
Which HazeOver alternatives work on Linux?
The HazeOver listing does not include a Linux app. f.lux lists one.
Is there an open-source alternative to HazeOver?
SelfControl 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 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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