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Jomo alternatives

Jomo compared with 6 alternatives: Opal, one sec, ScreenZen, Clearspace, Freedom and 1 more.

Jomo has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
JomoThis toolFree plan · from $2.49/moYesmacOS, iOS
OpalFree plan · from $8.29/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android
one secFree plan · from $3.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension
ScreenZenFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
ClearspaceFree plan · from $6.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
FreedomFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
BePresentFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android

How each one differs from Jomo

  1. Opal

    Screen time app that blocks distracting apps on phone and Mac

    • Opal starts at $8.29 / month, billed annually ($99.99). Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only Opal lists an Android app.
    • Opal also covers focus music.
    • Jomo also covers time tracking.

    Suits: Phone users who want distracting apps blocked automatically by rule

  2. 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). Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only one sec lists an Android app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • Jomo also covers time tracking.

    Suits: People who want a pause before social apps rather than a hard block

  3. ScreenZen

    Free app that delays and blocks distracting apps and sites

    • ScreenZen is free. Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only ScreenZen lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Jomo can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want a screen time blocker without paying a subscription

  4. Clearspace

    Screen time app that adds a pause and a time limit to distracting apps

    • Clearspace starts at $6.99 / month, or $44.99 / year (US App Store). Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only Clearspace lists an Android app.
    • Only Clearspace lists a browser extension.
    • Only Jomo lists a macOS app.
    • Jomo can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want friction before social apps rather than a hard block

  5. Freedom

    Website and app blocker that runs across computers and phones

    • Freedom starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only Freedom lists Windows and Android apps.
    • Only Freedom lists a browser extension.
    • Freedom also covers focus music.
    • Jomo also covers time tracking.

    Suits: People who want one blocking session to cover a computer and a phone together

  6. BePresent

    Gamified screen time app with app blocking, streaks and rewards

    • BePresent starts at $3.99 / month or $24.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly.
    • Only BePresent lists an Android app.
    • Only Jomo lists a macOS app.
    • Jomo can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who respond to streaks, points and leaderboards more than to hard limits

Limits worth knowing in Jomo

  • Apple devices only: iPhone, iPad and Mac. Jomo's pages list no Android or Windows version.
  • The free plan allows 1 Session, 1 Action or Limit and 1 Screen Time Budget.
  • Strict Mode, the Apple Health integration and multiple Screen Time Budgets need Jomo Plus.
  • The help center says only the lifetime plan can be shared with family, yet the US App Store also lists Jomo Plus Family at $11.99 a month and $59.99 a year.
Jomo pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Jomo?

The alternatives to Jomo in this directory are Opal, one sec, ScreenZen, Clearspace, Freedom and BePresent. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Jomo.

Is there a free alternative to Jomo?

Yes. ScreenZen is free to use. Opal, one sec, Clearspace, Freedom and BePresent have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Jomo alternatives work on Windows?

The Jomo listing does not include a Windows app. ScreenZen and Freedom list one.

Which Jomo alternatives work on Android?

The Jomo listing does not include an Android app. Opal, one sec, ScreenZen, Clearspace, Freedom and BePresent list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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