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one sec compared with 11 alternatives: Opal, ScreenZen, Clearspace, Jomo, Freedom and 6 more.

one sec has a free plan. Paid plans start at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price). 8 of the 11 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

11 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
one secThis toolFree plan · from $3.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension
OpalFree plan · from $8.29/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android
ScreenZenFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
ClearspaceFree plan · from $6.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
JomoFree plan · from $2.49/moYesmacOS, iOS
FreedomFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
AppBlockFree plan · from $2.50/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
BePresentFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android
BloomFrom $39 one-timeNoiOS, Android
BrickFrom $59 one-timeNoiOS, Android
minimalist phoneFree trial · from $2.99/moTrial onlyiOS, Android
UnpluqFree plan · from $6.99/moYesiOS, Android

How each one differs from one sec

  1. Opal

    Screen time app that blocks distracting apps on phone and Mac

    • Opal starts at $8.29 / month, billed annually ($99.99). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • Opal also covers focus music.

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

    Opal vs one secOpal pricing and details

  2. ScreenZen

    Free app that delays and blocks distracting apps and sites

    • ScreenZen is free. one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only ScreenZen lists a Windows app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • one sec can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    ScreenZen vs one secScreenZen pricing and details

  3. 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). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • one sec can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Clearspace also covers time tracking.

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

    Clearspace vs one secClearspace pricing and details

  4. Jomo

    Screen time blocker for iPhone, iPad and Mac with flexible rules

    • Jomo starts at $2.49 / month billed annually ($29.99), or $5.99 monthly. one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists an Android app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • Jomo also covers time tracking.

    Suits: iPhone and Mac users who want the same blocking rules on both

    Jomo vs one secJomo pricing and details

  5. Freedom

    Website and app blocker that runs across computers and phones

    • Freedom starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only Freedom lists a Windows app.
    • Freedom also covers focus music.

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

    Freedom vs one secFreedom pricing and details

  6. AppBlock

    App and website blocker with schedules and a strict mode

    • AppBlock starts at $2.50 / month, billed yearly ($29.99). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • AppBlock also covers Pomodoro timer.

    Suits: Phone users who want blocks that start by time, place or Wi-Fi network

    AppBlock vs one secAppBlock pricing and details

  7. 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). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • one sec can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • BePresent also covers time tracking.

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

    BePresent vs one secBePresent pricing and details

  8. Bloom

    Metal NFC keycard you tap to lock distracting phone apps

    • Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • 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 keep dismissing software-only screen time limits

    Bloom vs one secBloom pricing and details

  9. Brick

    Physical device you tap to block distracting phone apps

    • Brick starts at $59 one-time purchase (device; the app is free). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • one sec has a free plan. Brick does not.
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.

    Suits: People who override app-based blockers and want a physical barrier

    Brick vs one secBrick pricing and details

  10. minimalist phone

    Text-only home screen and app blocker for Android and iPhone

    • minimalist phone starts at $2.99 / month or $9.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • one sec has a free plan. minimalist phone does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.

    Suits: People who open social apps out of habit and want friction first

    minimalist phone vs one secminimalist phone pricing and details

  11. Unpluq

    Phone app blocker with an optional NFC key fob

    • Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store). one sec starts at $3.99 / month, or $19.99 / year (US web store price).
    • Only one sec lists a macOS app.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • one sec 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

    Unpluq vs one secUnpluq pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in one sec

  • The free version covers a single app or website; adding more needs one sec pro.
  • The price depends on where you buy: one sec's web store charges $3.99 a month in the US, while the US App Store lists the monthly purchase at $6.99.
  • No Windows or Linux desktop app is listed; on those systems one sec runs only as a browser extension.
  • Not every Pro feature is on every platform: the help center's table marks strict block sessions and website blocking as unavailable on Android.
one sec pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to one sec?

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

Is there a free alternative to one sec?

Yes. ScreenZen is free to use. Opal, Clearspace, Jomo, Freedom, AppBlock, BePresent and Unpluq have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which one sec alternatives work on Windows?

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

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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