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Regain alternatives
Regain compared with 6 alternatives: Forest, Opal, AppBlock, YPT, Stay Focused and 1 more.
Regain has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| RegainThis tool | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Forest | Free plan · from $5.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Opal | Free plan · from $8.29/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android |
| AppBlock | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| YPT | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Stay Focused | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Engross | Free plan · from $5.99 | Yes | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Regain
- Free plan · from $5.99/mo
Forest
Focus timer that grows a virtual tree while you stay off apps
- Forest starts at $5.99 / month, or from $32.49 / year (US App Store). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- Only Forest lists a browser extension.
- Regain also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who respond to a visual reward for staying off their phone
- 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). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- Only Opal lists a macOS app.
- Opal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Regain also covers Pomodoro timer and time tracking.
Suits: Phone users who want distracting apps blocked automatically by rule
- Free plan · from $2.50/mo
AppBlock
App and website blocker with schedules and a strict mode
- AppBlock starts at $2.50 / month, billed yearly ($29.99). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- Only AppBlock lists a browser extension.
- AppBlock can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Regain also covers time tracking and focus music.
Suits: Phone users who want blocks that start by time, place or Wi-Fi network
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
YPT
Study timer with group tracking and live rankings
- YPT starts at $2.99 / month or $19.99 / 12 months (US App Store; several amounts listed). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- YPT also covers tasks.
- Regain also covers Pomodoro timer and focus music.
Suits: Students who want to log study hours subject by subject
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
Stay Focused
App and website blocker with schedules, limits and Strict Mode
- Stay Focused starts at $3.99 / month, or $24.99 / year (US App Store). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- Only Stay Focused lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want blocks they cannot switch off on impulse
- Free plan · from $5.99
Engross
Pomodoro timer with to-do list and planner for phones
- Engross starts at $5.99 for Engross Premium (US App Store; billing basis not shown). Regain starts at $9.99 / month or $29.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed).
- Engross also covers tasks and calendar.
Suits: Students planning study blocks and tracking study time
Limits worth knowing in Regain
- The US App Store lists Regain Pro at three monthly and seven annual amounts and does not say which one a new subscriber pays.
- The vendor's refund policy quotes Android prices in rupees only: INR 199 a month or INR 999 a year, lower during offers.
- On iOS, Pomodoro, Strict Mode, premium themes and focus music all need Pro, and the app requires iOS 26 or later.
- YouTube Study Mode, Reels and Shorts blocking and focus groups are described for Android; there is no desktop or web version.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Regain?
The alternatives to Regain in this directory are Forest, Opal, AppBlock, YPT, Stay Focused and Engross. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Regain.
Is there a free alternative to Regain?
Yes. Forest, Opal, AppBlock, YPT, Stay Focused and Engross have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Regain alternatives work on macOS?
The Regain listing does not include a macOS app. Opal lists 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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