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ScreenZen alternatives

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

ScreenZen is free to use. 9 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
ScreenZenThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
one secFree plan · from $3.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension
OpalFree plan · from $8.29/moYesmacOS, 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
BePresentFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android
BrickFrom $59 one-timeNoiOS, Android
FoqosFreeFreemacOS, iOS
minimalist phoneFree trial · from $2.99/moTrial onlyiOS, Android
Stay FocusedFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
StayFreeFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from ScreenZen

  1. 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). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only one sec lists a browser extension.
    • Only ScreenZen lists a Windows app.
    • one sec can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    one sec vs ScreenZenone sec pricing and details

  2. Opal

    Screen time app that blocks distracting apps on phone and Mac

    • Opal starts at $8.29 / month, billed annually ($99.99). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only ScreenZen lists a Windows app.
    • Opal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Opal also covers focus music.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    Opal vs ScreenZenOpal 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). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only Clearspace lists a browser extension.
    • Only ScreenZen lists macOS and Windows apps.

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

    Clearspace vs ScreenZenClearspace 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. ScreenZen is free.
    • Only ScreenZen lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Jomo can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    Jomo vs ScreenZenJomo 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). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only Freedom lists a browser extension.
    • Freedom can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Freedom also covers focus music.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    Freedom vs ScreenZenFreedom pricing and details

  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). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only ScreenZen lists macOS and Windows apps.

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

    BePresent vs ScreenZenBePresent pricing and details

  7. Brick

    Physical device you tap to block distracting phone apps

    • Brick starts at $59 one-time purchase (device; the app is free). ScreenZen is free.
    • ScreenZen has a free plan. Brick does not.
    • Only ScreenZen lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Brick can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    Brick vs ScreenZenBrick pricing and details

  8. Foqos

    Free open-source iPhone app blocker using NFC tags or QR codes

    • Foqos is free. ScreenZen is free.
    • Only ScreenZen lists Android and Windows apps.
    • Foqos is open source, according to its own site.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

    Suits: iPhone users who want a free alternative to hardware app blockers

    Foqos vs ScreenZenFoqos pricing and details

  9. 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). ScreenZen is free.
    • ScreenZen has a free plan. minimalist phone does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only ScreenZen lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • minimalist phone can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • ScreenZen also covers time tracking.

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

    minimalist phone vs ScreenZenminimalist phone pricing and details

  10. 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). ScreenZen is free.
    • Only Stay Focused lists a browser extension.
    • Only ScreenZen lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Stay Focused also covers Pomodoro timer and focus music.

    Suits: People who want blocks they cannot switch off on impulse

    Stay Focused vs ScreenZenStay Focused pricing and details

  11. StayFree

    Free cross-device screen time tracker and app and site blocker

    • StayFree is free. ScreenZen is free.
    • Only StayFree lists a Linux app.
    • Only StayFree lists a browser extension.

    Suits: People who want screen time stats across phone, desktop and browser

    StayFree vs ScreenZenStayFree pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in ScreenZen

  • The app is funded by donations; its in-app purchases are optional tips, listed from $5 to $40 on the US App Store.
  • The halo companion device costs $49, ships to the US only and works with iOS 16.4 or later and Android 12.0 or later.
  • The Windows version is a direct download from ScreenZen's site, while the Mac version shares the App Store listing with the iPhone and iPad app.
  • On Android, website blocking relies on the Accessibility permission.
ScreenZen pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to ScreenZen?

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

Is there a free alternative to ScreenZen?

Yes. Foqos and StayFree are free to use. one sec, Opal, Clearspace, Jomo, Freedom, BePresent and Stay Focused have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which ScreenZen alternatives work on Linux?

The ScreenZen listing does not include a Linux app. StayFree lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to ScreenZen?

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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