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StayFocusd alternatives

StayFocusd compared with 6 alternatives: LeechBlock NG, BlockSite, StayFree, Cold Turkey Blocker, Freedom and 1 more.

StayFocusd is free to use. 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

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
StayFocusdThis toolFreeFreeBrowser extension
LeechBlock NGFreeFreeBrowser extension
BlockSiteFree plan · from $3.99/moYesiOS, Android, Browser extension
StayFreeFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Cold Turkey BlockerFree plan · from $45 one-timeYesmacOS, Windows, Browser extension
FreedomFree plan · from $3.33/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
OttoFree plan · from $29/yrYesWeb, Browser extension

How each one differs from StayFocusd

  1. LeechBlock NG

    Free browser extension that blocks time-wasting sites on a schedule

    • LeechBlock NG is free. StayFocusd is free.
    • LeechBlock NG is open source, according to its own site.
    • StayFocusd also covers time tracking.

    Suits: People who want a free site blocker inside the browser they already use

    LeechBlock NG vs StayFocusdLeechBlock NG pricing and details

  2. BlockSite

    Website and app blocker for browsers and phones

    • BlockSite starts at $3.99 / month or $23.99 / year (US App Store; several amounts listed). StayFocusd is free.
    • Only BlockSite lists iOS and Android apps.
    • BlockSite can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • StayFocusd also covers time tracking.

    Suits: Blocking the same sites and apps on a phone and in desktop browsers

    BlockSite vs StayFocusdBlockSite pricing and details

  3. StayFree

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

    • StayFree is free. StayFocusd is free.
    • Only StayFree lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.

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

    StayFree vs StayFocusdStayFree pricing and details

  4. Cold Turkey Blocker

    Website and app blocker for Windows and Mac with strict locks

    • Cold Turkey Blocker starts at $45 one-time purchase (Blocker Pro). StayFocusd is free.
    • Only Cold Turkey Blocker lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Cold Turkey Blocker can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Cold Turkey Blocker also covers Pomodoro timer.
    • StayFocusd also covers time tracking.

    Suits: People who talk themselves out of softer blockers mid-session

    Cold Turkey Blocker vs StayFocusdCold Turkey Blocker 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). StayFocusd is free.
    • Only Freedom lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Freedom can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Freedom also covers focus music.
    • StayFocusd also covers time tracking.

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

    Freedom vs StayFocusdFreedom pricing and details

  6. Otto

    Pomodoro timer and website blocker extension for Chrome

    • Otto starts at $29 for a one-year license, or $66 once for a lifetime license. StayFocusd is free.
    • Only Otto lists a web app.
    • Otto can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Otto also covers tasks and Pomodoro timer.

    Suits: People who do most of their work inside Chrome

    Otto vs StayFocusdOtto pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in StayFocusd

  • It runs only as a Chrome or Edge extension; the site says it is not available for Opera and links to no Firefox or Safari version.
  • It limits websites only: desktop apps are not blocked, and phone usage comes from the separate StayFree app.
  • Sensor Tower's privacy policy says that, with your consent, de-identified website and ad usage data is sent to its servers and used in products it sells.
StayFocusd pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to StayFocusd?

The alternatives to StayFocusd in this directory are LeechBlock NG, BlockSite, StayFree, Cold Turkey Blocker, Freedom and Otto. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with StayFocusd.

Is there a free alternative to StayFocusd?

Yes. LeechBlock NG and StayFree are free to use. BlockSite, Cold Turkey Blocker, Freedom and Otto have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which StayFocusd alternatives work on Windows?

The StayFocusd listing does not include a Windows app. StayFree, Cold Turkey Blocker and Freedom list one.

Which StayFocusd alternatives work on macOS?

The StayFocusd listing does not include a macOS app. StayFree, Cold Turkey Blocker and Freedom list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to StayFocusd?

LeechBlock NG 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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