Alternatives · Focus
StayFree alternatives
StayFree compared with 6 alternatives: ScreenZen, Freedom, AppBlock, Stay Focused, Cold Turkey Blocker and 1 more.
StayFree is free to use. 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
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| StayFreeThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| ScreenZen | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Freedom | Free plan · from $3.33/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| AppBlock | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Stay Focused | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Cold Turkey Blocker | Free plan · from $45 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Browser extension |
| StayFocusd | Free | Free | Browser extension |
How each one differs from StayFree
- Free
ScreenZen
Free app that delays and blocks distracting apps and sites
- ScreenZen is free. StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists a Linux app.
- Only StayFree lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want a screen time blocker without paying a subscription
- Free plan · from $3.33/mo
Freedom
Website and app blocker that runs across computers and phones
- Freedom starts at $3.33 / month, billed yearly ($39.99). StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists a Linux app.
- Freedom can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Freedom also covers focus music.
- StayFree also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who want one blocking session to cover a computer and a phone together
- 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). StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- AppBlock can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- AppBlock also covers Pomodoro timer.
- StayFree also covers time tracking.
Suits: Phone users who want blocks that start by time, place or Wi-Fi network
- 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). StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- Stay Focused also covers Pomodoro timer and focus music.
Suits: People who want blocks they cannot switch off on impulse
- Free plan · from $45 one-time
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). StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Cold Turkey Blocker can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Cold Turkey Blocker also covers Pomodoro timer.
- StayFree also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who talk themselves out of softer blockers mid-session
- Free
StayFocusd
Free Chrome and Edge extension that limits time on distracting sites
- StayFocusd is free. StayFree is free.
- Only StayFree lists Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Chrome and Edge users who want a free blocker with daily time allowances
Limits worth knowing in StayFree
- StayFree is owned by Sensor Tower; its privacy policy says app and website usage data is collected and sold in anonymized, aggregated form.
- Hiding Shorts, reels and other feed sections is described for the browser extension; the iOS listing mentions only usage history, block mode and schedules.
- On Android, website blocking relies on the Accessibility Service permission.
- The Safari extension on the Mac App Store requires macOS 26.5 or later.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to StayFree?
The alternatives to StayFree in this directory are ScreenZen, Freedom, AppBlock, Stay Focused, Cold Turkey Blocker and StayFocusd. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with StayFree.
Is there a free alternative to StayFree?
Yes. ScreenZen and StayFocusd are free to use. Freedom, AppBlock, Stay Focused and Cold Turkey Blocker have a free plan alongside paid ones.
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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