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Unpluq alternatives
Unpluq compared with 6 alternatives: Brick, Opal, one sec, Clearspace, Foqos and 1 more.
Unpluq has a free plan. Paid plans start at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store). 4 of the 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UnpluqThis tool | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Brick | From $59 one-time | No | iOS, Android |
| Opal | Free plan · from $8.29/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android |
| one sec | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Clearspace | Free plan · from $6.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Foqos | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
| Bloom | From $39 one-time | No | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Unpluq
- From $59 one-time
Brick
Physical device you tap to block distracting phone apps
- Brick starts at $59 one-time purchase (device; the app is free). Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- Unpluq has a free plan. Brick does not.
- Brick can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Unpluq also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who override app-based blockers and want a physical barrier
- 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). Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- Only Opal lists a macOS app.
- Opal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Opal also covers focus music.
- Unpluq also covers time tracking.
Suits: Phone users who want distracting apps blocked automatically by rule
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
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). Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- 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 pause before social apps rather than a hard block
- Free plan · from $6.99/mo
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). Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- Only Clearspace lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want friction before social apps rather than a hard block
- Free
Foqos
Free open-source iPhone app blocker using NFC tags or QR codes
- Foqos is free. Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- Only Foqos lists a macOS app.
- Only Unpluq lists an Android app.
- Foqos is open source, according to its own site.
- Unpluq also covers time tracking.
Suits: iPhone users who want a free alternative to hardware app blockers
- From $39 one-time
Bloom
Metal NFC keycard you tap to lock distracting phone apps
- Bloom starts at $39 one-time purchase (card; the app has no subscription). Unpluq starts at $6.99 / month, or $59.99 / year (US App Store).
- Unpluq has a free plan. Bloom does not.
- Bloom can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Unpluq also covers time tracking.
Suits: People who keep dismissing software-only screen time limits
Limits worth knowing in Unpluq
- The free version stops at 2 blocked apps, 1 schedule and 2 barrier types.
- The Unpluq Tag only works with a Premium subscription, so the hardware price comes on top of one.
- Website blocking works only on iPhone and only in Safari; the FAQ says Android cannot block websites yet.
- Phone only: the App Store listing is iPhone-only, there is no desktop app, and the web store sets prices by country.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Unpluq?
The alternatives to Unpluq in this directory are Brick, Opal, one sec, Clearspace, Foqos and Bloom. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Unpluq.
Is there a free alternative to Unpluq?
Yes. Foqos is free to use. Opal, one sec and Clearspace have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Unpluq alternatives work on macOS?
The Unpluq listing does not include a macOS app. Opal, one sec and Foqos list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Unpluq?
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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