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The best Opal alternatives

Block distracting apps and sites on a schedule. If it is not working for you, here are 3 apps that do the same job, closest match first.

Built from official pricing pages and app store listings, prices checked 2026-11-01. Not paid to be here.

At a glance

AppPricePlatformsPick it if
Opal (the app you have)Free planiPhone, Android, Mac, Windows-
one secFree for one appiPhone, Android, Macyou want a close match
BePresentFree downloadiPhone, Androidyou want a close match
ScreenZen- Screen Time ControlFree downloadiPhone, Androidyou want a close match
1

one sec

Free for one app; subscription for more

Adds a deep breath before you open Instagram, TikTok or any app you pick.

Free planiPhoneAndroidMac
2

BePresent

Free download; paid upgrades in the app
BePresent screenshot from the App Store

Screen time blocker that limits distracting apps and rewards time offline.

Free planiPhoneAndroid

We matched these apps to Opal by what they are for, who they suit and where they run, using our research on each app's official website and app store listing. We have not tested them hands-on for this page. Check the price on each app's own site before you buy.

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