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Alternatives to Free Time

Free Time: iPhone app that locks distracting apps behind a short puzzle and lets you plan offline hours to cut screen time. Here are 5 other products that do a similar job. Of these, 3 have a free plan.

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  Monochromate

  Chrome and Firefox extension that turns pages grey on a schedule, with site exceptions, to curb doomscrolling.

  Since 2025

  Free · Focus and productivity · Individuals and families

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  Nagomi

  iPhone app that locks the apps you pick during hours you set ahead, allowing a few planned short opens.

  Since 2026

  Free plan · Focus and productivity · Individuals and families

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  Dull

  iPhone browser for Instagram, YouTube, X, Facebook and Reddit that hides Reels, Shorts and feeds and sets time limits.

  Since 2026

  Subscription · Health and habits · Individuals and families

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  Focus Timer

  Pomodoro timer for iPhone that locks the apps you get pulled into during each study or work session.

  Free plan · Focus and productivity · Individuals and families

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  Toggle

  Lets you use Instagram, YouTube and TikTok on iPhone with Reels, Shorts, suggestions and ads hidden.

  Subscription · Focus and productivity · Individuals and families