Alternatives to LeechBlock NG
A browser extension that blocks distracting websites during set time periods or after a time limit. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
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LeechBlock NG
A browser extension that blocks distracting websites during set time periods or after a time limit.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as LeechBlock NG.
StayFocusd
A browser extension that blocks distracting websites or limits how much time you spend on them.
StayFocusd offers daily time limits, a Nuclear Option and usage reports, but is built for Chromium browsers and its website uses advertising cookies.
BlockSite
A website and app blocker for browsers, desktop and phones, with focus sessions and a Premium tier.
BlockSite blocks apps as well as sites on browsers and phones with a Focus Mode, while some features need a paid Premium subscription.
Freedom
An app and website blocker that syncs block lists and focus sessions across devices.
Freedom syncs blocks across Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and Chrome with a locked mode, but is paid after the trial and requires an account.
Cold Turkey Blocker
A website and app blocker for Windows and macOS with scheduled, locked focus blocks.
Cold Turkey Blocker runs on Windows and macOS and blocks desktop apps and the whole internet with locked blocks, though some features are paid.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
News Feed Eradicator
A browser extension that replaces social media news feeds with a quote to reduce distraction.
Unhook
A browser extension that hides YouTube recommendation feeds, comments and other distractions.
Momentum
Replaces the new tab page with a photo, a focus and a to-do list.
Auto Tab Discard
Suspends inactive tabs to free memory, keeping them in the tab strip.
Tab Wrangler
Chrome and Firefox extension that automatically closes tabs you have not used and keeps them for restoring.
