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Curbox vs Opal: catalog facts
Curbox	Opal
Free Free and open source under the GPL 3.0 or later.	Freemium Free to download, with a paid Opal Pro subscription for more features.
Android	macOS, Android, iOS
Blocks Reels and Shorts without blocking the whole app Wide choice of unlock challenges, including NFC and QR codes	App blocking rules that apply on phone and desktop Focus timer that locks apps until it runs out
Android only Self-imposed limits can still be worked around by a determined user	Some features require the paid Pro subscription Gamified rewards and friend invites may not suit everyone
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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