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SelfControl vs Focus Bear: catalog facts
SelfControlFocus Bear
Free

Free and open source, supported by donations.

Paid

Subscription pricing; check the website for current plans.

macOS Windows, macOS, iOS
  • Block cannot be undone until the timer expires
  • Survives restarts and deleting the app
  • Blocks distractions during focus sessions
  • Guided morning and evening routines
  • macOS only
  • No way to end a block early if you set it wrongly
  • Android app still in development
  • No Linux version
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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