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Ashdeck vs Focus Fence

Both stand on distraction blocking software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Ashdeck

Free plan Extension

Ashdeck brings website blocking, focus timers, and task management into a browser’s new tab. Check the plan details and privacy disclosures to decide whether its features and data practices suit you.

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Focus Fence

Free plan iPhoneMac

Focus Fence ties app and website limits to places, with schedules and temporary exceptions as additional controls. Check the device requirements and listed subscription options before choosing it.

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The facts

AshdeckFocus Fence
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onExtensioniPhone, Mac
Lowest paid planSee the plansAnnual: $14.99 a year
Plans published34
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteashdeck.comgetfocusfence.com
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Ashdeck: what it does well

  • Schedules blocking for work, study, or focus hours.
  • Includes Pomodoro sessions and timers.
  • Available for Chrome and Chromium-based browsers.
  • Paid plans include unlimited tasks and lists with reminders.

What to know first

  • App integrations are not named.
  • The privacy policy says it collects account and Pomodoro usage data.
  • Cookies may remember preferences such as blocked websites.

Focus Fence: what it does well

  • Rules activate on arrival and end on departure.
  • Schedules can also control blocking.
  • Offers blocking or an essentials-only mode.
  • Configuration is stored on the device.
  • Includes temporary Emergency Unblock access.

What to know first

  • Requires Screen Time and location access.
  • iOS requires version 18.0 or later.
  • Mac support requires macOS 15.0 and an M1 chip or later.

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