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Freedom vs Opal
Both stand on screen time management apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Freedom combines blocking with scheduled sessions, cross-device syncing, and a locked-session option. Website exceptions are limited by platform, and Premium costs $3.33/mo billed yearly or $8.99 per month.
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Opal combines app blocking with timed sessions and focus-related tracking. The free plan is limited to one rule, while Pro adds more rules and additional timer and score features.
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| Freedom | Opal | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, Extension, iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium (yearly): $40 a year | Pro Yearly: $8.29 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | freedom.to | opalapp.com |
| On screen time management apps | #5 of 36 | #9 of 36 |
Freedom: what it does well
- Blocks apps, websites, or internet access.
- Sessions and schedules sync across supported devices.
- Recurring schedules can start sessions automatically.
- Locked Mode prevents ending a session early.
- Freedom says it does not track personal activity.
What to know first
- Website Exceptions are unavailable on iOS and Android.
- Chromebook does not support app blocking or Website Exceptions.
- The free plan has limited features.
Opal: what it does well
- Free plan includes app blocking and one rule.
- Supports scheduled and recurring blocking.
- Locked Focus Timer sessions have a chosen duration.
- iOS Shortcuts can trigger timers.
- Opal says detailed app-usage data remains on-device.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to one rule.
- Opal Pro Yearly is billed at $99.99 annually.
- Opal collects contact details and usage diagnostics.
- Human support aims to reply within two business days.