App Blocker Comparison
FocuTime vs Opal
Both block apps on iPhone. But they solve completely different problems — and have very different prices.
Choose FocuTime if…
- • You want structured Pomodoro work sessions
- • You need app blocking tied to timer sessions
- • You want Strict Mode to prevent early cancellation
- • You're a student or remote worker doing deep work
- • You want the most affordable option ($1.99/week)
Choose Opal if…
- • You want daily screen time budgets (not Pomodoro sessions)
- • You use a Mac and want cross-device blocking
- • You want detailed analytics on your usage habits
- • You want social accountability features
- • Your problem is total daily usage, not session-level focus
Feature Comparison
| Feature | FocuTime | Opal |
|---|---|---|
| Pomodoro Timer | ✓ | ✗ |
| Real App Blocking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Strict Mode | ✓ | ✗ |
| Scheduled Sessions | ✓ | ✓ |
| iCloud Sync | ✓ | ✗ |
| Dynamic Island | ✓ | ✗ |
| Mac App | ✗ | ✓ |
| Daily Screen Time Limits | ✗ | ✓ |
| Usage Analytics | Basic | Advanced |
| Price (weekly) | $1.99 | ~$2.50 |
| Price (annual) | $58.99 | $59.99 |
| Lifetime Option | $129.99 | ✗ |
Pricing: A 10× Difference
Opal costs $9.99/month ($119.88/year). FocuTime costs $1.99/week (~$8.62/month, or $58.99/year).
That's roughly a 5× price difference annually. Both use the same underlying Screen Time API for blocking — you're paying Opal for analytics, Mac support, and social features. If those matter to you, it may be worth it. If you just want to block apps during work sessions, FocuTime gives you more productivity features for less money.
FocuTime also offers a $129.99 lifetime option — you pay once and never again. Opal has no lifetime plan.
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