ActivityWatch
6.9#9 in screen time management appsFrom $50 a yearAndroidAPIExtensionLinux
VisitActivityWatch vs Freedom
What both publish
| Fact | ActivityWatch | Freedom |
|---|---|---|
| Browser extensions | Browser extensions track the active tab, and the FAQ lists Chrome, Firefox, and Edge extensions for web activity tracking. | The main extension is available for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera; on Chromebook and Linux it can act as a standalone blocking app. |
| Platform support | ActivityWatch runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android; macOS version and architecture availability varies by release. | Freedom lists Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Chromebook/Linux support; the Chrome extension can provide blocking on Chromebook and Linux. |
| Purpose | ActivityWatch automatically tracks how users spend time on their devices, including applications and websites. | Freedom blocks distracting apps, websites, or the entire internet to help people focus. |
ActivityWatch plans
- Personal$5 a month
- Business$20 a month
- Personal yearly$50 a year
- Believer$450, paid once
Freedom plans
- FreeFree
- Premium (monthly)$8.99 a month
- Premium (yearly)$40 a year
- Forever$99.50, paid once
Pick ActivityWatch if…
ActivityWatch suits people who want to review how they spend time across apps and websites while keeping tracking data locally. Its modular watchers may also suit users who want to extend tracking through the REST API.
Pick Freedom if…
Freedom may suit people seeking fewer interruptions for work, study, or daily life. Its device syncing is useful for people who switch between supported platforms, while site exceptions are limited by platform.