Cold Turkey Blocker
6.3#15 in distraction blocking softwareFree planFree planExtensionmacOSWindows
VisitCold Turkey Blocker vs Opal
What both publish
| Fact | Cold Turkey Blocker | Opal |
|---|---|---|
| App blocking | It can block applications and games, including Microsoft Store apps and window titles on Windows. | Focus Rules block apps chosen by the user on their phone or desktop. |
| Founded | 2010 | Kenneth Schlenker says he founded Opal in 2020. |
| Purpose | Cold Turkey Blocker blocks distracting websites and apps to help users focus. | Opal says it protects focus automatically and helps people make technology work for them. |
| Refunds | A full refund can be provided within 30 days of purchase if the customer is dissatisfied. | The pricing page offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee for Stripe purchases and says Opal cannot directly refund iPhone app purchases. |
Cold Turkey Blocker plans
- Blocker FreeFree
- Blocker Pro - Lifetime Access—
Opal plans
- Opal FreeFree
- FreeFree
- Opal Pro Yearly$8.29 a month
- Pro Yearly$8.29 a month
- Pro Weekly$9.99 a month
- Opal Pro Monthly$19.99 a month
Pick Cold Turkey Blocker if…
Cold Turkey Blocker suits people who want scheduled restrictions on websites or desktop applications while working. It is designed for Windows and macOS users rather than mobile or Linux users.
Pick Opal if…
Opal suits people who want to block selected apps, set timed focus sessions, and review focus-related signals. Its free plan offers a starting point, while Pro adds unlimited rules and Opal Score history.