Freedom
8.2#1 in screen time management appsFrom $40 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitFreedom vs SmartBreak
SmartBreak
6.1#21 in screen time management apps$14.99 one-timemacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Freedom | SmartBreak |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | The company says desktop and mobile blocking runs locally and that browsing or app activity is not logged or transmitted by the blockers. | InchWest's privacy policy says it may share information with third-party partners for marketing or promotional purposes and will not sell it. |
| Purpose | Freedom blocks distracting apps, websites, or the entire internet to help people focus. | SmartBreak monitors computer use and prompts users to take breaks to help prevent eye strain and mental stress. |
Freedom plans
- FreeFree
- Premium (monthly)$8.99 a month
- Premium (yearly)$40 a year
- Forever$99.50, paid once
SmartBreak plans
- SmartBreak 1.x license upgrade$4.99, paid once
- SmartBreak 2 (Single user license)$14.99, paid once
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.
Pick SmartBreak if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.