Freedom
Freedom is a distraction blocker that runs sessions across Mac, Windows, iOS, Android and Chrome at the same time, so blocking Twitter on your laptop also blocks it on your phone. Sessions can be started on demand, scheduled or recurring, and Locked Mode prevents you from ending a session early.
| Category | Cross-device website and app blocker |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Price | Subscription, around $8.99/month or ~$40/year; one-time Forever plan often discounted (check current pricing) |
| Best for | People whose distraction hops between laptop and phone; scheduled focus routines |
| Limitations | Blocking is softer than Cold Turkey on desktop; iOS blocking leans on VPN-based filtering that occasionally needs re-enabling |
What it does well
- The cross-device sync is the killer feature: closing a loophole on one device without the others just moves the procrastination.
- Scheduled recurring sessions make blocking a default rather than a daily decision, which is where blockers earn their keep.
- Locked Mode adds real commitment without being totally unforgiving.
Where it falls short
- Subscription pricing adds up against one-time competitors like Cold Turkey.
- Technically savvy users can defeat it more easily than a hard blocker, especially on desktop.
- The iOS implementation depends on a local VPN profile, which some users find flaky or easy to toggle off.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Freedom worth paying for?
If your distraction spans devices, yes: it is the most mature cross-platform blocker. If you only procrastinate on one computer, a one-time purchase of Cold Turkey is stricter and cheaper over time.