Opal: Screen Time Control

Opal: Screen Time Control

Focus, App Blocker & Timer

91K ratings
5752 reviews
#46 in top-grossing Productivity
💪 Health & Fitness
📊 Productivity
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

Released
December 15, 2020
Updated
November 2, 2026

Features

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About

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by limiting app usage, blocking distractions, and improving focus. It provides tools and insights to reduce screen time, boost productivity, and enhance well-being.

✓Screen time control
✓App blocker
✓Set app limits
✓Focus modes
✓Productivity reports
✓Block apps and websites
✓Mindful block screens
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What users say about Opal

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What's New in Opal

4.22

November 2, 2026

Live Activities for your sessions Start a session in Opal and it now shows on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, with a live timer until it ends. As always, let us know what you think!

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Yearly Plan

Unlimited Sessions, Deep Focus and more

$89.991 Year
7 Days trial
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Charts

Top Grossing

📉 46-2

Productivity

This app dropped -2 positions in Productivity chart.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

Top Free

📊 67

Productivity

The app has maintained its position at 67 recently.

Last updated on November 2, 2026.

Events

Read more about More Screen. Less Scrolling.

More Screen. Less Scrolling.

Opal is now on iPhone Duo.

Oct 24, 2026 — Nov 14, 2026

Read more about Your Screen Time is Here

Your Screen Time is Here

Your daily screen time, now on Home.

Oct 18, 2026 — Nov 8, 2026

Read more about Opal for Family

Opal for Family

Manage your family’s screen time together.

Aug 31, 2026 — Sep 19, 2026

User reviews

ITS AWESOME

it brought down my screen time from 8 hours to 3 hours!!!

Let me use the app

I wanted to see how this app works but instead I'm sitting here tapping my screen nonstop hoping to actually get in the app while I'm forced to go through its self-aggrandizing intro that pushes along at a snails pace.

Buggy Mess with horrible Support and a Scam

The app used to be decent until they had a massive UI overhaul and update which is fine if the app still worked, constant crashes, where for months I couldn’t get past the loading screen. Then I got charged the yearly renewal which I imperially went to cancel and try to get a refund for. However despite the support page saying to contact their email they never responded and instead cancelled my pro membership instead, without first even giving the refund or ever contacting me back. Overall this app and company are horrible with a buggy mess of an app. They are many better, free alternatives. I highly recommend skipping on Opal. Just keep in mind if you ever feel like buying the subscription in a few months you may not even be able to use the app anymore.
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Nice concept, janky app

The app is insanely buggy. From onboarding on, it’s been inventing stats that don’t match Screen Time in iOS settings (and I don’t know why it even thinks it’s useful to show a “trend” 37 minutes after download). On top of that, the block lists are unreliable: sometimes Reddit is blocked as a social app, other times it’s not; sometimes Messages is blocked despite being marked Allow. The whole thing reeks of style without substance.
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This app has helped me a ton!! The only tricky part is when you don't have the budget for pro, you kinda get into the bad habit of unblocking it still... (me personally). Anyway, I'm working on it :) I highly recommend. 10/10

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Blocks apps that are not selected

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when ending focus sessions

Bug

Crashes when trying to manage blocked apps

Bug

VPN issues causing other connectivity problems

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Allow more customization of blocked apps

Feature

Integrate with more productivity tools

Feature

Provide more granular time tracking and reporting

Feature

Offer a one-time purchase option

Feature

Improve stability and reduce bugs

Feature

FAQ

What does Opal: Screen Time Control do?

Opal helps you manage your screen time by offering features like app blocking, setting usage limits, and promoting focus. It aims to reduce distractions, increase productivity, and improve overall digital well-being.

What are the key features of Opal?

Key features include #1 screen time control, an app blocker to block chosen apps and websites, focus modes with no bypass options, daily app limits, mindful block screens with quotes, block/allow lists, and detailed focus reports.

How much does Opal cost?

The app is free to download and use with in-app purchases available. This means you can access core features for free, with optional upgrades for advanced functionality or content.

Is Opal compatible with my device?

While the description doesn't explicitly state compatibility, it mentions integration with iPhone Focus Mode and Shortcut Integrations, suggesting it is available for iOS devices. Users should check their respective app store for specific version requirements.

Who would benefit from using Opal?

Opal is designed for anyone struggling with excessive screen time, distractions, or a lack of focus. This includes students, professionals, and individuals looking to improve their productivity, reduce stress, and achieve better digital balance.