Best Self alternatives: apps like Self-Control to Focus - Lite

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

3.7 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like Self or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Self

Website Blocker for Parents#1

Website Blocker for Parents by Mitchell Matuson

Block YouTube Channels & More
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.2(24 ratings)
Free
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This app transforms the internet into an opt-in experience for children, allowing them to safely browse websites and YouTube channels that you approve. It provides peace of mind by preventing access to inappropriate content while still enabling discovery and learning.

Website Blocking#2

Website Blocking by Lucas Exequiel Di Tomase

Block Websites in Any Browser
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app allows users to block distracting websites across all web browsers. It offers customizable rules for blocking additional domains. A subscription is required to access its features.

More apps like Self

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1Focus
1Focus
1Focus
by KAIROS Company Limited
Free

This app helps users improve focus and productivity using the Pomodoro Technique. It tracks focused work sessions, breaks, and even sleep data to provide detailed statistics and feedback. It also offers a feature to help users avoid touching their phones during work periods.

Pomodoro Technique timerFocus session trackingBreak reminders
🔧 Utilities
(2)
freemium
5
AppCrypt
AppCrypt
AppCrypt
lock app, block websites
Free

This app provides comprehensive privacy and digital wellness tools by locking individual applications and blocking specific websites. It offers scheduling features to manage access and prevent distractions, enhancing productivity and security.

App lock for individual appsWebsite blocker for specific sitesCustomizable schedules for app/site access
🔧 Utilities
(6)
free with in-app purchases
6
Time Out: App blocker and lock
Time Out: App blocker and lock
Time Out: App blocker and lock
Earn Screen Time, Stay Focused
Free

This app helps you build healthier phone habits by locking distracting applications until you complete exercise goals or follow a schedule. It connects your digital usage with fitness achievements, allowing you to unlock apps only after meeting targets like step counts or calorie burn.

Exercise-based app blockingScheduled app lockingOne-time focus session timers
🔧 Utilities
(12)
free with in-app purchases
7
Blkitfy Block Websites & Limit
Blkitfy Block Websites & Limit
Blkitfy Block Websites & Limit
Restrict & Control Sites Safe
Free

Take control of your internet usage by blocking distracting websites. This app helps you increase productivity, protect children from inappropriate content, and eliminate online distractions with custom blocklists and a user-friendly interface.

Block websites instantlyBlock single or multiple sitesBoost productivity
🔧 Utilities
(6)
free with in-app purchases
8
BlurHaram: Halal Filter
BlurHaram: Halal Filter
BlurHaram: Halal Filter
Lower your gaze, browse halal
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
9
Typelet: Template Keyboard
Typelet: Template Keyboard
Typelet: Template Keyboard
Quick Replies & Text Snippets
Free

This app provides a custom keyboard to quickly insert pre-saved text templates into any application. Organize your frequently used phrases, addresses, or scripts with custom folders and access them with a single tap, saving you time on repetitive typing.

Create and manage reusable text templatesOrganize templates with custom foldersInsert templates in any app via custom keyboard
🔧 Utilities
(4)
freemium