Comparison

Freedom vs Unhook

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Freedom

This app helps you block distracting apps and websites to improve focus and productivity. Schedule blocking sessions across all your devices to build better screen time habits and reclaim productive hours.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Schedule blocking sessions
  • Sync across all devices
  • Block the internet
  • Locked Mode for habit commitment
  • Focus sounds
Features
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Block distracting apps and websites so you can focus, be more productive, and build better screen time habits. We've built the world's best app and website blocker, trusted by over 3 million individuals and teams to deliver focused attention for the things that matter most. During a Freedom session, when you attempt to open an app or website on your blocklist, Freedom blocks the app from opening and displays a peaceful green screen - reminding you that you're currently free of that distraction. Freedom users report gaining an average of 2.5 hours of productive time every day. They're more fulfilled, happier with work and family life, and have a healthier relationship with their technology. Schedule a Freedom app blocking session to start automatically when you need it – for complete, seamless control over distractions. Because Freedom works across all your devices, you'll feel confident knowing you're in complete control. We call it mindful productivity. There's no limit to the number of devices (including phones, tablets, and computers) you can connect to Freedom, so you can block apps and websites regardless of where you are or what you're doing. You'll stay focused, productive, and distraction-free. "Our favorite distraction-killing app blocker." – Lifehacker "One antidote to the always-on life is Freedom…" – Time Magazine "As Freedom shows, the solution to the problems created by technology isn't anti-technology, but more and better technology." – Huffington Post "Freedom has garnered celeb fans like Dave Eggers, Nick Hornby, Seth Godin, and Nora Ephron." – Mashable PEACE OF MIND - COVER EVERY DEVICE - For one price, Freedom covers all your devices (phones, tablets, and computers) with our powerful distraction-blocking technology. TURN OFF THE NOISE - BLOCK APPS and WEBSITES - Block distracting apps and websites for as long as you want. Select from a pre-made blocklist or create a custom blocklist of your time-consuming distractions. EXPERIENCE TOTAL PEACE - BLOCK THE INTERNET - Block the internet with a single button. Enjoy peace, quiet, and focus, away from all distractions. Freedom won't block important texts or calls, so you can enjoy offline time knowing you can be reached if need be! SMART COVERAGE - SYNC ACROSS YOUR DEVICES - Distractions aren't limited to your phone! Sync block sessions to your phones, tablets, and computers. There's no limit to the number of devices you can use. CREATE GOOD HABITS - USE POWERFUL SCHEDULING - Schedule your blocks now, later, or create recurring blocks to help make focus and productivity a habit. LOCKED MODE - Use Locked Mode to commit to breaking bad digital habits and addictions. FOCUS SOUNDS - Free audio tracks give you an assortment of music, café, office, and nature sounds to help you stay focused and productive, no matter where you are. We're excited about helping you be the best version of yourself. We're continually building new tools - and they're always included in your subscription. We've also got a great Perks program which offers discounts on top productivity products. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS We’re confident that you’ll love Freedom, but just so you can be sure, we offer a 7-day free trial of Freedom Premium. After that it’s only $39.99 per year. Many Freedom users tell us it pays for itself within a few days! These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Your Freedom subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings. Terms and Conditions - https://freedom.to/terms Privacy Policy - https://freedom.to/privacy Thank you!

About

Unhook

Features
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Break free from autopilot. Build the life you actually want. Unhook is your all-in-one behavior tracking app — built to help you stop bad habits, build good ones, and take full control of your actions, impulses, and routines. Whether you’re trying to quit social media, reduce alcohol, limit caffeine, stop emotional eating, or simply be more mindful — Unhook gives you the tools to stay aware, reflect deeply, and create lasting behavior change. We don’t believe in punishment, streak anxiety, or rigid tracking. Instead, Unhook is about awareness, moderation, and growth. You define what progress means — and we help you get there. Top reasons people use Unhook: • Track bad habits and reduce their frequency with flexible goals • Build positive habits that align with your values • Set behavioral limits like “no more than 2x per week” • Log your impulses with rich context: Was it emotional? Stress-related? • Reflect on every action, not just track it • Break addictive loops like doomscrolling or binge eating • Stay mindful with smart reminders and check-ins • Visualize your journey through logs, timelines, and feedback • Celebrate wins and feel proud of your progress How it works: 1. Choose a behavior — anything from “Reduce Junk Food” to “Go Outside More” 2. Set your intention — Do you want to do it more, or less? How often? 3. Track each moment — Add logs with emotion, reason, and reflection 4. Get insights — See your behavior over time. Understand triggers. 5. Reclaim control — Start choosing, instead of reacting. Unhook helps you identify triggers, patterns, and behavior loops. You don’t just see what you did — you understand why. That’s the foundation for deep, meaningful change. Whether your goal is to stop nail biting, cut down on caffeine, meditate daily, or build a healthier relationship with social media — Unhook gives you the tools, structure, and motivation to follow through. Start small. Reflect often. Grow steadily. Unhook is not about perfection. It’s about progress. Download Unhook and take the first step toward conscious behavior change. Break bad habits, track progress, and build a better you — one choice at a time.

Screenshots

Freedom4 screens
Unhook4 screens

Verdict

The call

Freedom and Unhook are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Freedom sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Unhook sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Freedom ships an update every 9 days, Unhook every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Freedom versus Unhook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreedomUnhook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews63.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings5.9K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEighty Percent SolutionsAlexandr Kuziaev

Bugs and requests

Freedom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blocks unintended apps/websites
  • Fails to block certain apps like Facebook, Instagram
  • Doesn't work in low power mode on iOS

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow specific app whitelisting
  • Add time limit/usage tracking features
  • Improve scheduling options (e.g. by day, not just time)
  • Better integration with mobile OS features (e.g. iOS Screen Time)

Unhook

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Freedom

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Subscription$8.991 Month
  • Freedom Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Freedom Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Freedom Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Freedom Forever$199.00
1 purchases

Unhook

One-time1
  • Unhook Pro: One-time$5.99

Questions

Is Freedom free?
Freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Unhook free?
Unhook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Freedom or Unhook have ads?
Neither Freedom nor Unhook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Freedom or Unhook?
Freedom ships an update every 9 days, and Unhook every 3 weeks. Most recently, Freedom was updated on September 24, 2026 and Unhook on September 18, 2026.

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