Comparison

Freedom vs Tapd

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

Tapd

This app helps you focus by blocking distracting applications with a simple NFC tag tap. It also allows you to form focus groups with friends for shared accountability and friendly competition, tracking your progress over time.

Highlights
  • NFC tag integration for focus sessions
  • Customizable app blocking presets
  • Group focus sessions with friends
  • Real-time 'Together Meter' for accountability
  • Leaderboards for competitive focus
  • Session analytics and streak tracking
Features
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One tap. Apps blocked. Focus starts. Tapd uses NFC tags to turn starting a focus session into a physical ritual — not just another setting on your phone. Tap your tag, choose your preset, and distracting apps disappear. TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube — gone until you tap out. But Tapd isn't solo. It's built for the people you focus with. Join a group with friends, roommates, or family. Watch the Together Meter show who's currently locked in. Compete on the leaderboard — because knowing your roommate has 40 more minutes than you is better motivation than any timer. After each session, see your analytics, track streaks, and watch your focus hours stack up over time. What makes Tapd different: • NFC tap-in/tap-out — focus starts with a physical commitment • App blocking with custom presets — you choose what gets blocked • Group leaderboards and Together Meter — accountability from people, not apps • Analytics, goals, and lifetime stats — celebrate progress, not just limits Download. Tap in. Get to work.

Screenshots

Freedom4 screens
Tapd4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tapd at 4.9 against Freedom's 4.4. Tapd also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (96% vs 64%). Freedom's advantage is ratings volume (5.9K vs 37) and chart position (#199 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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. Tapd asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tapd holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Freedom has 5.9K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Freedom's written reviews are positive against 96% of Tapd's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, Tapd every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Freedom versus Tapd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreedomTapd
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5.9K ratings)4.9 (37 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.2% of reviews95.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.9K — better37
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
Best chart rank#199 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEighty Percent SolutionsTapTek LLC.

Customer experience

Freedom

All ratings5,947 ratings
Positive85.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews1,361 reviews
Positive64.2%
Neutral7.6%
Negative28.2%

Tapd

All ratings37 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive95.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.2%

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)

Tapd

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
None

Tapd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Freedom free?
Freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tapd free?
Tapd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Freedom or Tapd?
Tapd is rated higher. Freedom averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while Tapd averages 4.9 from 37 ratings.
Do Freedom or Tapd have ads?
Neither Freedom nor Tapd shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Freedom or Tapd?
Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tapd every 3 weeks. Most recently, Freedom was updated on October 15, 2026 and Tapd on October 5, 2026.

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