Opal vs Limit Socials
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Opal
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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Achieve screen time control with the world’s most-loved screen time app! Opal is the fun, free Screen Time app to improve your focus and make the most out of every day. 5 to 6 hours. That’s the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today, often without realizing it. It's time to fight back. With a combination of screen time control, app limits, app blockers, real time data, leaderboards and rewards, you will focus better and accomplish your dreams, just like Opal’s members. **As of August 2026, Opal has saved humanity 500 Million hours of screen time. ** Many of the world's top teams and companies trust Opal to help protect their focus. You can too. **Opal cut my screen time by 2 hours per day – Marketing at Google ** **You need this app. When I first got opal my daily screen-time was about 8 1/2 hours a day. Now it's 1 hour. ** **Opal has become an indispensable tool in my quest for productivity and mindful technology usage ** **Get Opal! - Ali Abdaal, productivity expert** BENEFITS Save 1 hour and 23 minutes per DAY from less screen time, on average. 94% of Opal members are less distracted 93% are more productive thanks to the app 90% report improved well-being Added benefits: - Better screen time control - Better productivity at work - Reduce stress, be more mindful - Supports focus challenges, including ADHD - Set daily work hours, sleep, and routines - Block apps to unplug and detox - Stay in focus when you need it most - You're happy and in control of your screen time FEATURES - #1 Screen Time Control: the most loved app for screen time control with 4.8/5. - #1 App Blocker: Instantly Block apps and websites you choose at a specific time of day throughout the week to organize your time. - Focus Difficulty: Make it hard, or make it a bit easier. Deep Focus won't let you cancel or bypass at all. - App Limits: Set daily usage limits on apps and websites to automatically block them and prevent overuse. - Mindful Block Screens: Discover quotes, puns and more every time you try to open an app or website you really shoudn't. - Blocklist & Allowlist: Easily pick any app, game or website you want to block or allow during your Blocks. - Focus Report: Measure your progress with clear metrics, actionable screen time stats, and benchmark against your peers. - Focus Score: Check your screen time and focus level at any point easily spotting Focus and Distracted time. - Calendar: Set daily working hours, sleep and routines, block apps automatically, so you don’t have to remember. - Precious Rewards: Unlock unique MileStones you can share with friends. - Leaderboard: Challenge friends to top the leaderboard, enhancing productivity, focus and keeping each other motivated. - Breaks: Choose the app you want to use, write your intention, and set a timer. - Focus Mode Integration: Sync your Opal Focus Sessions with iPhone Focus Mode to block apps. - Shortcut Integration: Connect iPhone shortcut automations to start/stop Focus Sessions based on app opens, time, location and more! - Focus Reminders: Get timely reminder notifications when you get distracted or reach a time limit. - Deep Focus: Need ultimate focus? Deep Focus is the maximum level of protection — you can’t bypass or cancel. - More Fun: Opal is guilt-free and fun. - Widget: Have Opal on your home screen! CREATE A PERSONALIZED APP BLOCK LIST Easily pick any app, game or website you want to block or allow to Block Apps. PRIVATE & SAFE We use Apple's Screen Time API in order to monitor and block apps you use. Installation is easy and takes a few seconds on your iPhone. Unlike most apps, Opal works entirely on your phone and personal browsing data never leaves your device. TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS Read on https://opal.so/terms & https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Limit Socials
This app helps you regain control of your screen time by restricting access to distracting social media applications. It offers features like automatic blocking, custom session management, and scientifically designed audio sessions to improve focus and reduce stress.
- Restrict distracting apps
- Automatic blocking
- Custom session management
- Heal from scrolling audio sessions
- Daily brain reset ritual
- Focus streak tracking
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With Limit Socials - App Blocker, effortlessly block distracting apps like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Reddit, Snapchat, and X (Twitter) with just a tap, ending endless scrolling. Struggling to manage your social media time? Limit Socials - App Blocker helps you stay focused and productive by restricting access to distracting apps. Whether you're controlling your own usage or managing screen time for your family, this app is your ideal solution. What You Gain: - Take charge of your screen time effectively - Save over 6 years in the long run - Enjoy better sleep and brighter mornings - Spend quality time with family and friends - Reduce stress and boost mindfulness - Use your phone with purpose - Maintain focus during crucial moments - Enhance work productivity - Heal from Scrolling: Scientifically designed audio sessions to restore your attention span after hours of social media use. - Daily Brain Reset: A gamified 5-minute daily ritual to quiet the noise and ignite your focus. - Brown Noise & 40Hz Waves: Use proven frequencies to silence internal distractions and trigger deep concentration instantly. - Build Your Streak: Turn focus into a habit. Track your progress and keep your "Focus Flame" alive. Key Features: - Set Daily Limits: Decide how much time you can spend on specific social media apps each day. - Automatic Blocking: Once you hit your daily limit, the app blocks access to the designated apps for the rest of the day. - Session Management: Easily add, edit, and delete sessions to tailor your app usage limits. - ScreenTime API Integration: Seamlessly integrates with ScreenTime API for accurate tracking and enforcement of app usage limits. Screen time affects us all. Limit Socials - App Blocker is perfect for anyone looking to cut daily screen time, increase focus, reduce stress, enjoy a digital detox, and improve sleep. Using advanced technology, Limit Socials can block distractions on your phone, helping you stay focused and more present. Download Limit Socials - App Blocker today and start maximizing your time by reducing distractions and boosting productivity! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Opal at 4.7 against Limit Socials's 1.0. Opal also leads on ratings volume (90K vs 1) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Opal sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Limit Socials sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Opal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Opal has 90K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Opal ships an update every 5 days, Limit Socials fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Opal | Limit Socials |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (90K ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 90K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #42 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 306 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Opal OS | Alper Ismet SULUN |
Customer experience
Opal
Limit Socials
Bugs and requests
Opal
Reported bugs
4 issues- Blocks apps that are not selected
- Inconsistent behavior when ending focus sessions
- Crashes when trying to manage blocked apps
- VPN issues causing other connectivity problems
Requested features
5 requests- Allow more customization of blocked apps
- Integrate with more productivity tools
- Provide more granular time tracking and reporting
- Offer a one-time purchase option
- Improve stability and reduce bugs
Limit Socials
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Opal
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Opal Student Weekly3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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- Monthly Plan3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Month
- Monthly Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Opal Pro Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Yearly Plan7 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Yearly Plan7 Days trial$89.991 Year
- Yearly Plan7 Days trial2 variants$99.991 Year
- Yearly Plan1 Month trial2 variants$99.991 Year
- Opal Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
- Yearly Plan7 Days trial$129.991 Year
- Yearly Plan7 Days trial$179.991 Year
Limit Socials
- Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Limit Socials - Lifetime$24.99









