Comparison

Opal vs TimeGuard

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Screen time control
  • App blocker
  • Set app limits
  • Focus modes
  • Productivity reports
  • Block apps and websites
  • Mindful block screens
Features
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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/

About

TimeGuard

Features
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TimeGuard - Reclaim Your Time and Focus TimeGuard helps you regain control over your screen time, reduce distractions, and boost productivity. With a simple yet powerful set of features, TimeGuard empowers you to make mindful decisions about your phone usage, helping you stay focused, improve your mental health, and break free from the grips of excessive screen time. Key Features: App Blocker & Limits: Block distracting apps and set daily usage limits to prevent overuse and stay on track. Focus Management: Schedule when to use apps and set "Deep Focus" mode for ultimate concentration. Social Media Control: Limit time on social media and avoid doom scrolling with automated session management. Mindful Breaks: Pause and reflect before opening apps, helping you build healthier habits and reduce impulsive behavior. Screen Time Reporting: Track your progress with detailed reports, streaks, and rewards to stay motivated. Personalized Blocklist: Customize your app and website blocklist to fit your personal needs. Exercise-Triggered Focus Breaks: Engage in physical activities like Squats, Left-Leg Lunges, Jumping Jacks, Push-Ups, Cobra Wings, and Sit-Ups to trigger deep focus pauses and enhance your concentration. Why TimeGuard? TimeGuard is designed for those who want to break free from phone addiction without going cold turkey. Whether you're battling anxiety, ADHD, or just want to become more productive, TimeGuard provides the tools you need to take control of your phone usage and align it with your personal goals. Join thousands of users who have reduced their screen time, improved their focus, and created healthier digital habits. TimeGuard is not just an app; it's a digital wellness companion that helps you live mindfully in a distracted world. Subscription terms: - Weekly Subscription length: weekly. - Weekly Subscription price in USD: 4.99 USD per week - Monthly Subscription length: monthly. - Monthly Subscription price in USD: 7.99 USD per month - Yearly Subscription Subscription length: yearly. - Yearly Subscription Subscription price in USD: 49.99 USD per year - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your Account Settings after the purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically, unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - The cost of renewal will be charged to your account in the 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. - Privacy policy: https://imwallpaper.com/privacy - Terms and conditions: https://imwallpaper.com/terms - If you have any questions feel free to contact us: support@imwallpaper.com

Screenshots

Opal4 screens
TimeGuard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Opal at none against TimeGuard's shown. Opal also leads on chart position (#46 vs unranked). TimeGuard's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Opal sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and TimeGuard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Opal versus TimeGuard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpalTimeGuard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (90K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings90K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#46 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size306 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOpal OSMeta Message Communication Technology Co., Ltd.

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

TimeGuard

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Opal

Subscriptions13
  • 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
6 purchases

TimeGuard

Subscriptions6
  • PREMIUM$4.997 Days
  • PREMIUM3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • PREMIUM3 Days trial$7.991 Month
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  • PREMIUM$7.991 Month
  • PREMIUM3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • PREMIUM$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Opal free?
Opal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeGuard free?
TimeGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Opal or TimeGuard have ads?
TimeGuard shows ads; Opal does not.

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