249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Opal is the household name in lock phone to study, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (87K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (21K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (5.4K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 2.4★ (45) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
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.
This app helps you focus on your studies with a motivational timer. Earn coins by studying to unlock in-app items and music. Utilize tools like a to-do list, flashcards, and a customizable tracker to boost productivity.
This app helps you combat phone addiction and improve self-control through gamified focus sessions. Earn in-game currency by staying off your phone to grow adorable plants and restore barren landscapes.
This app helps schools manage student phone usage during school hours. It provides an administrator dashboard with live analytics for schools to monitor and control device activity on campus. Students can easily lock their phones upon arrival, ensuring focus during class.
This app helps students stay focused by blocking distracting applications. Users must complete short study quizzes based on their learning material to unlock access to these apps, turning study time into an active and productive task.
This application allows students at higher institutions to securely take computer-based tests, view their exam schedules, and receive important notifications. It also provides access to academic information and helps manage student profiles, keeping them connected with their university.
This app transforms your phone into a study tool by locking distracting applications until you complete AI-generated quizzes based on your own notes. Earn your screen time back by studying and building effective learning habits.
This app helps you block distracting applications during timed focus sessions. Enhance your concentration for studying, homework, or coding by selecting apps to lock down. Optional journaling after each session allows for reflection on your focus.
This app helps students focus during class by limiting access to non-essential applications. Schools and teachers can customize allowed apps, while individual accommodations are supported. It uses a QR code system for easy activation and automatically lifts restrictions after class.
This app blocks distracting applications until you complete study sessions. It uses AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards from your course materials, rewarding you with screen time for correct answers. Track your progress with detailed statistics and spaced repetition.
Secure your device by locking individual applications with a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID. Prevent unauthorized access, app installations, deletions, and in-app purchases. A premium subscription unlocks all advanced privacy features.
This app requires users to solve a math problem before accessing distracting applications, helping to create focused study sessions. It offers scheduled blocking, usage limits, and temporary unlocks for essential apps. A pro subscription unlocks advanced features for serious learners.
