Work · alternatives · 2026

24 alternatives to Zone

An uncompromising focus timer that physically blocks apps.

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes.

1
Zone▲119
A liquid glass focus timer for macOS with live dock updates
Dec 2025 · its alternatives →
2
Zones▲188
An app to organize your life into different tasks
2021 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
3
Zone▲13
Block apps, track Screen time. No account needed
Jan 2026 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
4
In The Zone▲68
Stay focused and boost your productivity
2023 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
5
AppBlock - Stay Focused▲72
Set time or locations to block distractions from apps.
2018 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
6
Zones▲77
Know when people are available.
2019 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
7TA
Timeboxing app for Mac▲44
2013 · rinik.net · its alternatives →
8
Focus Timer™️ Adjustable Hourglass▲113
A minimalist productivity timer that enhances creative flow
2022 · kickstarter.com · its alternatives →
9
AppBlock▲87
Block apps with one tap and stay focused when it matters
2022 · appblock.app · its alternatives →
10
Intentional▲486
AI distractions blocker for focused work
2024 · intentional-app.com · its alternatives →
11
Time 2▲271
Stay focused and crush procrastination
2017 · its alternatives →
12
Barrier▲373
Stop doomscrolling by blocking your addictive apps!
2025 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
13
Focus Zone▲9
Focus Zone – Block Distractions, Be Productive.
2025 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
14
Chunk▲298
Hi HN Dudley here, tech lead on Chunk. Chunk is a macOS menu bar app for time-blocking. It opens with Cmd + / and slides down over whatever you're doing - including fullscreen apps. There's also a live countdown in the tray for the current block. Click-and-drag to create blocks, day/week views, Google/Outlook/Apple Calendar sync, Apple Reminders integration, and a Todo mode where tasks can be dragged onto the timeline. Templates and Routines let you build an ideal day once and auto-apply it on chosen weekdays. There's a local MCP server, so you can ask Claude Desktop to…
2025 · chunkapp.net · its alternatives →
15
Focused Work - Focus Timer▲141
Flexible focus sessions to stay productive & avoid burnout.
2020 · focusedwork.app · its alternatives →
16
Energize Focus Timer▲75
A beautiful and robust focus timer for Apple devices
2021 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
17
FocusMe▲63
Most powerful app and website blocker
2018 · focusme.com · its alternatives →
18
Foci▲76
A focused deep work timer
2021 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
19
MinuteBar▲128
The minimal timer for productivity and screen sharing
2018 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
20
Tizipizi for iPhone▲90
The ultimate time zone management companion in your pocket
2023 · its alternatives →
21
PAUSE, radical focus mode▲15
The trick: block timer that you can’t bypass!
2025 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
22
AppBlocker▲73
Increase productivity and reduce screen time
2022 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
23
1Block▲64
Highly customizable app blocking and app timer for Android
2019 · play.google.com · its alternatives →
24
Corner Time▲106
Have you ever wished you could see the time while coding or watching videos in fullscreen or when your menu bar is hidden? Corner Time is a minimalist macOS app designed for those who value a clean desktop but still want the clock to be always visible. Unlike other widgets or solutions, Corner Time sits unobtrusively in the corner of your screen as if it were a native part of macOS—even when you’re in fullscreen mode or using auto-hide for your menu bar. The app is highly customizable: you can choose your preferred date format, adjust the style, match your system language, and use it…
2025 · cornertime.app · its alternatives →

Also compare

Ranked by how close each launch is in meaning, then by votes. Prices were read from each product’s own site when checked and can change. Refine with your own description →