The Greatest Screen Time Software to Boost your Productivity

Effortlessly Manage Your Screen Time And Boost Your Productivity With Opal

Opal VS Screen Time

How Is Screen Time Different Than Opal

Opal offers several features that are not available in native screen time controls on iPhone or Android, including Focus Sessions, Deep Focus, Recurring Sessions, Focus Score, and rewards. The app also offers resources on screen time, productivity, and digital wellbeing. The Opal community is the largest community for screen time management globally.

Apple's Screen Time

Works for Any App, Game or Website

All apps, games and websites on your iPhone or iPad are supported

Full Privacy

Data from your device activity stays on your device.

Analytics

iPhone notifications with time spent on various apps.

Detailed report on progress with clear metrics, important context and to compare with your peers.

Focus Sessions

No sessions, but daily time limits after which apps are blocked. Limits can be ignored though.

Set a timer to block apps while you’re focusing, take a break to bring them back temporarily.

Deep Focus

There is always a way to cancel or bypass blocking

Use for maximum protection; you can’t cancel or bypass the timer you set. Stick to your plans.

Recurring Sessions

Time limits don’t adapt to your schedule

Set daily working hours, sleep and routines, start Sessions automatically, so you don’t have to remember.

Focus Score

The only metrics available are time spent on apps and pickups.

Focus Score® rates the Apps that hurt or enhance your Focus, so you have the power to change.

Invite Friends

Screen Time works only on your or your child’s device

Invite friends to focus together. They join your session, and you know for sure apps are blocked on their device, too!

Shortcuts Integration

Does not sync with Shortcuts

Sync Opal sessions with Shortcuts to power any automation you want.

Focus Mode Integration

Does not sync with Focus Mode

Sync Opal sessions with your Focus, to block apps automatically.

Shortcuts Integration

Does not sync with Shortcuts

Sync Opal sessions with Shortcuts to power any automation you want.

Rewards

No reward.

Get rewarded on your journey towards better Focus with unique MileStones you can unlock and share with friends.

Community

No community.

Change faster together with Opal’s community leaderboard, discussion board and more.

Experience The Benefits Of Balanced Digital Habits With Opal

Better Focus and Brain Function

Less screen time can improve focus and brain function by reducing the amount of stimulation and distractions that the brain experiences, leading to an increase in the ability to concentrate, improve sleep quality and reduce stress levels

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Improved productivity

Less screen time can help you tap into your productivity superpower. By freeing up your mind from the constant barrage of notifications and distractions, you give your brain the space it needs to focus and be more creative. Imagine having more time for meaningful conversation, physical activity, and pursuing your passions

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Increased Wellbeing

Less screen time can help you cultivate a garden of well-being. By putting down your device, you give your mind and body the chance to breathe, recharge, and bloom. Imagine a life filled with more laughter, more nature, and more joy

How Screen Time Affects Your Mental Health

Less Distractions

Distractions caused by our phones can be detrimental to our ability to focus and engage with others. Constant notifications, social media feeds, and other digital distractions can lead to reduced productivity, increased stress, and a lack of meaningful connection with those around us.

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4 hours. That's the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today

With a combination of app restrictions, real time feedback and rewards, you can begin to focus better and accomplish your dreams, just like Opal’s members.

94%

are less distracted

93%

experience increased productivity

90%

experience improved wellbeing

2h+

saved daily thanks to the app

*Based on an internal study using survey data from general Opal customers

Learn About Digital Wellbeing and Focus

What if you could control your screentime, instead of your screentime controlling you? Enjoy the resources below that share information around screentime, Opal, productivity, and more

How Much Screen Time Is Too Much?

Due to remote work and online classes becoming increasingly common during the pandemic, people are spending more time than ever in front of screens. Americans spend about 10 hours and 39 minutes in front of a screen daily, and excessive screen time has been linked to an array of physical and mental health risks.

How To Turn Your iPhone Into A Dumb Phone

Learn how to turn your iPhone into a "dumb phone" by following a few steps, including cleaning your apps, disabling Safari and built-in apps, turning off mobile data, and keeping only basic communication apps, to break your habit of technology addiction, increase your productivity, and save money.

The 3 Types Of Screen Time And The Effects They Have

Excessive screen time, including passive, active, and communication, can negatively impact physical and mental health, academic performance, and social life, but utilizing apps like Opal can help promote a healthy balance and foster productive and mindful screen time habits.

How to Easily Manage Your iPhone Screen Time

In today's digital age, our smartphones have become a ubiquitous part of our lives. While they offer numerous benefits and conveniences, excessive usage of these devices can lead to negative impacts on our mental and physical health. In this context, it's critical to be mindful of our screen time