Make productive apps instant. Make distracting apps intentional.
Native apps for iPhone, Mac and Apple Watch
Stage
Not given
Established
Founded
Not given
2021
Based in
CA
US
Pricing model
Free
Freemium
Pricing
Not given
Cinder: $2.99/mo or $17.99/year or $30 once; Bilbo: $2.99/mo or $17.99/year or $30 once; Haplo AI: $5.99 once; Barrier: Free ad-supported; ShipHappens: $19.99/mo or $59.99/year or $7.99/week or $79.99 once; Haplo AI Investing: $4.99/mo or $44.99/year or $259.99 once; Markdown2PDF: $1.99 once; EasyLo
Key features
App blocking for 5 minutes to a year duration
Scheduled blocking for recurring windows like work hours and bedtime
Four levels of hidden-app friction from simple to extreme
Calm home screen with clock, favorites, and plain alphabetical list
System-wide enforcement as default home app
Works offline with all features on-device
No ads and no account required to use
Offline AI chat and image generation with multiple language models
Workout tracking with 3D muscle mapping and AI insights
Day-by-day trip planning with routes and opening hours
Screen time blocking using Apple's Screen Time API
App Store release automation for Mac
Stock technical analysis with on-device scoring
Markdown to PDF conversion with code highlighting
Grid-based minimalist logo maker
Image annotation with bounding boxes and CSV export
Health syncing with Apple Health
What makes it different
Removes engagement-maximizing friction instead of relying on willpower or guilt
Never gamifies usage with badges or streaks that reward spending more time
System-wide enforcement as your default launcher, not another app to remember
Lightweight and battery-efficient with no background services
Reversible and non-destructive: switch back anytime, no data lost
All data stays on device with no account required for most apps
One-time purchase options instead of mandatory subscriptions
Native Swift apps built specifically for each platform
Fast direct support with replies usually within a day
Offline-first design allows apps to work without internet connection
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