Luddite: App Blocker

Most focus apps give you an easy way out, but Luddite forces real discipline by completely blocking distractions with zero override. The progression system is gamifies the process - starting with manageable 15-minute blocks and unlocking longer tiers makes building a focus habit feel like leveling up a skill. The lifetime "total reclaimed time" tracker is a massive reality check on how much time we usually waste. It’s also incredibly refreshing to pay a small price upfront to ensure my personal data isn’t being collected or sold (no need to enable every permission!). Highly recommend.

It’s so hard to reduce your screen time and it feels like there are a million apps that promise to help that I’ve never had success with. Luddite has really made it possible for me to just focus and be more present in my life. Knowing that I can’t cheat and get past it means I actually have to commit to taking time away from my phone and it’s been working really well for me. Especially as a student, I’ve found that it’s great when I need to get a lot of work done when I’d rather procrastinate on my phone. I can’t recommend this app enough!

There are many apps that claim to “help” reduce screen time, and I’ve tried them all. No matter what app I download, I always find myself overriding the timer, deleting the app temporarily or finding some other back door way to give myself just a few more minutes of screen time. Luddite is different because no matter how hard I try, the only solution is to wait it out. It is scary at first, but once you reclaim your first 15 minutes, you realize how nice it was to simply unplug for a few minutes. The suggestions are also excellent and align well with the amount of time you have for each offline session. In an age where data tracking is ever present, it’s also refreshing to see a company commit to not tracking or storing any data. Huge fan of Luddite - will be recommending it to my family and friends. The only app out there that actually makes you commit to re-engaging with the real world around you - without cheating.