one sec vs FocusMe

one sec9.2Visit FocusMe8.6Visit

Higher score one sec #3 in Distraction Blocking Software 9.2/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit one sec

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FocusMe #8 in Distraction Blocking Software 8.6/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit FocusMe

• one sec fits best

  Cross-platform users wanting interventions and blocking

• FocusMe fits best

  Power users needing granular desktop controls

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Side by side

Feature	one sec 9.2/10 Visit ↗	FocusMe 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	8.6
Ranking	#3 in Distraction Blocking Software	#8 in Distraction Blocking Software
Best for	Cross-platform users wanting interventions and blocking	Power users needing granular desktop controls
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Paid
Starting price	—	$9.95/mo
Free plan	✓ (best)	—
Free trial	7 days	14 days
Free trial length	7 days	14 days · no card needed
Money-back guarantee	14 days	60 days
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension	Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Chrome extension
Support	Docs	Email, Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business
Features one sec 4/4 · FocusMe 4/4
Scheduled blocking	✓	✓
Recurring schedules	✓	✓
Locked sessions	✓	✓
Browser extensions	✓	✓
Specs
Block targets	Websites and apps	Websites and apps
Mobile apps	Ios and android	Ios and android
Devices included	Not checked yet	7 devices
Our review
Pros	Blocks apps and websites across desktop, mobile, and browser extensions Supports recurring schedules, scheduled blocks, and strict sessions Adds interventions, time tracking, adult-content filtering, and two integrations	Detailed rules for websites, apps, games, keywords, and categories Enforced Mode, launch limits, and scheduled blocks support firm boundaries Pomodoro cycles, statistics, AI reports, and accountability features add depth
Cons	Strict sessions limit the ability to pause or leave early Pricing varies by region across published listings The listed integrations are limited to Structured and Lengo	Paid access starts at $9.95 a month, billed yearly ($17.95 monthly) The iPhone app requires iOS 16 or later No free plan; after the 14-day trial a paid plan is needed
Our verdict	one sec is a distraction-blocking and screen-time app for people who want more intentional technology use. It places configurable interventions before selected apps or websites open, and it can block chosen targets during active or… Read the review →	FocusMe is a distraction-blocking application for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iPhone, and Chrome. It is designed for professionals, students, developers, parents, and other individuals who want stronger control over digital… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• one sec — where it wins

  • Blocks apps and websites across desktop, mobile, and browser extensions
  • Supports recurring schedules, scheduled blocks, and strict sessions
  • Adds interventions, time tracking, adult-content filtering, and two integrations

  Where it doesn't

  • Strict sessions limit the ability to pause or leave early
  • Pricing varies by region across published listings
  • The listed integrations are limited to Structured and Lengo

• FocusMe — where it wins

  • Detailed rules for websites, apps, games, keywords, and categories
  • Enforced Mode, launch limits, and scheduled blocks support firm boundaries
  • Pomodoro cycles, statistics, AI reports, and accountability features add depth

  Where it doesn't

  • Paid access starts at $9.95 a month, billed yearly ($17.95 monthly)
  • The iPhone app requires iOS 16 or later
  • No free plan; after the 14-day trial a paid plan is needed

• one sec9.2/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

  A cross-platform blocker with configurable interventions, schedules, strict sessions, and tracking.

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• FocusMe8.6/10 · 14-day trial

  A highly configurable blocker for people who need firm control over digital distractions.

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