Looking for a Cold Turkey alternative?
Why people look for a Cold Turkey alternative
- You're on a Chromebook or Linux, which Cold Turkey doesn't support.
- A system-level app feels heavier than you need.
- You want to keep YouTube for work and lose only the feed.
What ZenTab does differently
- A browser extension: nothing to install on the system, works on Chromebook and Linux too.
- Feed Eraser hides feeds instead of blocking whole sites.
- $10 once versus $39 to $45.
- A streak graph, ambience, tasks and urge challenges for adult content.
When to stay with Cold Turkey
Stay with Cold Turkey if you need to block desktop apps or games, or want the strongest lock available on Windows or Mac. It does some things ZenTab doesn't:
- Blocks desktop apps and every browser on the computer, not just Chrome.
- Very hard to bypass: locked blocks, random-text unlocks and anti-uninstall protection.
- One purchase covers all the Windows and Mac computers you personally use.
Other Cold Turkey alternatives
- BlockSite
A popular blocker with phone apps and cross-device sync, on a subscription.
ZenTab vs BlockSite - StayFocusd
A long-running, free Chrome extension built around daily time allowances.
ZenTab vs StayFocusd - LeechBlock NG
A free, open-source and very configurable blocker for Firefox and Chrome.
ZenTab vs LeechBlock NG - Freedom
A cross-device blocker that runs synced sessions on your phone and computer at once.
ZenTab vs Freedom - Forest
A gamified focus timer where a virtual tree grows while you stay focused.
ZenTab vs Forest - Momentum
A beautiful New Tab dashboard with photos, quotes and to-dos, with focus tools in Plus.
ZenTab vs Momentum
Frequently asked questions
Is ZenTab free?
Yes. The free plan blocks 10 sites, hides YouTube Shorts and includes the focus timer, Zen New Tab and streak, with no time limit. Pro is $10 once, with a 7-day free trial and a 14-day refund.
Can I use ZenTab and Cold Turkey together?
You can, but most people pick one, so there's a single set of rules to manage. If you keep both, move your website blocking to ZenTab and keep Cold Turkey for what ZenTab doesn't do.
How long does switching from Cold Turkey take?
About a minute. Add ZenTab to Chrome, pick the distraction packs you want in the 60-second setup, and add any other sites from your old list in Site Blocker.
Try ZenTab free
Block distracting sites, hide endless feeds and grow a focus streak. Free forever, with a 7-day Pro trial and no card. Pro is $10 once, with a 14-day money-back guarantee.