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EnglishIs 1Focus Free? What the Free Plan Actually Gets You
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1Focus is free to download and includes a free plan, so you can start blocking distracting apps and websites on Mac without paying. What the free plan covers in detail — how many sites or apps you can block, how long sessions can run, and where the limits sit — is not spelled out on the site itself, so treat "free plan" as a starting point and confirm the current limits in the app before you commit to it as your only tool. The site also invites you to "Download 1Focus for free!", and one reviewer describes the free plan as "generous enough to allow for good use!" That's a user's impression, not an official spec.
What the site confirms
- Free download. The page advertises a free download and a free plan.
- Mac-only. 1Focus is "Designed for Mac," so it isn't an option if you split your time across Windows or mobile.
- The core job. It disables access to specific websites and apps so you can work without reflexively opening them.
- Hard to bypass. The site calls it "Difficult to bypass," and reviewers back this up — one notes "There's no way to cheat or bypass the restrictions," and another says they like "that there are ways to prevent me from unblocking."
- Social proof. 4.7 stars across 6,000+ reviews, per the site.
What the free plan likely includes — and what to verify
The page doesn't publish a feature-by-feature breakdown of free versus paid. Based on how the product is described and what reviewers say they use it for, here's what to check inside the app:
| Question to answer | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| How many websites/apps can I block at once? | Determines whether the free tier covers your whole distraction list or just a few |
| How long can a blocking session run? | One reviewer mentions creating "6-hour sessions" — confirm whether that length is free or paid |
| Can I schedule blocks in advance? | Reviewers describe blocking social media after 10pm and until noon; scheduling is central to that use |
| Can I prevent myself from unblocking? | The "difficult to bypass" promise is the main reason people pick this over browser extensions |
| Are there multiple extensions to install? | A reviewer contrasts 1Focus with apps that "require multiple extensions" — a single clean setup is part of the appeal |
The paid option
One review mentions $9.99/year and calls the value "very reasonable." That figure comes from a user review, not from official pricing on the page, so confirm the current price and what it unlocks directly in the app or store listing before buying. Don't assume the free plan expires or that a subscription is required — the site presents the download itself as free.
Who the free plan suits
- You want to test the blocking mechanism first. Download free, set one scheduled block, and see whether the "can't easily bypass it" behavior actually holds you accountable.
- Your distraction list is short. If you mainly need to cut off two or three sites during work hours, a free tier is often enough.
- You're on Mac only. If you also need blocking on iPhone, iPad, or Windows, this isn't the tool for that job.
Who should plan on paying
- You need long, scheduled blocks across many sites and apps. Heavy users — the ones blocking "literally each and every type" of app, or running all-day work blocks — are the most likely to hit free-tier ceilings.
- You want the anti-bypass features as a permanent setup. If the whole point is that you can't talk yourself out of a block, make sure those controls are in the tier you choose.
How to decide in five minutes
- Download 1Focus for free from the site.
- Add your top three distracting sites or apps and start one session.
- Try to bypass it the way you normally would — search bar, direct URL, app icon.
- Check whether the session length and item count you need are available without upgrading.
- If you hit a limit, look at the in-app upgrade price and compare it against the $9.99/year figure a reviewer cited.
If the free plan handles your real use case, there's no reason to pay. If you keep running into limits on session length or the number of blocked items, that's your signal to check the paid tier — and to verify the current price yourself, since the only number on the page comes from a review rather than official pricing.