The best one sec alternatives in 2026

1

Waking Up

Meditation and philosophy courses from Sam Harris and guests 9.0 +0.5 vs one sec

• More features +1.2
• Faster +0.7
• Better design +0.5
• Worse value -0.4

Best for: Curious meditators who want to understand the mind, not just unwind

2

Insight Timer

A vast free library of guided meditations and talks 8.8 +0.3 vs one sec

• More features +1.3
• Less private -1.2
• Better value +0.8

Best for: Meditators who want endless free variety and a good silent timer

3

Headspace

Friendly guided meditation, sleep and focus sessions 8.7 +0.2 vs one sec

• Less private -1.8
• More features +1.2
• Worse value -1.2
• Better design +1.0

Best for: Beginners who want short, structured lessons and a friendly daily habit

4

ScrollCop

An app blocker where a friend holds the key 8.6 +0.1 vs one sec

• Better value +0.6

Best for: iPhone users who keep turning off their own app limits

5

Calm

Sleep Stories, meditation and relaxing sounds 8.6 +0.1 vs one sec

• Less private -2.0
• Worse value -1.4
• More features +1.1
• Better design +0.8

Best for: Light sleepers and anxious minds who want help winding down each night

6

Forest

Grow virtual trees by staying off your phone 8.4 -0.1 vs one sec

• Less private -0.6
• Better design +0.5
• Fewer features -0.4

Best for: Students and procrastinators who respond to playful, visual rewards

7

Opal

Screen time blocking with focus sessions and reports 8.3 -0.2 vs one sec

• Worse value -1.6
• Less private -1.6
• More features +0.8
• Better design +0.7

Best for: iPhone and Android users who want firm, scheduled limits on distracting apps

8

Sleep Cycle

Smart alarm that wakes you in your lightest sleep 8.0 -0.6 vs one sec

• Less private -2.2
• Worse value -1.6
• Slower -0.6
• More features +0.4

Best for: Light sleepers who hate harsh alarms and want simple sleep trends