Tiimo is the better app overall, scoring 8.5 to 8.1. Tiimo wins on 3 of the 5 scores, Opal on 0, with 2 tied.
People with ADHD or anyone who struggles to feel time passing
Phone users who want firm, scheduled limits on distracting apps
Score by score
The details
| Feature | Tiimo | Opal |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mind & Focus | Mind & Focus |
| Category rank | #7 of 11 | #10 of 11 |
| Developer | Tiimo ApS | Opal OS Corporation |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Usable for free | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mac | — | ✓ |
| Web | ✓ | — |
Common questions
Is Tiimo better than Opal?
Tiimo is the better app overall, scoring 8.5 to 8.1. Tiimo wins on 3 of the 5 scores, Opal on 0, with 2 tied.
Which is cheaper, Tiimo or Opal?
Tiimo: Free version on iOS and Android; Tiimo Pro unlocks everything, including web. Opal: Free plan; Pro $19.99/month, $99.99/year or $399 lifetime. On value for money, Tiimo scores higher.
Do Tiimo and Opal work on the same devices?
Only Tiimo runs on Web. Only Opal runs on Mac.
Which is more private, Tiimo or Opal?
Tiimo scores higher on privacy (7.6/10). App Store label: identifiers may be used to track you; contact info, your tasks, identifiers and usage data may be linked to you. Diagnostics are not linked.
Strengths and weaknesses
Tiimo
- Makes time visible for people who lose track of it
- AI breaks big tasks into small steps
- Works on phone, watch and web
- Free version has a limited set of tools
- Identifiers are used for tracking
Tiimo turns your day into a colorful visual timeline, so time becomes something you can see instead of something that slips away. A focus timer counts down each task, widgets and Live Activities keep the next step in view, and the AI planner turns a brain dump into realistic steps with time estimates. It won iPhone App of the Year at the 2025 App Store Awards. The free version is limited, and Pro is needed for the web planner.
Full Tiimo review
Opal
- Polished design that makes blocking feel rewarding
- Hard Mode resists late-night willpower lapses
- Clear reports on where your time goes
- Free plan is limited to a single Rule
- Pro costs more than most rivals
- Privacy label declares tracking
Opal is the most polished screen time blocker around, and it runs on iPhone, Android and Mac. Rules block apps and websites on a schedule, after a time limit or after a set number of opens, and Hard Mode makes a block nearly impossible to cancel. Clear reports show where your hours go. The catch: the free plan allows one Rule, Pro is pricey at $99.99 a year, and upgrade prompts are persistent.
Full Opal review
