Opal vs one sec: which screen time app fits you?

Opal and one sec are both popular, well-reviewed screen time apps, and they suit different people. Tap what sounds like you and the picker shows which fits best. We also include a third option, FocusPass, which our studio makes, so you can see it next to both.

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Opal vs one sec vs FocusPass at a glance

	Opal	one sec	FocusPass
Core idea	Focus sessions, app limits and blocking, with gamified motivation	A deliberate pause before a distracting app opens	Apps stay protected; you request a short timed Pass when you need one
Account, ads, privacy	Listed features include sharing and sync	See its listing	No account
Price to start	Free download, paid Pro	Free, with one sec pro (annual, monthly or lifetime)	Free forever tier, optional Pro
App Store ratings	4.7 from about 91,000 ratings	4.8 from about 24,000 ratings	New, not many ratings yet

Facts from each app's App Store listing, November 2026. FocusPass is made by Honest Little Apps, the studio behind this page.

Who each one is for

Choose Opal if…You enjoy streaks, leaderboards and scheduled sessions, and it's a polished, very well-reviewed app.

Choose one sec if…A gentle pause works for you, and it's a polished, very well-reviewed app.

Or try FocusPass if…You want distracting apps to stay shut by default, with a quiet, deliberate way back in, and nothing tracking you.

Want the one-on-one versions? See Opal compared in depth and one sec compared in depth, or browse all honest comparisons.

FocusPass: App Blocker

FocusPass: App Blocker protects the apps you choose with Apple's own Screen Time shield and lets you take a short, timed Pass when you really need one. When the Pass ends, the app locks again. No account, no ads. Free tier forever.

Free on the App Store

Questions

Which is better, Opal or one sec?

Neither is better for everyone. Opal suits people motivated by sessions, streaks and leaderboards. one sec suits people who just need a pause before a distracting app opens.

Do Opal and one sec both use Apple Screen Time?

Both work with Apple's Screen Time tools on iPhone. Check each listing for the exact features.

Is FocusPass free?

FocusPass is free to download. Price to start: Free forever tier, optional Pro.

Where did these comparison facts come from?

From each app's App Store listing in November 2026. Features and prices change, so check the listing before you decide.

Updated November 12, 2026.

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