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Fantastical vs SelfControl

Fantastical and SelfControl are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeFantasticalSelfControl
VendorFlexibitsCharlie Stigler
Rating★ 4.7★ 4.6
PricingPaidFree
PlatformsmacOS, iOS, WindowsmacOS
Key featuresNL event parse, Apple-native, SetsFree, Cannot undo until done, Mac-only
HeadquartersGrand Rapids, USAOpen source
Founded20112009
Open sourceNoYes

Key differences

  • Fantastical has a higher user rating (4.7★ vs 4.6★).
  • Fantastical is Paid, while SelfControl is Free.
  • SelfControl is open source (its code is public), while Fantastical is proprietary.
  • Fantastical runs on macOS, iOS, Windows; SelfControl runs on macOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastical or SelfControl better?

By user rating, Fantastical scores higher (4.7★ vs 4.6★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Fantastical or SelfControl?

Fantastical is Paid and SelfControl is Free. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Fantastical and SelfControl open source?

SelfControl is open source, while Fantastical is proprietary.

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