Skip to index

Harvest vs SelfControl

Harvest 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

AttributeHarvestSelfControl
VendorHarvestCharlie Stigler
Rating★ 4.5★ 4.6
PricingPaidFree
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, MobilemacOS
Key featuresTimers, Invoices, ExpensesFree, Cannot undo until done, Mac-only
HeadquartersNew York, USAOpen source
Founded20062009
Open sourceNoYes

Key differences

  • SelfControl has a higher user rating (4.6★ vs 4.5★).
  • Harvest is Paid, while SelfControl is Free.
  • SelfControl is open source (its code is public), while Harvest is proprietary.
  • Harvest runs on Web, Desktop, Mobile; SelfControl runs on macOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Harvest or SelfControl better?

By user rating, SelfControl scores higher (4.6★ vs 4.5★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Harvest or SelfControl?

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

Are Harvest and SelfControl open source?

SelfControl is open source, while Harvest is proprietary.

More Productivity comparisons