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Hey vs Opal

Hey and Opal 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

AttributeHeyOpal
Vendor37signalsOpal
Rating★ 4.4★ 4.7
PricingPaidPaid
PlatformsWeb, MobileiOS
Key featuresScreening inbox for strangers, Imbox / Feed / Paper Trail, Hey World pagesApp limits, Deep Focus, iOS Screen Time+
HeadquartersChicago, USAUSA
Founded20202020
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Opal has a higher user rating (4.7★ vs 4.4★).
  • Both Hey and Opal use a Paid model.
  • Hey runs on Web, Mobile; Opal runs on iOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hey or Opal better?

By user rating, Opal scores higher (4.7★ vs 4.4★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Hey or Opal?

Both Hey and Opal use a Paid pricing model.

Are Hey and Opal open source?

No — neither Hey nor Opal is open source.

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