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SelfControl vs Sorted

SelfControl and Sorted 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

AttributeSelfControlSorted
VendorCharlie StiglerStayOnTask
Rating★ 4.6★ 4.6
PricingFreePaid
PlatformsmacOSiOS, macOS
Key featuresFree, Cannot undo until done, Mac-onlyAuto-schedule, Day timeline, Apple-native
HeadquartersOpen sourceRemote
Founded20092015
Open sourceYesNo

Key differences

  • SelfControl and Sorted share the same user rating (4.6★).
  • SelfControl is Free, while Sorted is Paid.
  • SelfControl is open source (its code is public), while Sorted is proprietary.
  • SelfControl runs on macOS; Sorted runs on iOS, macOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is SelfControl or Sorted better?

SelfControl and Sorted are rated equally (4.6★) by users, so the better choice depends on your needs — see the feature and platform comparison above.

Which is cheaper, SelfControl or Sorted?

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

Are SelfControl and Sorted open source?

SelfControl is open source, while Sorted is proprietary.

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