Pauzie vs Opal
Opal lives on your phone. Pauzie doesn't.
Opal is software only. Pauzie adds a small device you keep somewhere else.
With Pauzie, unlocking means walking to the device. Opal's controls are on the phone itself.
Opal's strictest mode, Hard Mode, is part of Pro.
Opal also works on Mac.
Both have a mode that makes cheating hard.
Opal is an app you can download today.
Tap any row to read more. Opal details from opalapp.com, checked 16 October 2026.
Which one is for you?
You want the unlock out of reach, and to pay once.
You want a free app to start, or blocking on your Mac too.
Questions
Can I use Pauzie and Opal together?
On Android, yes. On iPhone, two blocking apps can clash over Screen Time permission, so we suggest using one.
Is Opal free?
Opal has a free plan. Its Pro plan is $99.99 a year or $399 lifetime, on Opal's website.
Why a device instead of an app?
A lock is easiest to beat when the key is on the same phone. Pauzie keeps the key somewhere else.
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Opal is a trademark of its owner. Pauzie is not connected to Opal.