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Opal - Screen Time Control

Opal - Screen Time Control

Focus is hard, so we make it easier for everyone.

4.8
•4 reviews•

311 followers

Focus is hard, so we make it easier for everyone.

4.8
•4 reviews•

311 followers

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Achieve screen time control with the world’s most-loved screen time app! Opal is the fun, free Screen Time app to improve your focus and make the most out of every day. 5 to 6 hours. That’s the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today, often without realizing it. It's time to fight back. With a combination of screen time control, app limits, app blockers, real time data, leaderboards and rewards, you will focus better and accomplish your dreams, just like Opal’s members.
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Opal - Screen Time Control Launches

Worldwide screen time stats
Worldwide screen time stats Who uses their phone the most? 57 countries & 138 cities.

Launched on July 15th, 2025

The New Opal
The New Opal Real focus in real-time, with iOS 16 Screen Time API

Launched on September 16th, 2022

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Worldwide screen time stats

Who uses their phone the most? 57 countries & 138 cities.
Who uses their phone the most? The most comprehensive dataset available globally today for data on phone screen time in 57 countries and 138 cities. For example, New Yorkers spend 40min more on their phone daily than Parisians.
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Worldwide screen time stats gallery image
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Productivity•Social Media•Data Science
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Kenneth SchlenkerAnton BalitskyiMatt Davenport

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Kenneth Schlenker
Kenneth Schlenker
Opal - Screen Time Control

Opal - Screen Time Control

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AFAIK this is the most comprehensive database available globally today for data on country and city level phone screen time - based on an extensive sample size of Opal users on iPhone (for example 300,000 in the USA). What makes this data valuable is that it is observed, not declared (like all data cited in media up to now). One 2023 study found that when you ask people to declare their screen time, they underestimate it by about 40%. This means that most journalists who have written about screen time in the past cited data that is very inaccurate.
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4.8
Based on 4 reviews
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Opal is praised for effectively helping users manage screen time and improve focus. Users appreciate its ability to create friction that discourages compulsive app use, leading to a healthier relationship with their devices. Some find it particularly useful for maintaining focus during work and relaxing on weekends by blocking distracting apps. While some users mention the cost as a downside, the overall sentiment is positive, with many noting significant behavioral changes. The app's integration with iOS 16's Screen Time API is highlighted as a key feature.

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•8 reviews
I really like Opal for helping me stay focused during the workday. But also for the opposite, to being able to relax on the weekend and not being allowed to visit apps like Slack, Gmail etc. Has really made a difference to change my behavior on how I use my apps on my phone. A bit pricy for personal use...
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6mo ago
Inés Balada
Inés Balada
•1 review
It really helped me shorten my screen time and use social media compulsively.
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1yr ago
Andy Bennett
Andy Bennett
•1 review
The difference is Opal actually works. I thought maybe it would be gimmicky but within a few days it forever changed my relationship with my phone. It creates the right amount of friction to keep you from compulsively getting lost in distracting apps. Not only am I more focused, but I actually don't even ~want~ to interact with my phone when it's not necessary.
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