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Browwwser vs BlockSite
Which website blocker is right for you?
Quick Comparison
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Platform | macOS | Chrome, Android |
| Price | $99/yr or $199 lifetime | $36/yr |
| Free tier | Yes (7 days) | Yes (3 blocked sites) |
| Bypass difficulty | Very hard | Low |
| Blocking method | Browser engine — requests killed at the network layer, no extension to disable | Browser extension + Android app |
BlockSite — Strengths
- Very easy to set up (Chrome extension)
- Android app with accessibility-based blocking
- Category blocking (social media, adult, etc.)
- Focus mode with timer
BlockSite — Weaknesses
- Extension can be disabled in 5 seconds via chrome://extensions
- Incognito mode bypasses it entirely by default
- No desktop app blocking
- No macOS system-level support
Browwwser — Strengths
- Engine-level blocking — nothing to disable or uninstall
- Desktop app blocking (closes macOS apps)
- Lock mode (1 hour to 7 days, no override)
- Scheduled blocking with recurring rules
- Full Chrome compatibility (extensions, passwords, bookmarks)
- One-click presets (social media, news, video)
Browwwser — Weaknesses
- macOS only — no Windows, Linux, or mobile
- No free tier beyond 7-day trial
- Requires switching your default browser
The Bottom Line
BlockSite is a solid choice if you need very easy to set up (chrome extension). But if your main problem is bypassing your own blocker when willpower runs out, Browwwser solves that at the architecture level — the blocking runs inside the browser engine, not on top of it.