Blocker Comparison Dashboard
Compare the capabilities of different tools based on our editorial review. Note that effectiveness varies by device and operating system.
| Tool Name | Category | Focus Type | Supported Devices | Website Blocking | App Blocking | Scheduling Options | Multi-Device Support | Editorial Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamban | Software App | Gambling-Specific | Win, Mac, iOS, Android | Yes | Yes | No (Always On) | Yes | Maintains a vast proprietary database; highly restrictive removal process. |
| BetBlocker | Software App | Gambling-Specific | Win, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Free tool provided by charity; offers flexible duration blocks. |
| GamBlock | Software App | Gambling-Specific | Win, Android, iOS (via MDM) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Uses advanced heuristics to catch new sites; robust enterprise-level strength. |
| Betfilter | Software App | Gambling-Specific | Win, Mac, iOS, Android | Yes | Varies | No | Yes | Designed to prevent triggering targeted gambling ads after blocking. |
| Cold Turkey Blocker | Desktop App | General | Win, Mac | Yes | Yes (Desktop) | Yes | No | User must manually compile gambling URLs to block; very hard to bypass on desktop. |
| Freedom | App/Service | General | Win, Mac, iOS, Android | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Excellent cross-platform syncing; relies on manual URL input for gambling. |
| FocusMe | Software App | General | Win, Mac, Android | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Features extreme enforced modes; requires manual list building. |
| Tech Lockdown | DNS / MDM | General | All (via DNS) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Combines DNS filtering with device management for technical users. |
Responsible Use Disclaimer
The information above reflects our editorial evaluation of the tools' stated features. No software provides a guaranteed block, and resourceful users may find workarounds. These tools are intended to add friction, not to serve as a medical treatment or cure for gambling addiction.