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Otterdock vs ColorPause

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Otterdock compared with ColorPause
DetailOtterdock logo OtterdockColorPause logo ColorPause
What it doesGroup apps, files, folders, and links in your Mac Dock with organized workflows Break the scroll habit by turning distracting websites and apps gray once you reach your limits.
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2026
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree: 2 groups with 8 items each. Pro: $6.99 one-time purchase for unlimited groups and Pro skins. 1 Mac: $39 one time ($29 until November 10). 3 Macs: $59 one time ($49 until November 10). 5 Macs: $69 one time ($59 until November 10). All plans include 12 months of updates. Free 14-day trial with no card required.
Key features
  • Group apps, files, folders, and web links in one workflow
  • Global keyboard shortcuts for quick group access
  • Desktop and Notification Center widgets
  • Custom icon skins to separate workflows
  • Per-group file openers for custom app associations
  • Open All button to launch entire group at once
  • Hover-to-expand mode for quick access
  • Type-to-search popups and arrow key navigation
  • Thumbnail previews for images, PDFs, and videos
  • Support for macOS 14 and newer on Intel and Apple Silicon
  • Minutes or opens limits per hour or per day
  • Active hours scheduling
  • Chosen days configuration
  • Days off exclusions
  • Last 7 days analytics
  • Works with multiple displays
  • Menu bar access
  • No browser extension required
  • Supports Mac apps and web apps
  • Keep gray or show in color options
What makes it different
  • Local storage with no cloud syncing or data collection
  • One-time purchase with no subscription
  • Visual group editor for easy organization without manual Finder management
  • Free tier with 2 groups and 8 items per group
  • Two distribution channels for flexibility
  • Takes color away instead of locking you out, letting interest fade naturally
  • Only the window over its limit turns gray, rest of screen stays in color
  • Works without browser extension in Chrome and Safari
  • No account, no analytics, complete privacy
  • Research-backed approach showing 50 minutes daily reduction
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)18 +2 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)90
Citation Flow (Majestic)1512
Referring domains (Majestic)61

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