FocusTube vs BlockTube
BlockTube lets you block YouTube channels and videos by keyword or wildcard pattern. FocusTube uses AI to understand what you are watching and whether it aligns with your goals.
Feature comparison based on publicly available information. Last updated June 2026.
| Feature | FocusTube | BlockTube |
|---|---|---|
| AI video classification by your goals | - | |
| Personalised nudges before blocking | - | |
| Focus score and watch time dashboard | - | |
| Block specific channels | ||
| Block videos by keyword | - | |
| Block videos by wildcard pattern | - | |
| Hide homepage recommendations | - | |
| Hide sidebar recommendations | - | |
| Block or track Shorts | - | |
| Daily time limits | - | |
| Focus windows (schedule allowed hours) | - | |
| Search limits | - | |
| Understands what you are trying to learn | - | |
| Free tier | 14-day trial |
When to use BlockTube
BlockTube is a solid choice if you know exactly which channels and topics are wasting your time. You can create manual block rules using channel names, keywords, and wildcard patterns. It is free and simple. If your problem is a handful of specific channels or video types, BlockTube gives you precise manual control.
When to use FocusTube
FocusTube is for when manual rules are not enough. You might not know in advance which video will pull you off track. FocusTube solves this by using AI to evaluate every video against your stated goals in real time. Instead of blocking content you have already identified, it catches new distractions as they appear. On top of that, it tracks your watch patterns, limits your searches, sets time limits, and gives you a dashboard to understand your YouTube habits.
The key difference
BlockTube blocks content you have manually identified. FocusTube classifies content you have not seen yet based on your goals. One is reactive, the other is proactive.
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