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TileMyMac vs CallFirst

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TileMyMac compared with CallFirst
DetailTileMyMac logo TileMyMacCallFirst logo CallFirst
What it doesA calmer way to arrange windows on your Mac Screen time app that unlocks social media after a real phone call with someone you love
StageNot given Startup
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Based inNot given GB
Pricing modelPaid Freemium
Pricing1 Mac: $8.99 (flash sale, regular price $19.99); 3 Macs: $17.99 (regular price $29.99, $6.00 per Mac); 5 Macs: $24.99 (regular price $39.99, $5.00 per Mac). One-time purchase, no subscription. 7-day money-back guarantee. Free tier with one contact and daily unlock; paid tiers available with pricing varying by region and currency (from GBP 0 to GBP 59.99). Annual subscriptions and one-time purchases available.
Key features
  • Move between windows with Control + Option arrow key shortcuts
  • Automatically arrange new windows in a row
  • Trackpad swipe navigation with customizable fingers
  • Support for multiple displays
  • Customizable keyboard shortcut modifiers
  • Window stacking and grouping
  • Adjustable spacing between windows
  • Blocks Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads, Facebook and Snapchat until 60-second phone call
  • On-device call verification without access to call logs or audio
  • Customizable blocking schedule with one-tap activation
  • Supports both regular phone calls and WhatsApp calls
  • Multiple contacts and named groups on Pro tier
  • Privacy-first design with no contact data synced to servers
  • Daily unlock system resetting each day
  • Free tier with one contact and one daily unlock
What makes it different
  • No technical setup required, all changes made through clicking in settings
  • One permission only, works offline, no account required
  • Pause or disable anytime without losing or changing windows
  • Signed and notarized by Apple with 7-day money-back guarantee
  • Designed for personal connection rather than productivity blocking
  • Call-based unlocking replaces generic friction like timers or breathing exercises
  • Verification happens locally on-device without server access to contact data
  • One simple mechanism designed for maximum behavioral impact
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)1 +1 (up) since last check3 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)1120
Referring domains (Majestic)218

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