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SurfPal vs PI Labs

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SurfPal compared with PI Labs
DetailSurfPal logo SurfPalPI Labs logo PI Labs
What it doesWebsite blocker and time tracker for Chrome and Edge browsers Small browser tools that stay out of the way
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingNot given Basic: $10/month (400 energy), Standard: $20/month (800 energy), Pro: $95/month (4,400 energy). Top up: $20 for 800 energy.
Key features
  • Focus plans with block by schedule and time limit options
  • Cloud backup to Google Drive
  • Intent check confirmation before accessing blocked sites
  • Per-visit time limits and daily duration restrictions
  • Data export in CSV format
  • Domain hierarchy tracking with subdomain organization
  • Excluded sites list to allow access to specific subdomains
  • Strictness level control for plan enforcement
  • Energy-based usage model
  • One Google account, no licence key
  • Cancel any time
What makes it different
  • Automatic tracking of browsing time at domain granularity level
  • Flexible blocking rules combining schedule-based and duration-based restrictions
  • Intent check mechanism to interrupt automatic browsing habits
  • Cross-device data synchronization via Google Drive
  • Low-power architecture with high performance
  • Built solo and shipped frequently
  • Small tools that stay out of the way
  • Energy-based pricing scales with usage
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)3 no change since last check8 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)83
Citation Flow (Majestic)2116
Referring domains (Majestic)1816

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