The Zenbox

1.247 reviews
382,00 kr
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  • Apps & websites blocked – just hold your Zenbox close, done
  • Custom focus modes for real breaks from your smartphone
  • No sign-up, no tracking – your data stays with you
  • Full control via the matching Zenbox app for iPhone & Android (Samsung, Pixel only)
  • One Zenbox works with as many devices as you like at once
  • 100% sustainable & oil-free material
  • Ø 50 mm × 16 mm – the perfect gift for digital minimalism
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3-year warranty

Key features

Made in Germany

Zenbox is made in Stuttgart: layer by layer with precise 3D printing. Designed with a strong magnetic core and durable materials so it finds a secure place anywhere.

Privacy-friendly. No profile required.

No cloud. No account. No tracking. The Zenbox app runs entirely locally on your phone. Your data stays with you.

Buy once. Use forever.

No subscription. No hidden costs. No recurring fees. The Zenbox is yours - from day one, with no expiration date.

As seen in

Digital Detox.
Proven to work.

Less screen time improves sleep, lowers stress and strengthens relationships. Zenbox brings you back into balance.

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Sleep better

59 % lower risk of sleep disturbances thanks to reduced screen time in the evening.

Frontiers in Psychiatry, 2025 View study

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Ease stress

6.9 points less perceived stress after 3 weeks of digital detox.

Journal of Behavioral Addictions, 2024 View study

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Boost focus

5 % more productivity through less screen time.

AOA Report, 2024 View study

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Deepen connection

More social connection through mindful offline time.

JAMA Network Open, 2024 View study

How the Zenbox works

More focus and fewer distractions in just 4 simple steps

Choose the apps and websites that distract you. You can also allow certain apps and block others.

Tap your phone on the Zenbox or use the button in the app. A timer starts and tracks your focus time.

Place the Zenbox out of reach. As a physical device, it creates real friction – you have to physically touch it to unlock your apps.

Regain access to your apps by tapping your phone on the Zenbox again. You also have 5 emergency unlocks through the app.

Join the "offline" movement

4,8 / 5
The difference is that I can't just unlock it. I have to walk over to a device – and that's exactly what works.
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Kati Ernst (Unternehmerin) Verifiziert
Time and focus are incredibly valuable in everyday life. The Zenbox helps me be more mindful with both and to concentrate on the things that truly matter.
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Roberto Hilbert (Deutscher Fußballmeister 2007 / Trainer) Verifiziert
My best investment under €100. The original idea was to block social media during work hours, but by now I've gone so far as to block social media in the evenings too. The Zenbox sits in my office, two floors away from the living room. And lo and behold, there are more – and above all more focused – conversations again. And another plus: I've realized that Insta isn't worth walking two floors for. 🤷‍♀️
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Sabine Wittmann Verifiziert
Since then I've been living in peaceful coexistence with my phone again, and on this point I'll stop letting teenagers teach me for now. Bottom line: I recommend the Zenbox, if only because it's a bit more affordable and you don't have to have it shipped from the US.
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Barbara V. (Spiegel-Redakteurin) Verifiziert
Before I head into the office, I use Zenbox to lock away the things that distract me. A game changer for me.
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Lisa H. Verifiziert
Since I started using the Zenbox, not only has my reading time doubled, I also work much more focused.
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Tobias Milbrandt (Bookfluencer) Verifiziert
No app-blocking system has worked as well for me and my friends as the Zenbox.
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Alon Verifiziert
I'm simply thrilled! The idea and the execution are just brilliant! On top of that, wonderful customer service … I'll definitely recommend it!
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Steffi Verifiziert
The Zenbox is lightweight and feels solidly made. It's understated and functional. At the current 49 euros, it's a tool that fits well into everyday life and serves a clear purpose. For me, the Zenbox is everyday support. It helps me direct my attention more mindfully and be more present in family life.
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Philipp Verifiziert
Super simple to use, an absolutely cool product!
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Dr. Klee Verifiziert
The idea is charming and makes sense to me. Well executed. Note: feedback was incorporated quickly and works. Wholehearted recommendation.
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Agile Waterfall Verifiziert
The Zenbox is fully embraced by our kids. We've agreed on a schedule for when each profile should be active – there's even a profile for "play and fun" (= everything allowed). Because a profile always has to be active, the Zenbox app documents phone usage.
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Simon M. Verifiziert
Received the Zenbox today. Great idea and a visually appealing execution too. The app is continually being developed and will surely offer more great features in the future. I had a question about this for the developer, which was answered very promptly and kindly. I look forward to using the app going forward to take mindful phone breaks. For that, the physical lock (deactivation only via NFC token) is the best method for me – I dismiss reminders about phone usage etc. from my iPhone far too often… ;-)
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Kolja Verifiziert
Since I started using the Zenbox, I get my work done without constantly drifting off to Instagram. The moment I tap my phone again feels like a conscious decision
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Lena Verifiziert
I came across the Zenbox by chance in a podcast. I've been regularly trying out new ideas for 3 years now, but sadly without success so far. Even paid focus apps brought no success. Smartphone games are simply built far too well. What I'm getting at: Zenbox is the first product that has helped me stay focused!!! At last I'm getting away from my phone and can hopefully escape more of my addiction. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
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Tobi W. Verifiziert
No subscription, no complicated app. Just this small, beautiful device and a single tap.
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Sven Verifiziert
I've tried quite a few things, but thanks to Zenbox I've finally broken free from my TikTok addiction. Thank you!!
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Leonie Verifiziert
Great app! The application is very nicely designed and entirely in German. The friendly and helpful support responds quickly and reliably. Your own suggestions for improvement as well as new feature ideas can be submitted easily. But the best part is that the app actually helps reduce screen time!
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André Verifiziert
Zenbox is just mega mega great! My screen time has dropped massively, I'm more relaxed and use my phone much more mindfully. Thank you!
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Anonymer Nutzer Verifiziert
I really like the Zenbox, even though I'd prefer not to need it to keep my use of that time-eater smartphone better in check. With the app you can set up different "scenarios" and adapt them to your needs. Works without any problems, and so far I'm using it successfully.
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Cornelia M. Verifiziert
Wonderful, I'm so glad the automatic click on Instagram no longer works. Freedom! :-)
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Anonymer Kunde Verifiziert
I'm thrilled. The hurdle I'd been looking for to create less screen time. I have it running almost non-stop!
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We use it together with our teenagers and we're all on our phones much less. In extreme cases, the Zenbox can even be hidden away 😉.
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The Zenbox app. Simply switch off.

Choose times, block apps, track your progress – right from the app.

Simply bring it close.

Hold your iPhone or Android phone to the Zenbox – and the connection is instant.

It works as intuitively as Apple Pay: one tap, and your focus begins.

Android: The app is already available for Google Pixel and Samsung; more manufacturers are being tested. iPhone from iOS 16.2 with NFC.

Simply bring it close.

Your timer is your anchor.

As long as it's running, distracting apps stay locked – only once it ends can you open them again without the Zenbox.

A mindfully chosen moment that protects you. Short, clear and entirely for you.

Your timer is your anchor.

Only what you allow.

Choose exactly the apps or websites that distract you – Zenbox locks them reliably until you mindfully open them again.

And the best part: Zenbox works seamlessly with all browsers.

Only what you allow.

Zenbox sets the boundary.

Distracting apps stay closed – and only open once you mindfully unlock them at the Zenbox. A clear moment of decision.


Simple. Reliable. For your focus.

Zenbox sets the boundary.

A mode for every moment.

Switch with a single tap from everyday life into deep focus, into calm or into movement – exactly as your day needs.

Each mode creates a space of its own: for a clear mind, for relaxation, for energy. So Zenbox doesn't adapt to you – but to your moment.

A mode for every moment.

Analyze precisely.

Recognize patterns you've overlooked before: when you're most focused, when you drift off and where your day truly opens up space. A clear, calm overview that shows you how your screen time is changing – not guessing, but understanding.

Analyze precisely.

Your streak. Your flow.

Watch how one day after another grows into a new routine – and stay playful along the way.

Every streak reminds you that change becomes easier when it brings joy.

Your streak. Your flow.

Why Zenbox reduces your screen time

Zenbox Device
Apple
Screen Time
Dumb
Phone
Physical barrier
No bypassing
Personalized modes
Core functions stay active Limited
Track focus

SHIPPING

Packaged & shipped with care for our resources

Your Zenbox arrives in deliberately minimal, sustainable packaging – everything you need in a single set. Less material. Less waste. More responsibility.

Inside you'll find a clear, compact quick-start guide and a Zenbox sticker.

As soon as you've ordered, your new favourite is already on its way to you.

We ship with carbon-neutral DHL GoGreen – responsibly and reliably.

LOCAL PRODUCTION

🇩🇪 3D-printed in Stuttgart

The Zenbox is made in Stuttgart-Ost using 3D printing: local, precise and from mindfully chosen materials. Shorter distances, fewer emissions, and more control over what is created.

Still have questions?

What is the Zenbox?

The Zenbox is a physical device based on NFC technology that works together with the Zenbox app. It acts as a physical barrier against distraction and helps you reduce your screen time for good

After your purchase, you set up Modes for your focus times. During these periods, distracting apps stay locked - unless you tap your smartphone to the Zenbox to consciously unlock them.

What's included in the price?

  • The physical Zenbox
  • Full access to the Zenbox app – no subscriptions or hidden costs

Does the Zenbox need power or regular charging?

No, the Zenbox needs neither power nor regular charging. It uses passive NFC technology and works without a battery or external power source.

Can I use one Zenbox with several smartphones?

Yes! One Zenbox can be paired with several devices, and you can use multiple Zenboxes for different places (e.g. home, office).

How is Zenbox different from Apple Screen Time or Android Digital Wellbeing?

Screen Time and Digital Wellbeing limits are easy to bypass - just tap 'skip' and you're back in. Zenbox creates a physical separation and requires a fresh scan to unlock, which strengthens your intention and keeps temptation out of reach.

Can't I just delete the app or find a workaround?

We've been there too, which is why we built Zenbox with a Strict Mode that closes the loopholes and prevents deleting the app or changing settings.

What happens if I lose my Zenbox?

Accidents happen — that's why we offer three emergency unlocks per month in the app, which automatically free up all your apps.

Is my phone compatible with Zenbox?

Zenbox works with iPhones running iOS 16.2 or later. It doesn't work with an iPad. Android: the app is already available for Google Pixel and Samsung phones; further manufacturers are currently being tested. Info & waiting list for more models.

Does it also work with the iPad?

Unfortunately not, as the iPad has no built-in NFC scanner.