Timed phone lockbox
Tuck
$34.99 Free US delivery
Tuck is a lockbox for your phone with a built-in timer. Put your phone inside, set the timer for anywhere between 10 minutes and 24 hours, and close the lid. It stays locked until the time runs out. Your phone can still charge while it's inside, and you'll still hear calls and alarms.
Color: Pastel azure
What's in the box
- Tuck lockbox in your chosen color
- USB charging cable
- Quick-start guide
Fit & specs
- Fits all current large phones with a case on
- Timer from 10 minutes to 24 hours
- Rechargeable over USB, no batteries needed
- Display shows how much time is left
- Your phone can charge while it's locked, through a port in the box
- You can still hear calls and alarms
- Two emergency unlocks for real emergencies
Shipping
Delivery is free on every US order. Orders ship within 2 to 5 business days and include tracking. More details on the shipping page.
Returns
You can return Tuck within 14 days of delivery for a full refund. More details on the returns page.
What Tuck can't do
Tuck won't make you want your phone any less. You still have to decide to put it in. What it does is make that decision stick, so you don't have to keep making it all evening.
How it works
Lock your phone in three steps
Put your phone in
Slide it in, case and all. Honestly, this is the hardest part.
Set the timer
Choose anywhere from 10 minutes to 24 hours. Short sessions are a good way to start.
The lock closes
Close the lid and it stays locked until the timer runs out. Now go do something else.
11:47 PM
You meant to put it down an hour ago.
After a full day of work and decisions, there isn't much willpower left, and that's usually when the scrolling starts. It's not a character flaw. Most people are running on empty by 9 p.m.
Ways to use it
A few times it comes in handy
Getting work done
Lock your phone before you sit down to work or study. You'd be surprised how much gets done in an hour without checking it.
Reading a book
Put the phone away and finally pick up the book that's been sitting on your nightstand for months.
Time with people
A slow morning with coffee, dinner with friends, a night in with your partner. It's easier to pay attention to each other when nothing is buzzing.
Why it works
Why a lock works when apps don't
You decide once
Willpower runs low as the day goes on. With Tuck you make the decision once, while it's easy, instead of saying no to your phone again and again.
It's out of reach
When your phone is right next to you, you reach for it without thinking. Once it's locked away, that urge tends to fade.
There's a clear end time
You know exactly when you'll get your phone back, so the time in between feels manageable instead of endless.
Comparison
How Tuck compares
| Tuck | Screen-time apps | Willpower alone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keeps the phone out of sight | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Prevents the quick grab | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Locks on a timer you can't dismiss | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Creates a clear end time | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Works when willpower is spent | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| One-time cost, no subscription | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
Ready to give it a try?
Tuck comes in three colors for $34.99, with free US delivery and 14-day returns.
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Common questions
What if there's a real emergency?
Every Tuck has two emergency unlocks you can use whenever you really need your phone. You'll also still hear calls and alarms while it's inside.
Can't I just leave my phone in another room?
You can, and it might work for a while. The trouble is that the phone is only a short walk away, so you end up deciding not to go get it over and over. With Tuck you decide once and the lock takes care of the rest.
Will my phone fit with its case?
Yes. Tuck fits all current large phones with a case on. If yours doesn't fit, you can return it within 14 days of delivery.