DeskMinder AlternativesTask Management Tools and other similar apps like DeskMinder

DeskMinder is described as 'Set instant desktop pop-up reminders with full-screen alerts, Apple Reminders sync, and customizable widgets—no calendars or complex setup required' and is a Task Management tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 10 alternatives to DeskMinder for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Android, iPhone and iPad apps. The best DeskMinder alternative is Satu, which is free. Other great apps like DeskMinder are Chunk, Chimeful, Micro Timer and Countdown Timer Pro.

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  1. Satu icon
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    Enhance focus on one task at a time with gentle reminders, Lofi music, and detailed session tracking. Set custom timers, choose notification or blocking reminders, play random or favorite tracks, and manage rest alongside tasks all from the Mac menubar.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • Satu is the most popular Mac alternative to DeskMinder.

    • Satu is the most popular free alternative to DeskMinder.

    • Satu is Free and ProprietaryDeskMinder is Paid and Proprietary
  2. Chunk icon
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    Chunk is your time-blocking command center. Plan tasks with precision, get fullscreen alerts, and stay in flow all day. Built for focus, with calendar integration that fits your workflow.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • Chunk is the most popular commercial alternative to DeskMinder.

    • Chunk is Paid and ProprietaryDeskMinder is also Paid and Proprietary
  3. Chimeful icon
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    Chimeful is a customizable reminder app for macOS that helps you stay focused, mindful, and active with gentle, non-intrusive chimes—perfect for ADHD minds or anyone craving better flow.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  4. Micro Timer icon
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    Micro Timer is a tiny, microwave-inspired timer app for Android. Instead of inventing yet another clever, pretty, tedious method of inputing time, Micro Timer uses the tried-and-true 10-key pad commonly found on microwave ovens.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
    • Micro Timer is the most popular Android alternative to DeskMinder.

    • Micro Timer is the most popular Open Source alternative to DeskMinder.

    • Micro Timer is Free and Open SourceDeskMinder is Paid and Proprietary
  5. SnapTimer icon
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    All the timers I tested were too complex for my taste. I decided to write one that was dead simple, so you could run it, type in a time and hit enter. The aim of SnapTimer is to get out of the way and help you be productive.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
     
    • SnapTimer is the most popular Windows alternative to DeskMinder.

    • SnapTimer is Free and Open SourceDeskMinder is Paid and Proprietary
    • SnapTimer is CustomizableDeskMinder is not according to our users
  6. Gestimer icon
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    Gestimer - For those little reminders during the day. Drag & drop to quickly create reminders with this beautifully designed menu bar app for your Mac.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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