Fadetop Alternatives

Fadetop is described as 'FadeTop is a visual break reminder for Windows. At regular intervals, it fades your desktop into a bluish color, and displays current time' and is a Health tool in the sport & health category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Fadetop for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone and Android apps. The best Fadetop alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Fadetop are Workrave, Loook, knook and Glance - Prevent Eye Strain.

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  1. Emanen Motomu icon
     3 likes

    It is very easy to fall into bad habits when using a computer for hours on end. You care about what you are doing, so can sometimes push yourself too far, or over-strain yourself. The human body isn't built to sit in one position for endless hours, gripping a mouse or typing...

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. Big Stretch is a free simple reminder tool that prompts a user to take regular breaks and helps prevent the symptoms of RSI. Alternatively it can be a simple reminder program to tell you when it’s your coffee break!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. Rest icon
     6 likes

    Rest is an app for your computer that keeps you productive and healthy throughout the day.

    It does so by reminding you to take a break every now and then, optionally suggesting great mini exercises that you can do right there in your office chair.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  4. Xwrits icon
     3 likes

    Xwrits reminds you to take wrist breaks, which will hopefully help you prevent repetitive stress injury. It pops up an X window when you should rest; you click on that window, then take a break.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  5. Angelic Retreat is a simple program which periodically blocks your computer to force you rest. If you have used similar ones before, you know about their cruel nature. Angelic Retreat is an attempt to create a humane software of such kind where the most significant aspects could...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. WorkPace is one of the most sophisticated computer ergonomics packages available. WorkPace monitors your mouse and keyboard

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. Recess icon
     1 like

    We know that it is not good for our health when spending hour after hour in front of the screen. It might effect our bodies negatively, e.g., stiff, throbbing, ... Recess is necessary. We need to take a short break, e.g.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  8. Eyefoo icon
     Like

    Does too much time using computer gives you dry eyes and fatigue discomfort? Eyefoo is a timer to remind you to rest, keep you from repetitive strain injury and help stay healthy.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. Hability icon
     1 like

    Hability is a wellness app for desk workers that helps combat the effects of sedentary behavior. Through regular reminders, it prompts users to do quick, effective exercises throughout the day, to increase activity levels and reduce neck and back pain.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. Blink Eye icon
     1 like

    An Open Source minimalist eye care reminder & Break Timer app for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. Physical therapy: breathwork, stretching, and eye exercises at the workplace.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  12.  1 like

    eyeBreak is a tiny app designed to sit in the Windows tray and provide a non-ignorable message reminding you to take a break from what you are working on. Encouraging you to perform eye exercises, take comfort breaks, or generally you can use the application to remind you simply...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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