Intermission Alternatives

Intermission is described as 'Sitting for hours in front of a computer screen has its consequences. Headaches, eye pain, burnout, and what doctors call Computer Vision Syndrome' and is an app. There are more than 50 alternatives to Intermission for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone and Android apps. The best Intermission alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Intermission are Workrave, ZenBreak, Micro-Break and BreakTimer.

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    Stretch Break ergonomic software reminds you to take stretch breaks to avoid RSIs. Animated figures show you how. Reduce stress and muscle and joint aches.Includes ErgoHints workstation setup guide and eye exercises. Developed by a team of health care professionals.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    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

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    OfficePhysio is an online video exercise service to prevent and cure computer-related back, neck & shoulder problems. How does it work? Simple. On www.officephysio.com users watch and imitate easy office-suitable exercises.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
    • OfficePhysio is the most popular Web-based alternative to Intermission.

    • OfficePhysio is Freemium and ProprietaryIntermission is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Twenttty icon
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    Give your eyes a break.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Breaker is a handy and easy to use program that will remind you that you need to take a break. Working for a lot of hours in a row is not good, but sometimes you do that, without noticing how much you stood in front of your computer and how tired you are.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    WristSaver is a free and open source rest reminder application for Mac OS X.

    WristSaver is written in Cocoa and takes advantage of all the advanced features of that environment on Mac OS X.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Pause periodically reminds you to take a break, and step away from the computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  8. Rest Time icon
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    Taking regular rest breaks away from your computer is essential to stay focused and productive throughout the day. Short breaks also boost concentration and prevent discomfort and Repetitive Strain Injuries.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Pandan is a time awareness tool, not a traditional time tracker or break reminder. It shows you how long you have been actively using your computer, to make you aware and let you decide when it's time to take a break.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  10. PetBar icon
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    Do you miss the peaceful moments when your cat or dog sleeping around while you are working?

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Ergonomic support utility that regularly reminds you to take breaks from using your computer, similar to tools like Workrave and Safe Eyes.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    Take a break. Contribute to erdogany/chime development by creating an account on GitHub.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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