Pomy AlternativesPrevent RSI Apps like Pomy

Pomy is described as 'Desktop widget-style app designed to prevent eye strain by reminding you how long to focus on-screen and when to take a break. Inspired by the 20-20-20 rule by optometrists' and is a Prevent RSI app in the sport & health category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Pomy for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, Web-based and Flathub apps. The best Pomy alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Pomy are Workrave, ZenBreak, Glance - Prevent Eye Strain and Micro-Break.

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  1. Stretchly icon
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    stretchly is cross-platform open source app that reminds you to take breaks when working with computer.

    66 Stretchly alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
     
    • Stretchly is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Pomy.

    • Stretchly is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Pomy.

    • Stretchly is Freemium and Open SourcePomy is Free and Proprietary
    • Stretchly is Customizable, Minimalistic and LightweightPomy is not according to our users
  2. Workrave icon
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    Workrave is a free application designed to prevent and recover from Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs) by encouraging regular breaks and micro-pauses during computer use.

    65 Workrave alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
     
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    Eye resting features, also with longs breaks. UI feels old

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    • Workrave is Free and Open SourcePomy is Free and Proprietary
    • Workrave is LightweightPomy is not according to our users
  3. ZenBreak icon
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    ZenBreak gently reminds you to take meaningful breaks from your devices. Customize your breaks and embrace a healthier relationship with technology.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    Half the world’s population will have myopia by 2050. Digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome, affects over 50% of people.

    37 Glance - Prevent Eye Strain alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • Glance - Prevent Eye Strain is the most popular commercial alternative to Pomy.

    • Glance - Prevent Eye Strain is Paid and ProprietaryPomy is Free and Proprietary
  5. Micro-Break icon
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    Micro-Break is a menu bar app made in order to help keep track of time and remind yourself to take micro-breaks.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  6. Loook icon
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    Dry eyes after long workdays? This cute buddy gently reminds you to blink, fix your posture, look away and drink enough water.

    37 Loook alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  7. LookAway icon
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    LookAway puts your Mac in rest mode at regular intervals to help you rest your eyes. It's gentle, smart, and fully customizable.

    63 LookAway alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
     
    • LookAway is the most popular iPhone alternative to Pomy.

    • LookAway is Paid and ProprietaryPomy is Free and Proprietary
  8. Time Out icon
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    Break timer with micro-breaks for Mac OS X. 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 fo.

    174 Time Out alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  9. DeskRest icon
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    Customizable macOS wellness assistant with break reminders, posture alerts, stretch prompts, eye strain reduction, and on-screen progress tracking to support ergonomic habits, mental focus, and overall comfort for professionals, students, and office workers.

    44 DeskRest alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  10. Iris icon
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    Reduces blue light and flicker for eye comfort, supports auto color temperature adjustment based on time, customizable modes, overlays, color and font options, docking station support, and accessible part-screen filtering for diverse needs.

    145 Iris alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. RSIBreak icon
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    RSIBreak is a small utility to remind you to take regular short breaks. Repetitive Strain Injury is an illness which can occur as a result of continuous work with a mouse and keyboard. The risk of suffering injury increases the longer users work without breaks.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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    Cronometer is a macOS Menu Bar application designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance with seamless break reminders, time tracking, and habit monitoring. Prioritize your well-being while staying productive with powerful features aimed at reducing strain and...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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