Recess Alternatives

Recess is described as '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' and is a Prevent RSI app in the sport & health category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Recess for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone and BSD apps. The best Recess alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Recess are Workrave, Loook, Glance - Prevent Eye Strain and ZenBreak.

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    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

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    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    BreakTime is a simple utility that's designed to help you remember to take breaks away from your computer. It never forgets a break, running in your dock and / or menu bar (or even in the background). Let BreakTime do the hard work so you never miss a break.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    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

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
    • Hability is the most popular Android, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Recess.

    • Hability is Paid and ProprietaryRecess is Free and Proprietary
    • Hability is CustomizableRecess is not according to our users
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    HYSS, a Chrome extension, offers a comprehensive solution for neck pain relief with evidence-based exercises, smart reminders for consistent practice, and a motivational achievement system, all designed to integrate seamlessly into your daily routine.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
     
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    Break reminder software that reminds you to take breaks at a desired interval. Every reminder includes an illustration of a stretch exercise for inspiration.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  6. Blink Eye icon
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    An Open Source minimalist eye care reminder & Break Timer app for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    EyeLoveU is a free software which can help you care for the eyes. It will remind you when it's time to have a break while using the computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  8. Pandan icon
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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
     
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    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...

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    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  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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    20 20 20: Eye Break Reminder is an app to remind your eyes to take a break every 20 minutes to prevent digital eye strain.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
     
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