Rest Time AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Prevent RSI Apps

The best Prevent RSI alternative to Rest Time is stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Rest Time and 11 are Prevent RSI Apps so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Prevent RSI App alternatives to Rest Time are Workrave, LookAway, BreakTimer and RSIBreak.

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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.

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Rest Time alternatives page was last updated Nov 9, 2024
  1. stretchly icon
     156 likes

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

    62 stretchly alternatives
    Microbreak

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD

    Properties

    1.  Customizable
    2.  Minimalistic
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Multiplatform
    2.  Periodic Reminders
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Stretches
    5.  Reminders
    6.  Electron based
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Portable
    9.  Fullscreen support
    10.  Easy LMS intergration
    stretchly iconRest Time Icon

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    • stretchly is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Rest Time.

    • stretchly is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Rest Time.

    • stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceRest Time is Paid and Proprietary
    • stretchly is Customizable, Minimalistic and LightweightRest Time is not according to our users
  2. Workrave icon
     196 likes

    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.

    61 Workrave alternatives
    Animated GIF showing some of Workrave's exercises

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Multiple Timers
    2.  Stretching
    3.  Floating windows
    4.  3D animated exercises
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Reminders
    7.  Portable
    8.  Reading mode
    9.  Stretches
    Workrave iconRest Time Icon

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  3. LookAway icon
     2 likes

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

    59 LookAway alternatives
    LookAway screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac

    LookAway Features

    1.  Reduce Eyestrain
    2.  Native application
    3.  Periodic Reminders
    4.  Wellness
    LookAway iconRest Time Icon

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    • LookAway is the most popular commercial alternative to Rest Time.

    • LookAway is Paid and ProprietaryRest Time is also Paid and Proprietary
  4. BreakTimer icon
     7 likes

    Save yourself from RSI and eye-strain BreakTimer allows you to set up customizable breaks and will remind you to take them. BreakTimer is free and open source and available for Windows, macOS and Linux.

    60 BreakTimer alternatives
    BreakTimer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Break timers
    3.  Eye Protection Mode
    BreakTimer iconRest Time Icon

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  5. RSIBreak icon
     21 likes

    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.

    46 RSIBreak alternatives
    RSIBreak screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Reminders
    2.  Real-time Statistics
    3.  Task Tracking
    4.  Notifications
    RSIBreak iconRest Time Icon

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  6. Eyeleo icon
     19 likes

    EyeLeo is a handy PC application that reminds you to take a break for your eyes.

    57 Eyeleo alternatives
    Eyeleo screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Eyeleo Features

    1.  Screen time
    Eyeleo iconRest Time Icon

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  7. SmartBreak icon
     5 likes

    SmartBreak is a revolutionary ergonomics program that reminds you to look away from your computer screen and enforces you to take regular breaks based on your usage.

    53 SmartBreak alternatives
    SmartBreak screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows

    SmartBreak Features

    1.  Stretching
    2.  Timer
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  8. AntiRSI icon
     7 likes

    AntiRSI is a program for Mac OS X that helps prevent RSI (repetitive strain injury) and other computer related stress. It does so by forcing you to take regular breaks, yet without getting in the way. It also detects natural breaks so it wont force too many breaks on you.

    46 AntiRSI alternatives
    AntiRSI screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac

    AntiRSI Features

    1.  Stretching
    AntiRSI iconRest Time Icon

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  9. Wellnomics WorkPace icon
     3 likes

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

    53 Wellnomics WorkPace alternatives
    Timer

    License model

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Wellnomics WorkPace iconRest Time Icon

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  10. 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.

    52 Recess alternatives
    Recess screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Recess Features

    1.  Stretching
    2.  Timer
    Recess iconRest Time Icon

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  11. Blink Eye icon
     1 like

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

    44 Blink Eye alternatives
    Blink Eye App User Interface

    License model

    • FreemiumOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Calendar View
    2. Google Calendar icon  Sync with Google Calendar
    3.  Recurring Tasks
    4.  Pomodoro Timer
    5.  Subtasks
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Goal Tracking
    8.  Reminders
    9.  Calendar Integration
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Goal Setting
    12.  Ad-free
    Blink Eye iconRest Time Icon

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