stretchly AlternativesPrevent RSI Apps & Health Tools like stretchly

stretchly is described as 'Is cross-platform open source app that reminds you to take breaks when working with computer' and is a very popular Prevent RSI app in the sport & health category. There are more than 50 alternatives to stretchly for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and Android Tablet apps. The best stretchly alternative is Workrave, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like stretchly are ZenBreak, LookAway, BreakTimer and Safe Eyes Linux.

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stretchly alternatives page was last updated Oct 8, 2024
  1. 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.

    63 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
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    Comments about Workrave as an Alternative to stretchly
     
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    It has an option to lock the computer when a break is due.

    Positive commentSep 8, 2017
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    • Almost everyone thinks Workrave is a great stretchly alternative.

    • Workrave is the most popular Windows & Linux alternative to stretchly.

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

    • Workrave is Free and Open Sourcestretchly is Freemium and Open Source
    • Workrave is Lightweightstretchly is not according to our users
  2. ZenBreak icon
     6 likes

    ZenBreak gently reminds you to take meaningful breaks from your devices. Customize your breaks and embrace a healthier relationship with technology.

    62 ZenBreak alternatives
    ZenBreak screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    ZenBreak Features

    1.  Reduce Eyestrain
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    • ZenBreak is the most popular Mac alternative to stretchly.

    • ZenBreak is Free and Open Sourcestretchly is Freemium and Open Source
  3. LookAway icon
     3 likes

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

    61 LookAway alternatives
    LookAway screenshot 1

    License model

    Platforms

    • Mac

    LookAway Features

    1.  Reduce Eyestrain
    2.  Native application
    3.  Periodic Reminders
    4.  Wellness
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    • LookAway is the most popular commercial alternative to stretchly.

    • LookAway is Paid and Proprietarystretchly is Freemium and Open Source
  4. BreakTimer icon
     8 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.

    62 BreakTimer alternatives
    BreakTimer screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Eye Protection Mode
    3.  Break timers
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  5. Safe Eyes Linux icon
     22 likes

    SafeEyes is an application that tries to protect your eyes from eye strain (asthenopia) by reminding you to take breaks while you're working long hours at the computer. It was created as a free and open source Linux alternative for EyeLeo, a Windows-only app.

    29 Safe Eyes Linux alternatives
    Safe Eyes Linux screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    3.  Optional strict break
    4.  Do not disturb mode
    5.  Dark Mode
    6.  Reminders
    7.  Multiple languages
    8.  Timer
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  6. TotalPause icon
     1 like

    TotalPause is a break reminder tool designed to remind you to take breaks and help you calm down and focus, enhancing productivity and promoting a healthier lifestyle.

    15 TotalPause alternatives
    TotalPause screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac

    TotalPause Features

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  7. 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.

    48 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
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  8. Cronometer - Break Reminders icon
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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...

    60 Cronometer - Break Reminders alternatives
    Cronometer - Break Reminders screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  9. Sane Break icon
     2 likes

    Sane Break is a cross-platform break reminder designed to help you take meaningful breaks without disrupting your workflow. Sane Break allows you to take ownership of when to stop and break. It starts by providing a gentle, non-intrusive reminder through a flashing window.

    8 Sane Break alternatives
    Flashing window and the preference page in dark theme

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Reminders
    5.  QT Based
    6.  Cross-Platform
    7.  Periodic Reminders
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  10. Iris icon
     31 likes

    Iris is software which makes monitors healthy for the eyes. With iris you can reduce the blue light emitted from your screen for better sleep, reduce the brightness of your screen and avoid eye pain.

    141 Iris alternatives
    Iris screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreemiumProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Iris Features

    1.  Support for Multiple Monitors
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Automatic brightness dimming
    5.  Reduce Eyestrain
    6.  Blue light filter
    7.  Built-in timer
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  11. Eyeleo icon
     19 likes

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

    58 Eyeleo alternatives
    Eyeleo screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Eyeleo Features

    1.  Screen time
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  12. Time Out icon
     34 likes

    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.

    160 Time Out alternatives
    Time Out screenshot 1

    License model

    • FreeProprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Time Out Features

    1.  Screen time
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