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stretchly

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

Microbreak

License model

  • FreemiumOpen Source

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • BSD
4.7 / 5 Avg rating (39)
157 likes
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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

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stretchly information

  • Developed by

    Jan Hovancik
  • Licensing

    Open Source (BSD-2-Clause) and Freemium product.
  • Pricing

    Subscription that costs $1 per month + free version with limited functionality.
  • Written in

  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.7 (39 ratings)
  • Alternatives

    64 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

AlternativeTo Categories

Sport & HealthOffice & Productivity

GitHub repository

  •  5,029 Stars
  •  462 Forks
  •  80 Open Issues
  •   Updated Feb 28, 2025 
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Our users have written 38 comments and reviews about stretchly, and it has gotten 157 likes

stretchly was added to AlternativeTo by hovancik on Oct 8, 2016 and this page was last updated May 24, 2023.

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Comment summary: Stretchly is praised for its beautiful, minimalistic design, being user-friendly, and offering effective break reminders with customizable messages. Many users appreciate the application's free and open-source nature, helpful suggestions, and ability to support long-term use without admin rights. However, some areas for improvement include adding a phone version, AFK detection, and enhanced configurability. The app is compared to alternatives like Workrave, noting its superior user experience.
gusenica
  
Top positive commentJun 13, 2019

Very good application. Breaks are configurable. Tried several apps. This one is the best so far. Wishes for developers:

  1. show not only text during microbreaks but images as well - it's much easier to see a picture rather than concentrating on a text
  2. appear window slowly - I don't like interruptions so have disabled microbreak notifications. But when you are busy it's obstructing when window appears right when you do something, e.g. quickly typing text.
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wimejen63
  
Positive commentMar 3, 2024

If you are looking for a very light weight application that does all the basic requirements, you might want to try our product. It offers micro breaks, breaks, sound and visual reminder and stretch suggestions all in a minimalistic appearance.

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lbailey45
  
Positive commentOct 31, 2023

It's so simple and does exactly what I want - force me to take a break. I found that I have to use strict mode, but others will appreciate the option to not use it.

I also like that if I'm in the middle of typing I can still type although I can barely see - this allows me to not stop in the middle of a thought, and also not have to dismiss the break.

I wish there was a phone version!

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sufianbabri
  
Positive commentOct 15, 2023

Stretchly is an awesome app and most of the things are easily configurable. The settings area is very clean and intuitive. It automatically adapts to the system's appearance (dark/light mode).

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davidfrasergo
  
Positive commentJul 29, 2023

stretchly is free and open source, and also lets you fairly easily customise the messages that come up in breaks, to target particular stretches etc that are helpful for you

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Guest
  
Positive commentDec 8, 2021

It helps me to avoid long-time sitting

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Eyji
  
Positive commentJan 16, 2021

It's the only one I like and managed to keep for several months now.

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What is stretchly?

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

By default, it runs in your tray and shows reminder window every 10 minutes, that is open for 20 seconds, containing idea for microbreak.

Every 30 minutes, it shows window containing idea for longer 5 minute break.

You can pause/resume reminding of breaks. On Windows and macOS, you can set app to start at login.

You can also skip to the next break or microbreak anytime from menu, or reset (restart) breaks.

Microbreaks and breaks can be customized:

  • you can set duration and interval of break
  • you can enable/disable breaks
  • you can enable/disable strict mode (breaks can't be finished early)
  • you can choose from different color schemes
  • you can pick a sound to be played at the end of the break

All settings can be reset to defaults.

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