Free Workrave Alternatives for Mac

Workrave is not available for Mac but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on macOS with similar functionality. The best free Mac alternative is Stretchly, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Workrave and many of them are free and available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free Mac alternatives to Workrave are Time Out, Loook, ZenBreak and Sane Break.

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  1. Stretchly icon
     170 likes

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

    74 Stretchly alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
     
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    Stretchly vs Workrave Comments
    Ivan Danut
    Positive
    3

    Better interface, same features.

    Qb
    Positive
    1

    well made, and customizable but is an Electron app, not light on resource.

    nicoleahmed
    Positive
    3

    better interface, good ideas, easily customised

    3 of 4 comments
    • Stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceWorkrave is Free and Open Source
    • Stretchly is Customizable and MinimalisticWorkrave is not according to our users
  2. Time Out icon
     37 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.

    186 Time Out alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
     
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    Time Out vs Workrave Comments
    davidz
    Positive
    0

    Gives the same functionality and improves in some features.

    • Time Out is Free and ProprietaryWorkrave is Free and Open Source
  3. Loook icon
     12 likes

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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
     
  4. ZenBreak icon
     10 likes

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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  5. Sane Break icon
     7 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  6. BreakTimer icon
     12 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
     
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    BreakTimer vs Workrave Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's free, multi-platform and lightweight

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • BreakTimer is Free and Open SourceWorkrave is also Free and Open Source
    • BreakTimer is CustomizableWorkrave is not according to our users
  7. Micro-Break icon
     3 likes

    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

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    • Mac
     
  8. Iris icon
     32 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. Eyes Care icon
     3 likes

    Eyes Care is a desktop application built with Flutter, designed to help users maintain healthy eyes by following the 20-20-20 rule. The app reminds users to take regular breaks and rest their eyes to reduce eye strain and prevent digital eye fatigue.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. wnr icon
     11 likes

    Effective time-management, better than pomodoros Work and rest, with wnr now.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  11. Mibreaker icon
     1 like

    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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  12. WristSaver is a free and open source rest reminder application for Mac OS X.

    WristSaver is written in Cocoa and takes advantage of all the advanced features of that environment on Mac OS X.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
     
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