Workrave Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Workrave for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Workrave and 12 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Workrave are ZenBreak, RSIBreak, Safe Eyes Linux and BreakTimer.

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Workrave alternatives are mainly Prevent RSI Apps but may also be Health Tools or Color Temperature Tools.  Filter by these or use the filter bar below if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Workrave.
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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.

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Workrave alternatives page was last updated Nov 9, 2024
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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.

    64 stretchly alternatives
    Microbreak

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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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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    Ivan Danut

    Better interface, same features.

    Positive comment •Jul 19, 2019
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    Qb

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

    Positive comment •Jul 28, 2020
    1
    nicoleahmed

    better interface, good ideas, easily customised

    Positive comment •Apr 24, 2018
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    • Almost everyone thinks stretchly is a great Workrave alternative.

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

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

    • stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceWorkrave is Free and Open Source
    • stretchly is Customizable, Minimalistic and LightweightWorkrave is not according to our users
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    ZenBreak

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    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

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    ZenBreak Features

    1.  Reduce Eyestrain
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  4. RSIBreak icon
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    RSIBreak

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    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

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

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

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    Comments about RSIBreak as an Alternative to Workrave
     
    Guest
    • still updated
    • part of KDE - trustworthy developers
    Positive comment •Nov 8, 2018
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    Guest

    Workrave does not work on Ubuntu 16.04

    Positive comment •May 21, 2018
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    • Almost everyone thinks RSIBreak is a great Workrave alternative.

    • RSIBreak is Free and Open SourceWorkrave is also Free and Open Source
    • RSIBreak is LightweightWorkrave is not according to our users
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    Safe Eyes Linux

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    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

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Safe Eyes Linux screenshot 1
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    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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  7. BreakTimer icon
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    BreakTimer

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    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

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Eye Protection Mode
    3.  Break timers
    BreakTimer screenshot 1
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    BreakTimer VS Workrave

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    Comments about BreakTimer as an Alternative to Workrave
     
    Guest

    It's free, multi-platform and lightweight

    Positive comment •Jul 7, 2020
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    • BreakTimer is Free and Open SourceWorkrave is also Free and Open Source
    • BreakTimer is LightweightWorkrave is not according to our users
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    Iris

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    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.

    139 Iris alternatives
    Iris screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Iris screenshot 1

    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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    rsiguard

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    Remedy Interactive's RSIGuard is an award-winning desktop ergonomic software solution that reduces repetitive strain injuries. Around the globe, health and safety managers, ergonomists, health practitioners, and individual computer users rely on RSIGuard's comprehensive...

    26 rsiguard alternatives
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    stretch example
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  11. Sane Break icon
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    Sane Break

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    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

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Break reminder at full screen
    Menu and preference on macOS

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Reminders
    5.  QT Based
    6.  Cross-Platform
    7.  Periodic Reminders
    Sane Break iconWorkrave Icon

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    Eyes Care

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    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.

    57 Eyes Care alternatives
    Break 20 sec light mode

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Reminders
    Break 20 sec dark mode
    countdown light mode
    +1
    countdown dark mode
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  13. Blink Eye icon
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    Blink Eye

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

    46 Blink Eye alternatives
    Blink Eye App User Interface

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Reminder Screen 1
    Reminder Screen 2
    +1
    Reminder Screen 3

    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 iconWorkrave Icon

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