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 14 are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Workrave are ZenBreak, Safe Eyes Linux, RSIBreak and BreakTimer.

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  1. Stretchly icon

    Stretchly

     170 likes

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

    67 Stretchly alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    Microbreak
     
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    Comments about Stretchly as an Alternative to Workrave
    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
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    • Stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceWorkrave is Free and Open Source
    • Stretchly is Customizable and MinimalisticWorkrave is not according to our users
  2. ZenBreak icon

    ZenBreak

     10 likes

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

    Cost / License

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    ZenBreak screenshot 1
     
  4. Safe Eyes Linux icon

    Safe Eyes Linux

     26 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.

    33 Safe Eyes Linux alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  6. RSIBreak icon

    RSIBreak

     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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Comments about RSIBreak as an Alternative to Workrave
    Guest
    Positive
    3
    • still updated
    • part of KDE - trustworthy developers
    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Workrave does not work on Ubuntu 16.04

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RSIBreak icon
    RSIBreak icon
    • RSIBreak is Free and Open SourceWorkrave is also Free and Open Source
  7. BreakTimer icon

    BreakTimer

     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.

    65 BreakTimer alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about BreakTimer as an Alternative to Workrave
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's free, multi-platform and lightweight

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

    Sane Break

     6 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
    Flashing window and the preference page in dark theme
     
  10. Eyes Care icon

    Eyes Care

     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
    Eyes Care screenshot 1
     
  11. Iris icon

    Iris

     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.

    145 Iris alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Iris screenshot 1
     
  12. rsiguard icon

    rsiguard

     5 likes

    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...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    main display
     
  13. Blink Eye icon

    Blink Eye

     1 like

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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Blink Eye App User Interface
     
  14. Resto icon

    Resto

     1 like

    „Resto” is a simple application to count the remaining time of your work and to take care of your regular rests.

    Cost / License

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    The main windows and the break window.
     
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    Comments about Resto as an Alternative to Workrave
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Nice looking and have all desired functionalities.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Resto icon
    Resto icon
    • Resto is Free and Open SourceWorkrave is also Free and Open Source
  15. Xwrits icon

    Xwrits

     3 likes

    Xwrits reminds you to take wrist breaks, which will hopefully help you prevent repetitive stress injury. It pops up an X window when you should rest; you click on that window, then take a break.

    42 Xwrits alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • BSD
    Break Time Alert
     
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