WristSaver AlternativesPrevent RSI Apps like WristSaver

WristSaver is described as 'Free and open source rest reminder application for Mac OS X' and is a Prevent RSI app. There are more than 25 alternatives to WristSaver for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone and BSD apps. The best WristSaver alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like WristSaver are Workrave, ZenBreak, BreakTimer and LookAway.

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

    66 Stretchly alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
     
    • Stretchly is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to WristSaver.

    • Stretchly is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to WristSaver.

    • Stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceWristSaver is Free and Open Source
    • Stretchly is Customizable, Minimalistic and LightweightWristSaver is not according to our users
  2. Workrave icon
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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.

    65 Workrave alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
     
  3. ZenBreak icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  4. BreakTimer icon
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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.

    64 BreakTimer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

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

    63 LookAway alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
     
    • LookAway is the most popular iPhone alternative to WristSaver.

    • LookAway is the most popular commercial alternative to WristSaver.

    • LookAway is Paid and ProprietaryWristSaver is Free and Open Source
  6. Time Out icon
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    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.

    174 Time Out alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  7. Iris icon
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    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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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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...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  9. Eyes Relax icon
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    It’s an utility that helps avoiding eyes-related problems when working at a computer for several hours. Concentrating your eyesight on a computer screen can cause an eye strain. You can prevent this by taking regular breaks during the work and look at distant objects.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  10. EyeDefender icon
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    EyeDefender is a freeware rest reminder designed to prevent Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) resulting from working on a computer for hours. CVS symptoms include eyestrain, blurred vision, delayed focusing, headaches, back and neck aches, dry and burning eyes, light sensitivity...

    50 EyeDefender alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  11. Fadetop icon
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    FadeTop is a visual break reminder for Windows. At regular intervals, it fades your desktop into a bluish color, and displays current time.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Display a full-screen image on your desktop at regular intervals, reminding you to take a break, with this portable app that offers support for multi-monitor setups.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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