ZenBreak Alternatives

ZenBreak is described as 'Gently reminds you to take meaningful breaks from your devices. Customize your breaks and embrace a healthier relationship with technology' and is an app. There are more than 50 alternatives to ZenBreak for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone and Android Tablet apps. The best ZenBreak alternative is stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ZenBreak are Workrave, LookAway, Safe Eyes Linux and TotalPause.

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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.

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ZenBreak alternatives page was last updated Oct 8, 2024
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  1. stretchly icon
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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.

    60 stretchly alternatives
    Microbreak

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Disable break reminder
    Skip to the the next break
    +8
    Break

    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
    stretchly iconZenBreak Icon

    stretchly VS ZenBreak

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

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

    • stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceZenBreak is Free and Open Source
    • stretchly is Customizable, Minimalistic and LightweightZenBreak is not according to our users
  2. Workrave icon
    Workrave icon

    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.

    59 Workrave alternatives
    Animated GIF showing some of Workrave's exercises

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
    Spread the word
    It's coffee time!
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    Your working day is over now…

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Multiple Timers
    2.  Stretching
    3.  Floating windows
    4.  3D animated exercises
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Reminders
    7.  Portable
    8.  Reading mode
    9.  Stretches
    Workrave iconZenBreak Icon

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  4. LookAway icon
    LookAway icon

    LookAway

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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.

    57 LookAway alternatives
    LookAway screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac

    LookAway Features

    1.  Reduce Eyestrain
    2.  Native application
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    LookAway iconZenBreak Icon

    LookAway VS ZenBreak

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    • LookAway is the most popular commercial alternative to ZenBreak.

    • LookAway is Paid and ProprietaryZenBreak is Free and Open Source
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    Iris

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    Safe Eyes Linux icon

    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.

    26 Safe Eyes Linux alternatives
    Safe Eyes Linux screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Safe Eyes Linux screenshot 1
    Safe Eyes Linux screenshot 2

    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
    Safe Eyes Linux iconZenBreak Icon

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  7. TotalPause icon
    TotalPause icon

    TotalPause

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    TotalPause is a break reminder tool designed to remind you to take breaks and help you calm down and focus, enhancing productivity and promoting a healthier lifestyle.

    11 TotalPause alternatives
    TotalPause screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac

    TotalPause Features

    TotalPause screenshot 1
    TotalPause screenshot 2
    TotalPause iconZenBreak Icon

    TotalPause VS ZenBreak

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  8. BreakTimer icon
    BreakTimer icon

    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.

    58 BreakTimer alternatives
    BreakTimer screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Break timers
    3.  Eye Protection Mode
    BreakTimer screenshot 1
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    BreakTimer iconZenBreak Icon

    BreakTimer VS ZenBreak

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  10. RSIBreak icon
    RSIBreak icon

    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.

    44 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 iconZenBreak Icon

    RSIBreak VS ZenBreak

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  11. Cronometer - Break Reminders icon
    Cronometer - Break Reminders icon

    Cronometer - Break Reminders

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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...

    56 Cronometer - Break Reminders alternatives
    Cronometer - Break Reminders screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    Cronometer - Break Reminders screenshot 1
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    +3
    Cronometer - Break Reminders screenshot 3
    Cronometer - Break Reminders iconZenBreak Icon

    Cronometer - Break Reminders VS ZenBreak

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  12. Sane Break icon
    Sane Break icon

    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.

    7 Sane Break alternatives
    Flashing window and the preference page in dark theme

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    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 iconZenBreak Icon

    Sane Break VS ZenBreak

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  13. Iris icon
    Iris icon

    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.

    136 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
    Iris iconZenBreak Icon

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  14. Time Out icon
    Time Out icon

    Time Out

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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.

    156 Time Out alternatives
    Time Out screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac

    Time Out Features

    1.  Screen time
    Time Out screenshot 1
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    Time Out iconZenBreak Icon

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  15. Eyeleo icon
    Eyeleo icon

    Eyeleo

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    EyeLeo is a handy PC application that reminds you to take a break for your eyes.

    55 Eyeleo alternatives
    Eyeleo screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Eyeleo Features

    1.  Screen time
    Eyeleo screenshot 1
    Eyeleo screenshot 2
    +2
    Eyeleo screenshot 3
    Eyeleo iconZenBreak Icon

    Eyeleo VS ZenBreak

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