Sane Break AlternativesPrevent RSI Apps & Health Tools like Sane Break

Sane Break is described as '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' and is a Prevent RSI app in the office & productivity category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Sane Break for a variety of platforms, including Mac, Linux, Windows, Flathub and Snapcraft apps. The best Sane Break alternative is Stretchly, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Sane Break are Workrave, Micro-Break, ZenBreak and BreakTimer.

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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.

    67 Stretchly alternatives

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    Platforms

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

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

    • Stretchly is Freemium and Open SourceSane Break is Free and Open Source
    • Stretchly is CustomizableSane Break 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.

    66 Workrave alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • PortableApps.com
     
  3. Micro-Break icon
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    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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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  4. 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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  5. 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.

    65 BreakTimer alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
     
  6. Safe Eyes Linux icon
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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.

    33 Safe Eyes Linux alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  7. DeskRest icon
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    Customizable macOS wellness assistant with break reminders, posture alerts, stretch prompts, eye strain reduction, and on-screen progress tracking to support ergonomic habits, mental focus, and overall comfort for professionals, students, and office workers.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • DeskRest is the most popular commercial alternative to Sane Break.

    • DeskRest is Paid and ProprietarySane Break is Free and Open Source
  8. 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.

    175 Time Out alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  9. RSIBreak icon
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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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  10. Breather icon
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    An app that nudges you to breathe, stretch, step away, or simply rest your eyes. So, take a breather because less is more!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
  11. Ergonomic support utility that regularly reminds you to take breaks from using your computer, similar to tools like Workrave and Safe Eyes.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  12. Restier icon
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    Restier helps you maintain healthy habits while working. Get timely reminders to rest your eyes, correct your posture, and take meaningful breaks. Key features include customizable work sessions and breaks with the Pomodoro technique, gentle posture reminders, multi-monitor...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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