Dev tools · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to iRelax
Focus on programmer health
Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. iRelax launched in 2022; newer entries below may have overtaken it.
- 1TP
In 2019, I experienced eye soreness and back pain for a while because I was constantly working long hours in front of my 16 inch Macbook without any rest. I decided to do something to change that. I’m not a fan of Apple Watch or smartbands. So the first thing I did was looking for some reminder software to remind me to take a break in the App Store, but none of them were smart enough for my needs. I wish the software could automatically tell if I was working, rather than requiring me to manually set an alarm. At the same time, when I go to the bathroom or drink coffee, it can automatically…
2022 · its alternatives →
- 2A1
A free 15 min daily stretch routine to help desk workers avoid aches and pains
2023 · stretch15.com · its alternatives →
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Breaks For Eyes▲161A Mac app to get rid of eye strain, dry eyes and fatigue
2018 · tryintermission.com · its alternatives →
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Gentler▲82Support long-term wellbeing by knowing your activity levels
2021 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →
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Zzzappy▲239Science-backed breaks to protect your vision & prevent RSI
Apr 2026 · 100plans.vercel.app · its alternatives →
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LookAway 2▲281Hello, I'm Kushagra and I am the indie developer behind LookAway (I've posted about it earlier but it has received quite a lot of updates since the last time so I am posting it again). LookAway is a native break reminder for macOS that doesn't interrupt. I built it because I work from home and I spend a lot of time in front of my screens. It's very easy for me to get lost in the flow and I can end up sitting for hours. Due to this, I started facing issues like eye strain and back pain by the end of the day. The solution to this was simply taking enough breaks throughout the day. But…
Apr 2026 · lookaway.com · its alternatives →
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Prevent eyestrain caused by screens with the 20-20 rule.
2021 · restyoureyes.app · its alternatives →
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Take breaks to protect your eyes and health
2019 · adelmaer.com · its alternatives →
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DeskBreak▲76Browser Extension: Smart Breaks for a Healthier Workday
2024 · deskbreak.app · its alternatives →
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GoRelax▲80A relaxation mat for stress, insomnia and muscle pain
2019 · kickstarter.com · its alternatives →
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A healthy way to stay productive
2022 · ertigo.me · its alternatives →
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Open source screen break timer for macOS
Jan 2026 · restnow.xyz · its alternatives →
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Get rid of digital eye strain with the 20 20 20 rule
2021 · restyoureyes.app · its alternatives →
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PilPall▲60Never forget to take your medication while in work mode
2022 · chromewebstore.google.com · its alternatives →
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Smart break reminders to protect your eye health
Jan 2026 · apps.udook.com · its alternatives →
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Stretch and break reminder to prevent RSI and office pain
2022 · its alternatives →
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- 24IC
Hey HN, this is a small project I created that blurs your browser window whenever you start slouching. I'm sure it can be improved, but I wanted to put it out there in case anyone was interested. Links to the github repo [0] and the extension on the Chrome Webstore [1]. I'd love to get some feedback on it. [0] https://github.com/killa-kyle/posture-posture-posture-chrome... [1] https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/postureposturepost...
2022 · posture.krose.work · its alternatives →
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