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Recess vs Workrave

A side-by-side look at Recess and Workrave. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Recess

Recess

Productivity

Recess is a free and open source time/focus management tool to help you be more productive. It optimizes and automates breaks by monitoring your computer activity and gently reminds you to take breaks when it's a good time.

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Workrave

Workrave

Office & Productivity

Workrave is a program that assists in the recovery and prevention of repetitive strain injury (RSI). It frequently alerts you to take micro-pauses, rest breaks, and restricts you from overusing the keyboard and mouse.

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