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Workrave vs Time Out: catalog facts
Workrave	Time Out
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.	Freemium Free to download, with paid options listed on the pricing page.
Windows	macOS
Microbreaks, rest breaks and a daily limit in one tool Every interval and duration is configurable	Separate normal and micro breaks Fully configurable break types and intervals
Frequent interruptions take getting used to Reminds you to rest but cannot make you actually stop	macOS only Some options sit behind paid tiers
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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