Products

DeskRest

Smart Break Reminders forHealthy Eyes, Posture & Productivity

deskrest.app Source App Store DiscordProductivity & Collaboration / Habits, Focus & Time Tracking

AI Benchmark
Desktop
Mobile
Monthly visits
<5K
Sep 2026
Public revenue
Undisclosed
No public revenue evidence yet
Entry price
$5/mo
Lower than 56% of peersNiche median $6/mo
Creators
Marcel Hagmann
@1marceeelll· 342 followers
Launched
24mo ago
2024-11-25 · Est.

Traffic

Monthly visitsData through Sep 2026 · Oct 2026 pending

Marketing moves

Launches, search & content, referrals, promotions
  • Launched on BetaListLaunch

    DeskRest – Enhance your workday and productivity — Enhance your workday and productivity

    Mar 1, 2025 · 21mo agoLaunch page

  • Launched on Fazier (96 upvotes)Launch

    DeskRest — Enhance your workday with DeskRest.

    Nov 25, 2024 · 24mo agoLaunch page

Third-party reviews & case dossiers

Acquisition breakdowns, engineer reviews & open-source metrics
Fazier
2024-11-25Source
What engineers like:
- Intelligent Break Reminders: DeskRest suggest short and long breaks throughout your day, helping you maintain focus and reduce eye strain. - Posture Alerts: Receive gentle reminders to check and adjust your sitting position, reducing the risk of discomfort and potential long-term issues. - Customizable Notifications: Tailor the frequency and type of reminders to match your personal work style and preferences. - Productivity Tracking: Monitor your adherence to break schedules with an elegant graph, helping you visualize and improve your work habits over time. - Distraction-Free Mode: When it's time for a break, DeskRest displays a clean, calming screen to encourage you to step away from your device momentarily.
Best suited for:
In today's fast-paced digital world, it's easy to lose track of time and neglect self-care while working. DeskRest acts as your personal assistant, gently nudging you towards better work habits without disrupting your flow. By encouraging regular breaks, proper posture, and mindful work practices, DeskRest aims to boost your productivity, reduce fatigue, and enhance your overall work experience. Designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind, DeskRest seamlessly integrates into your macOS environment. Its intuitive interface and customizable settings ensure that you get the support you need without unnecessary complexity. Whether you're a professional working long hours, a student tackling intense study sessions, or anyone who spends significant time at a computer, DeskRest is your companion for a more balanced and productive workday.

Open Source & Self-Hosting

GitHub · MCP / Skill
Last commit 2026-05-08
GitHub Stars
Public repo
Forks
—
License
See repository
Primary language
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Store data

App Store
DeskRest: Smart Break Reminder
Marcel HagmannHealth & FitnessProductivity
Updated 6mo ago
Rating
Rating not syncedRating count not synced
New ratings last mo
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Price & IAP
FreeIAP data not synced
First released
2025-09-169 MB
Store Screenshots (7)
Latest Release Notes (v1.19.1)

### Bugfixes * Fixed fullscreen chart clipping the last data point/flame at the edges * Fixed incorrect exercise copy assigned to long breaks and wrong label on break-type card

Smart break reminders that boost productivity while protecting your health during long computer sessions. DeskRest transforms how you work at your computer by providing intelligent, context-aware break reminders that respect your workflow. Whether you're coding, designing, writing, or studying, DeskRest helps you maintain peak performance while building healthy habits that prevent the physical strain of desk work. "DeskRest transformed my workday. The break reminders are perfectly timed, and I've noticed a significant improvement in my productivity and well-being." - UX Designer ## INTELLIGENT. RESPECTFUL. EFFECTIVE. - Smart video detection pauses reminders during YouTube tutorials and important content - Meeting awareness respects Zoom calls and macOS Focus modes - Customizable break intervals from 30-second eye rests to 3-minute movement sessions - Seamless integration that enhances rather than interrupts your workflow ## POSTURE AND MOVEMENT REMINDERS - Gentle screen flashes remind you to check your posture every few minutes - Customizable movement exercises tailored to your workspace - Build healthy movement habits without disrupting deep work ## COMPLETE EYE CARE SYSTEM - Automated 20-20-20 rule implementation for digital eye strain relief - Customizable eye rest intervals that fit your work patterns - Reduce headaches and eye fatigue from extended screen time ## REVOLUTIONARY CLOCK OUT FEATURE - Your Mac automatically locks at your designated end-of-workday time - Custom messaging encourages healthy work-life boundaries - Prevents endless work sessions and protects personal time - Finally, disconnect from work when the day is done ## COMPREHENSIVE WELLNESS TRACKING - Beautiful calendar visualisation shows your break completion patterns - Detailed statistics reveal skip rates and consistency trends - Streak counters gamify healthy habit formation - Identify patterns and optimise your break routine for maximum benefit ## PROFESSIONAL-GRADE CUSTOMIZATION - Create custom exercises with personalized titles and descriptions - Assign different exercises to short and long breaks - Configure flash reminder colors, duration, and messaging - Set working hours and weekday schedules - Fine-tune every aspect to match your unique work style ## SEAMLESS MACOS INTEGRATION - Native Focus mode support respects Do Not Disturb and Work modes - Menu bar integration with customizable time display options - Automatic startup and intelligent idle detection - Shortcuts and Siri integration for voice control Perfect for remote workers, office employees, students, developers, designers, writers, researchers, and anyone who spends hours at their computer. DeskRest users report reduced physical discomfort, improved energy levels, and better work-life balance within weeks of consistent use. Transform your computer time from draining to energizing. Your body, mind, and productivity deserve the protection that only intelligent break reminders can provide. Privacy Policy: https://deskrest.app/privacy-policy/ Terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Store assets, rating histograms, install tiers, and screenshots are synced from Apple App Store, Google Play, and Chrome Web Store.

Traffic sources

Sep 2026

Traffic breakdown

Channels

  • Direct38%
  • Organic Search36%
  • Referrals12%
  • Social6%
  • Other8%

Countries

  • Vietnam67%
  • India33%

Search

Domain authority —Domain registered 2024-08-15

KeywordMonthly volume
deskrest1,690

Traffic data: Vaneform

Pricing

1 Mac
$5/once
1 Mac
2 Macs
$8/once
2 Macs
5 Macs
$15/once
5 Macs

Trial: Try it free for 7 days first · 3 paid tiers ($5–$15) · Observed 2026-11-04 · Pricing page

Entry price $5/mo, Lower than 56% of peers; “Habits, Focus & Time Tracking” median is $6/mo.View pricing benchmark

Pages & changes

Tracked since 2026-08-12

Key pages

Weekly snapshots

Changes

No pricing, plan, or positioning changes detected since tracking started.

Questions & evidence

How much does DeskRest cost?
1 Mac: $5/once; 2 Macs: $8/once; 5 Macs: $15/once. Observed 2026-11-04. Check the source for current billing terms, usage limits and taxes.Source
How much website traffic does DeskRest get?
Vaneform estimates <5K website visits in 2026-09. Visits can include repeat visits; this estimate measures web traffic separately from paying customers or revenue.Source
What is DeskRest and what platforms does it support?
DeskRest is catalogued under Habits, Focus & Time Tracking: Smart Break Reminders forHealthy Eyes, Posture & Productivity. Supported platforms: Mobile App.
Is DeskRest open source?
DeskRest has a public repository (https://github.com/Marceeelll/DeskRest-releases) with its source repository published.Source

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