Disclosure: we make Eye Yoga. We name the cases where another app is stronger, and nobody paid for placement.
What a break looks like
Side by side
| App | Best for | Price | Runs on | Guided eye exercises |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eye Yoga | Guided eye exercises from the menu bar | Free | Mac | Yes, 10 movements |
 BreakTimer | Simple free reminders with working hours | Free | Mac, Windows, Linux | No, custom messages |
Prices checked October 15, 2026.
Why people pick Eye Yoga
- Your break does something. Ten guided eye movements instead of custom messages.
- Free, from the Mac App Store. Reviewed by Apple and updated automatically, with no extra security steps.
- Private by design. No account, no ads, no behavioral analytics.
- Built for the Mac. Lives in the menu bar and supports VoiceOver, Reduce Motion, and Reduce Transparency.
When BreakTimer may suit you better: when you want a free cross platform timer with working hours and a choice between a notification and fullscreen break.
Questions
Is Eye Yoga better than BreakTimer?
For guided eye breaks, yes. Eye Yoga includes ten guided eye movements and BreakTimer does not. Choose BreakTimer when you want a free cross platform timer with working hours and a choice between a notification and fullscreen break.
Which app is more affordable?
Eye Yoga was free on the Mac App Store when checked on October 15, 2026. BreakTimer: Free and open source
Can either app treat an eye condition?
No. Both should be treated as wellbeing or break tools, not medical care.
Sources and checking date
Product features and prices come from each app's official website and store listing, checked on October 15, 2026. Prices, trials, and operating system requirements can change.
Eye Yoga Exercises for Strain
A guided visual pause, ready from your menu bar.
Ten guided movements, adjustable 15 to 60 second sessions, no account, and no subscription. Check the current Mac App Store price before downloading.
Mac App Store