Have You Rested / LookAway alternative
A LookAway alternative with eye breaks and smarter display sleep
LookAway-style apps are useful when you mainly need a simple eye-break reminder. Have You Rested keeps that core idea, then adds optional verified breaks, focus stats, and display behavior that reacts to whether you are looking, looking away, or gone.
How it compares
| Need | LookAway-style apps | Have You Rested |
|---|---|---|
| 20-20-20 eye breaks | Yes | Yes, free |
| Blink and posture nudges | Depends on the app | Timer-based nudges are free |
| Break verification | Usually reminder-based | Optional camera verification in Pro |
| Display sleep automation | Usually separate from break reminders | Pro can turn the display off when you look away and keep it on while you look |
| Privacy model | Depends on implementation | Camera processing is local; no video is uploaded |
When Have You Rested is a better fit
- You want a break app that is harder to ignore than a normal timer.
- You want your Mac display to stop sleeping while you are reading or thinking.
- You want privacy controls: camera off in Privacy Mode, continuous only in Full Mode.
Pricing
Free includes 20-20-20 breaks, timer-based blink and posture nudges, and Privacy Mode. Pro starts with a 5-day trial, no card required, and unlocks Full Mode, camera-verified breaks, focus stats, custom timing, and display automation.