iPhone & Apple Watch · Free
The Ultimate Eye Rest Reminder App in 2026
Eye Rest Reminder: Break is the free 20-20-20 break reminder for iPhone and Apple Watch. Every 20 minutes it nudges you to look away from your screen for 20 seconds — no account, no data collection, no ads.
Features
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Follow the 20-20-20 rule
Every 20 minutes, get a gentle nudge to look 20 feet away for 20 seconds — the simple rule for reducing eye strain.
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Pick your interval
Choose how often you're reminded: every 20, 60 or 120 minutes, depending on how much of your day is on a screen.
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Set your schedule
Reminders run on a schedule you set, from morning to evening, so you're nudged only during the hours you're at a screen.
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Quick 20-second rest screen
Each break opens a simple rest screen with a 20-second timer that counts down while you look away — no guessing when to stop.
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Track your daily streak
Your breaks are logged on a calendar so you can watch your daily streak build and stay motivated to keep resting your eyes.
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Yours, on your device
Everything runs locally. No account to create, no data collection, no ads — just a quiet reminder to rest your eyes.
Screenshots
Every day you take your breaks is marked on a calendar, so you can see your streak at a glance and keep the habit going.
Eye Rest Reminder works on iPhone and Apple Watch, so the nudge to rest your eyes is always within reach.
How it works
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Set your interval and schedule
Pick how often you want a reminder — every 20, 60 or 120 minutes — and the hours it should run, from morning to evening.
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Get a gentle nudge
When it's time, the app reminds you to look away from your screen and opens a quick 20-second rest screen with a timer.
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Keep your streak going
Each day you take your breaks is marked on the calendar, so your daily streak grows and the habit sticks.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Eye Rest Reminder free?
Yes. The app is free to download and use, with no ads and no account required.
What is the 20-20-20 rule?
It's a simple habit for reducing eye strain: every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Eye Rest Reminder nudges you to do exactly that.
How often does it remind me?
You choose. Set your interval to every 20, 60 or 120 minutes, depending on how much of your day you spend looking at a screen.
Can I set the hours it runs?
Yes. You set a schedule from morning to evening, so you only get reminders during the hours you're actually at a screen.
What happens during a break?
The app opens a quick rest screen with a 20-second timer. It counts down while you look away from your screen, then you're done until the next reminder.
Does it track my progress?
Yes. Every day you take your breaks is marked on a calendar, so you can see your daily streak and stay motivated to keep the habit going.
Does it work on Apple Watch?
Yes. Eye Rest Reminder works on iPhone and Apple Watch, so the reminder to rest your eyes is right on your wrist when you're away from your phone.
Do I need an internet connection or an account?
No. Everything runs on your device. There's no sign-up, no login and no data collection — the app works on its own without a connection.
Does Eye Rest Reminder work on iPad?
Yes. It's a universal app that runs on iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch, so you can keep your eye-break habit on whichever device you're using.
Will it collect my data?
No. The app doesn't collect your data and has no ads. Your reminder settings and streak stay on your device.
Give your eyes a break.
Download Eye Rest Reminder and let the 20-20-20 rule run in the background while you work.
Free Eye Rest Reminder tools
- 20 Minute TimerUse this 20 minute timer to mark the interval between eye breaks. Start a countdown, pause it when needed and reset it for the next interval.
- 20 Second TimerA 20 second timer for the 20-20-20 rule — every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Press start, or hit the space bar. One-tap 20, 30 and 60 second presets, a custom duration, an optional chime and a breathing circle to rest your eyes on.
- Break Interval TimerSet timer for 20 minutes, add a short break, and repeat the cycle for focused screen time. Every interval and cycle count is editable.
- Screen Break PlannerPlan screen breaks around your workday, lunch and meetings. Get a printable schedule with break times, break count, total break minutes and screen time after breaks.
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