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Stretchly vs Opal

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Stretchly

8.0
Utilities

Break time reminder app

Opal

8.0
Utilities

Screen time app

Metric Stretchly Opal
Category Utilities Utilities
AI Score 8.0 8.0
30-day Installs 215 13
90-day Installs 914 40
365-day Installs 4.5K 159
Version 1.21.0 1.5.7
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 6.0K 5.4K
GitHub Forks 510 272
Open Issues 98 89
License BSD-2-Clause Apache-2.0
Language JavaScript Python
Last GitHub Commit 1mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Jun 29, 2025

Reviews

Stretchly

Stretchly is a cross-platform open-source app designed to remind users to take regular breaks, promoting health and productivity. It offers customizable break reminders and supports microbreaks, making it ideal for individuals focused on ergonomics and work-life balance.

Reminds users to take breaks at customizable intervals with gentle notifications.

Pros

  • + Open-source and cross-platform, ensuring flexibility and transparency.
  • + Customizable break reminders and notifications.
  • + Active development and responsive community support.

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
  • - Some users have reported occasional UI issues, though these are actively addressed.

Opal

Opal is a screen time management app that offers detailed tracking and customizable policies. It's ideal for users seeking advanced control over their device usage.

Tracks and manages screen time with customizable policies.

Pros

  • + Open-source with Apache-2.0 license
  • + Detailed screen time tracking
  • + Integration with policy agents for customization

Cons

  • - Low installation count
  • - May appeal to a niche audience
  • - Several open issues on GitHub