Comparison

Eye Sight Guardian vs EyeRest Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Eye Sight Guardian

This app automatically reminds you to take breaks from digital screens to protect your eye health. It implements the 20-20-20 rule, prompting you to look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes. Simply start the timer and continue your work, receiving timely notifications to rest your eyes.

Highlights
  • Automatic 20-20-20 rule reminders
  • Background timer functionality
  • Simple start/stop interface
  • Prevents computer vision syndrome
  • Customizable break intervals
Features
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IMPORTANT NOTE: If you want to stop the timer but you’ve already closed the app, simply reopen the app and the timer will stop! Have you ever gotten a headache or eye pain from using your phone or computer too much? These negative side effects are the result of computer vision syndrome, which can be cured and avoided by taking periodic breaks to rest your eyes. Taking these breaks will help you maintain your eye health and your healthiness as a whole. One method recommended by physicians, known as the "20-20-20 Rule," states that every 20 minutes, you should look at something at least 20 feet away for 20 seconds. This rule is effective at preventing eye overuse problems, but it's difficult for many (including the creators of this app) to follow it, because you have to set a new timer every 20 minutes, which means you have to actively, throughout your day, be remembering to restart the timer. Time flies, and it's common that you only realize that you forgot to reset the timer when the day's already over. With Eye Sight Guardian, get automatically reminded every 20 minutes to look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Just click the "start" button, and continue with your work! When you're done for the day, just open the app and click "stop" to stop the timer. This app is useful for many different kinds of people. If you spend a considerable amount of time (>2 hours) interacting with digital devices daily, then you may be at greater risk of developing various eye disorders, such as blurred vision, dry eye, or double vision. By taking periodic eye breaks using our app, you can protect yourself from these negative effects. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 1. Do I need to turn on notifications? Answer: Yes, notifications must be enabled to ensure functionality. The only notifications the app sends are to remind you to take an eye break; no promotional notifications are sent. 2. Do I need to keep my device on for the timer to work? Answer: The timer works in the background, so you don't have to keep your device open to receive the notifications. However, sometimes, if the app is closed, the alarm may not sound. For best results, leave the app open in the background. 3. Does this app cost money? Answer: No, this app is completely free, with no in-app purchases or ads. Our main objective for this app is to prevent the various problems caused by overuse of digital devices; as such, we have made the app free with no disruptive ads. If you wish to support us, please consider sharing this app on your social media platforms and to your family and friends. 4. Is this app appropriate for kids? Answer: Yes, this app is appropriate for kids. There's no violence or profanity: all you can do is to either read the instructions or click the "start" and "stop" buttons for the timer. 5. Do physicians actually recommend the "20-20-20" rule? Answer: Yes, both the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the American Academy of Opthalmology (AAO) recommend it as a way to reduce eye strain. 6. What devices does this app support? Answer: This app can be run on iPhones and iPads.

About

EyeRest Timer

Features
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Eye Rest Timer: Developed by a Severely Myopic Programmer who truly understands the importance of eye health! Whether you're a student, office worker, or just someone who spends long hours in front of screens, Eye Rest Timer is your perfect companion for maintaining healthy eyes. Key Features: - Customizable timers to remind you to take regular eye breaks - Guided eye exercises to reduce eye strain - Dark mode for comfortable use in any lighting condition Coming Soon in Future Updates: - Educational content on eye health and preventing myopia progression - Product recommendations for dry eyes and eye fatigue Don't wait until your vision deteriorates. Start taking care of your eyes today with Eye Rest Timer – because your eyes deserve the best care!

Screenshots

Eye Sight Guardian4 screens
EyeRest Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Eye Sight Guardian at none against EyeRest Timer's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Eye Sight Guardian versus EyeRest Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEye Sight GuardianEyeRest Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHongyan ChenMigyeong Park

In-app purchases

None

Eye Sight Guardian

No in-app purchases

None

EyeRest Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Eye Sight Guardian free?
Eye Sight Guardian is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EyeRest Timer free?
EyeRest Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Eye Sight Guardian or EyeRest Timer have ads?
EyeRest Timer shows ads; Eye Sight Guardian does not.

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