activeBreak vs DeskReset
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
activeBreak
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Leave tension behind β take an active break! Stiff neck, tired eyes, low energy? ActiveBreak helps you move and recharge β whether youβre working in the office or from home! Developed with years of experience in corporate health management, ActiveBreak was created for everyone who wants to work healthier. ActiveBreak is a productivity and wellness app that encourages healthy movement during work hours. It offers guided breaks with simple exercises for relaxation and activation. Take a 15- to 30-second QuickBreak for an instant energy boost or a 5-minute ActiveBreak to refocus and recharge. Custom break schedules: Set reminders to take breaks throughout your day. Guided exercises: Clear visual and text instructions for stretching and loosening exercises targeting areas like your neck, shoulders, and back. Progress tracking: Monitor how often you take breaks and stay motivated. Adaptable for any workspace: Exercises can be done sitting, standing, or with simple office items. Need more variety? Unlock 5 additional exercise packages and 23 QuickBreaks with an in-app purchase! Take a break that really works β download ActiveBreak now!
DeskReset
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DeskReset helps people who work sitting for long periods take short, structured breaks that reset posture, reduce tension, and improve focus. Most desk workers forget to pause, sit for hours without moving, and end up with neck tension, shoulder discomfort, or lower back issues. DeskReset solves that with smart reminders and short guided movement routines that take just 1β3 minutes. How it works: β’ Set your preferred interval (30/40/50 min) β’ Receive reminders during active work β’ Follow a simple guided micro-routine β’ Return refreshed, focused, and less tense Benefits: β’ Reduced neck and shoulder tension β’ Better posture during work β’ Improved focus after breaks β’ No login, no setup, zero friction DeskReset is not fitness and not medical β just healthy micro-breaks for everyday computer users.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DeskReset at none against activeBreak's 2. DeskReset also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.2). On price and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. activeBreak sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DeskReset asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | activeBreak | DeskReset |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 285 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | THOMAS RUMMEL | Luciano Silva Lopez |
In-app purchases
activeBreak
- Quick Exercises Package$0.99
- Advanced Exercises package$1.99
DeskReset
No in-app purchases









