Best Sedentary Reminder Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ sedentary reminder apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Sedentary Reminder Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Relaxo:Sitting ReminderRelaxo:Sitting ReminderFree5.0★ (6)NoYesAug 2026
2Stand Up! The Work Break TimerStand Up! The Work Break TimerFree4.7★ (4.2K)NoYesAug 2026
3StandUp: Desk Break TimerStandUp: Desk Break TimerFree was $0.99NoNoAug 2026
4Moova: Movement Break ReminderMoova: Movement Break ReminderFree4.8★ (1.7K)NoYesAug 2026
5Sedentary reminderSedentary reminderFree2.4★ (7)NoNoAug 2026
6StandPal - Stand Up ReminderStandPal - Stand Up ReminderFreeNoYesAug 2026
7Get Moving! Healthy RemindersGet Moving! Healthy RemindersFree4.9★ (15)NoYesJul 2026
8Stand Up with SnowballStand Up with SnowballFree4.8★ (40)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Sedentary Reminder

Relaxo:Sitting Reminder#1

Relaxo:Sitting Reminder by Heydeal Studio

Break Sitting, Relax Your Body
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
5.0(6 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This intelligent companion for your Apple Watch helps you build healthier sitting habits. It intelligently detects your activity and provides timely reminders to move only when prolonged sitting is detected, offering short guided sessions to relieve tension.

Stand Up! The Work Break Timer#2

Stand Up! The Work Break Timer by Raised Square, LLC

We want you to live longer
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😊(4.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps you live longer by reminding you to take regular work breaks. It's customizable to your schedule and offers features like setting stand-up durations and tracking your break history. Ideal for those concerned about sedentary lifestyles or suffering from RSI.

What We Love

  • 👍 Customizable
  • 👍 Helpful reminders
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive
  • 👍 Effective at getting users to move

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Notifications stop working after some time
  • 🐛 Doesn't detect when user is already standing
  • 🔋 Drains battery on some devices
StandUp: Desk Break Timer#3

StandUp: Desk Break Timer by From Advices LLP

Build healthier work habits
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
0.0(0 ratings)
Free
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Boost productivity and health with time management techniques and desk exercises. Combat the risks of a sedentary lifestyle by taking regular breaks and performing simple, full-body movements. Track your progress and access helpful articles to maintain focus and energy throughout your workday.

More Sedentary Reminder apps to explore

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Moova: Movement Break Reminder
Moova: Movement Break Reminder
Moova: Movement Break Reminder
Posture, Stand & Move Coach
Free

This app provides personalized reminders and guided activities to help desk workers and those with sedentary lifestyles incorporate regular movement breaks. It offers stretches, exercises, and mindfulness techniques to improve posture, reduce pain, and boost overall well-being.

Personalized stand up remindersGuided stretch routinesActivity breaks for all fitness levels
💪 Health & Fitness
(1.7K)
freemium
5
Sedentary reminder
Sedentary reminder
Sedentary reminder
Remember an active lifestyle
Free

This app helps combat the health risks of prolonged sitting by reminding you to stand up and be active. It's designed for minimal battery use and simple operation, running in the background to notify you of sedentary behavior.

Stand up remindersActivity promptsMinimal battery consumption
🌟 Lifestyle
(7)
free
6
StandPal - Stand Up Reminder
StandPal - Stand Up Reminder
StandPal - Stand Up Reminder
Break & Stretch Desk Timer
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
7
Get Moving! Healthy Reminders
Get Moving! Healthy Reminders
Get Moving! Healthy Reminders
Move more with exercise alerts
Free

This app helps you break up long periods of sitting with gentle notifications and activity suggestions. Choose from built-in exercises or create your own to stay engaged and build a healthier routine throughout your day.

Movement remindersActivity suggestionsCustomizable activity counts
💪 Health & Fitness
(15)
freemium
8
Stand Up with Snowball
Stand Up with Snowball
Stand Up with Snowball
Reminder to Break & Sit Less
Free

This app encourages movement and reduces prolonged sitting with gentle reminders and fun activities. It features AI posture monitoring to help you sit smarter and track your progress towards a healthier lifestyle.

AI Posture MonitoringCustomizable Break RemindersEngaging Activity Games
💪 Health & Fitness
(40)
free with in-app purchases
9
Wakeout! Break the Sit Habit
Wakeout! Break the Sit Habit
Wakeout! Break the Sit Habit
Fun Desk Exercises & Tracking
Free

Get quick, 1-3 minute exercises tailored to your needs like energy, pain relief, or focus. Designed for busy schedules and real life, it offers over 2,500 movements for various locations and situations, requiring no equipment.

1-3 minute guided movementsTailored to needs (Energy, Pain Relief, Focus)Over 2,500 movements
💪 Health & Fitness
(8.5K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Stand Tracker - Stand Reminder
Stand Tracker - Stand Reminder
Stand Tracker - Stand Reminder
Track your standing time
Free

This app helps you reduce sedentary behavior by reminding you to stand up and move regularly. It allows you to set daily standing goals, customize reminder intervals, and track your standing time to build healthier habits.

Set daily standing goalsUnlimited remindersCustomizable reminder intervals
💪 Health & Fitness
(7)
free
11
South West Coast Path+
South West Coast Path+
South West Coast Path+
Scratch-off map & guide
Free

This app helps you plan, track, and document your journey along England's 630-mile National Trail. It features an interactive map, progress tracking, and a detailed guide to points of interest. Create a personal hiking diary and sync your data across devices for offline access.

Interactive trail map with GPX overlayProgress tracking and segment distancesDetailed guide to points of interest
✈️ Travel
(0)
free with in-app purchases
12
Still Sitting? Stand Reminder
Still Sitting? Stand Reminder
Still Sitting? Stand Reminder
Get up. Move. Feel better.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
13
Move Reminder: Stand Up Timer
Move Reminder: Stand Up Timer
Move Reminder: Stand Up Timer
Stand Up. Stretch. Repeat.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
14
Sup - Better Habits
Sup - Better Habits
Sup - Better Habits
Reminders that actually stick
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

This app sends personalized reminders in your own voice to help you remember why you need to do something. It uses random timing and natural language to make nudges feel personal and encourage intentional action.

Reminders in your own voiceRandomized timingNatural language prompts
💪 Health & Fitness
(5.1K)
free
15
Shada: Book & Stay
Shada: Book & Stay
Shada: Book & Stay
Book Stays Across Iraq
Free

Discover and reserve short-term accommodations throughout Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. Find verified homes, hotels, and apartments with secure payment options and direct host communication.

Browse hundreds of propertiesIdentity-verified hosts and guestsInstant booking
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
16
Stand Up Reminder
Stand Up Reminder
Stand Up Reminder
Hourly stand & stretch breaks
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
17
Stand Reminders
Stand Reminders
Stand Reminders
by 云飞 李
$0.99
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
18
Deskly: Stand Up Reminder
Deskly: Stand Up Reminder
Deskly: Stand Up Reminder
Break reminders that work
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
19
StandUp — Posture Reminder
StandUp — Posture Reminder
StandUp — Posture Reminder
Stand and move reminders
$0.99
$1.99 | 50% OFF
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
20
Remind Me: ToDo reminder
Remind Me: ToDo reminder
Remind Me: ToDo reminder
Minimal reminder
Free

This app helps you remember important tasks and appointments by setting customizable notifications. It functions like a digital assistant, sending timely alerts for scheduled events, or can be used as a simple to-do list without specific reminders.

Set reminders for tasks and appointmentsCustomizable notification dates and timesMinimalist user interface
📊 Productivity
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Sedentary Reminder

What are the best sedentary reminder apps for iPhone?
Relaxo:Sitting Reminder tops our sedentary reminder apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 6 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top sedentary reminder apps we rank are free to download, including Relaxo:Sitting Reminder and Stand Up! The Work Break Timer.
Relaxo:Sitting Reminder has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ sedentary reminder apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Relaxo analyzes your activity to distinguish between sitting, walking, and resting. It only sends reminders when prolonged sitting is detected, avoiding unnecessary interruptions during active periods or rest.
Relaxo Pro offers a monthly subscription for $4.99, an annual subscription for $24.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a Lifetime Membership for $35.99. These unlock all features beyond the basic free version.