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DeskRest vs NotchStar

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DeskRest compared with NotchStar
Detail DeskRestNotchStar logo NotchStar
What it doesSmart break and posture reminder for macOS Native Mac control center in the notch with clipboard, files, media, calendar, timers and more
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Pricing modelFree trial Paid
PricingLifetime licenses: 1 Mac $24.99, 2 Macs $39.99, 5 Macs $74.99. 7-day free trial available. $4 USD once, one license for up to 3 Macs, 7 day free trial, 7 day refund policy
Key features
  • Customizable break reminders with short and long break durations
  • Posture flash reminders with gentle screen flashes
  • Clock Out feature to enforce work-life balance
  • Cursor-following countdown and customizable notifications
  • Personalized backgrounds, audio cues, and keyboard shortcuts
  • Clipboard history with search for text, links, images and files
  • File shelf with AirDrop support
  • Now playing controls and artwork
  • Calendar and reminders at a glance
  • Timer, stopwatch and Pomodoro with session tracking
  • Teleprompter with scrolling script
  • Camera mirror for video calls
  • System stats monitoring CPU, memory, disk and network
  • Disk management and cleanup tools
  • Quick notes scratchpad always accessible
What makes it different
  • Streak visualizations to build and track healthy habits
  • Native macOS design with system controls and accessibility support
  • Privacy-first with no account or data collection by default
  • Works on Macs without notch with floating pill interface
  • Lightweight native menu bar app with no Dock icon
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)24 +2 (up) since last check5 +3 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)222
Citation Flow (Majestic)3417
Referring domains (Majestic)1063

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