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Ashdeck vs My Exercise Snacks

Focus-oriented distraction blocker rather than movement reminders

Short answer: Pick Ashdeck if you want website blocker with Pomodoro timer; pick My Exercise Snacks if you want smart break reminders for desk workers. Ashdeck starts at $4/month; My Exercise Snacks is free.

Which to pick

Pick Ashdeck if you want…

  • Website blocker with Pomodoro timer
  • Blocking distractions
  • Open-source code (ashdeck/ashdeck on GitHub, AGPL-3.0 license)

Pick My Exercise Snacks if you want…

  • Smart break reminders for desk workers
  • A free tool

Side by side

What it is
Ashdeck:Ashdeck is a Chrome extension that blocks distracting sites, adds a Pomodoro timer, and tracks focus sessions.
My Exercise Snacks:A free Chrome extension that gives smart break reminders and desk-friendly exercises to keep you active while working.
Best for
Ashdeck:Website blocker with Pomodoro timer
My Exercise Snacks:Smart break reminders for desk workers
Who it’s for
Ashdeck:Students, developers, freelancers, and anyone who wants to stay focused while browsing.
My Exercise Snacks:Remote workers, developers, and office employees who sit for long periods.
Pricing
Ashdeck:Paid
My Exercise Snacks:Free
Starting price
Ashdeck:$4/month (Monthly)
My Exercise Snacks:Free
Free plan or trial
Ashdeck:—
My Exercise Snacks:Free to use
Plans
Ashdeck:Monthly $4 per month · Annual $2 per month, billed yearly · Lifetime $96
My Exercise Snacks:—
Open source
Ashdeck:Yes, 20 GitHub stars
My Exercise Snacks:—

Ashdeck features

  • Unlimited website blocking. Block social media, news, and other distracting sites across all tabs.
  • Pomodoro focus sessions. Structured work intervals with timers to boost productivity.
  • Scheduled blocking. Automatically block sites during defined work or study hours.
  • Task lists & reminders. Create unlimited tasks and lists with optional reminders.
  • Custom quotes & mantras. Display motivational messages while you work.
  • Premium focus sounds. Play background sounds designed to improve concentration.

My Exercise Snacks features

  • Smart Reminders. AI-powered nudges adapt to your schedule and prompt movement breaks.
  • Daily Streaks. Earn XP, level up fitness rank, and track habit streaks.
  • Exercise Library. A collection of desk-friendly exercises with step-by-step guides.
  • Science-Backed. Built on research linking short movement breaks to health and cognition.
  • Gamified Progress. Track XP, ranks and streaks to stay motivated.
  • Quick Setup. Installs in Chrome in about 30 seconds.

Ashdeck vs My Exercise Snacks FAQ

What is the difference between Ashdeck and My Exercise Snacks?+

Ashdeck: Focus-oriented distraction blocker rather than movement reminders.

Should I use Ashdeck or My Exercise Snacks?+

Pick Ashdeck if you want website blocker with Pomodoro timer, blocking distractions or open-source code (ashdeck/ashdeck on GitHub, AGPL-3.0 license). Pick My Exercise Snacks if you want smart break reminders for desk workers or a free tool.

Is Ashdeck or My Exercise Snacks free?+

Ashdeck is paid, from $4/month (Monthly). My Exercise Snacks is free.

Which is cheaper, Ashdeck or My Exercise Snacks?+

My Exercise Snacks is free, so it costs less. Ashdeck starts at $4/month (Monthly).

Is Ashdeck or My Exercise Snacks open source?+

Ashdeck is open source (ashdeck/ashdeck on GitHub, AGPL-3.0 license). DevHunt has no public source repository on record for My Exercise Snacks.

On DevHunt

Ashdeck

1 upvote · Launched on DevHunt on Feb 18, 2025

My Exercise Snacks

0 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Jan 7, 2025

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