Lux Alarm vs PlugBrain
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
Lux Alarm
Stop Oversleeping with Lux Alarm Tired of hitting snooze and waking up late? Lux Alarm ensures you actually get out of bed by requiring light to silence the alarm. How it works To stop the alarm, you must get up and open your blinds or turn on the light. The app uses your phone's sensor to detect brightness; by the time the alarm turns off, you are already on your feet and ready to start your day. Key Features • Smart Light Detection: Uses your phone's sensor to ensure the alarm only deactivates once your environment is bright. • Adjustable Sensitivity: Customize the required light level to account for gloomy weather or different room setups. • Modern Interface: A clean, intuitive design based on Material Design 3 for easy navigation. • Circadian Support: Waking up with light helps regulate your natural sleep cycle and reduces morning grogginess.
PlugBrain
PlugBrain is an app that encourages regular breaks from distracting apps by blocking access at scheduled intervals. To regain access, you’ll need to solve a math challenge that adjusts in difficulty: the more frequently you use the apps, the harder the challenges become, but the longer you stay away, the easier they get. **Features** - No ads - No internet required - Blocks distracting apps - Unblock apps by solving math challenges - Difficulty increases with frequent use, decreases with focus **How to use** - Grant all required permissions - Select distracting apps - Choose your focus interval - Stay focused ;)
| Feature | Lux Alarm | PlugBrain |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-or-later | GPL-3.0-only |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | F-DroidGitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | ProductivityFitnessCalendar | ProductivityFitnessCalendar |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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