Flexible Timing Options
Choose durations like 15 min, 30 min, 1h, 2h, 4h, 8h; or keep it awake indefinitely
App‑Aware Activation
Automatically disable sleep when a specific app is running, which is perfect for remote tasks or downloads
Diagnose Keep Awake Issues
See if Stim is currently preventing sleep and whether other apps are
Lean & Efficient
Lightweight and fast with minimal memory usage
How Stim Compares
| Feature / Advantage | Stim | Amphetamine | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|
| App-Aware Activation | Auto-prevents sleep when specific target apps are running | Advanced trigger system (Apps, drives, Wi-Fi, displays) | Manual menu bar toggle only |
| Sleep-Blocking Diagnostics | Built-in diagnostic check to inspect what is keeping Mac awake | Detailed session stats & system power metrics | No system diagnostic tools |
| Timing & Duration Presets | Flexible durations (15m, 30m, 1h, 2h, 4h, 8h) or indefinite | Custom timers, countdowns & schedule triggers | Basic timed durations via menu bar click |
| Hotkey & Access Controls | Global keyboard shortcuts & quick menu bar toggle | Custom global hotkeys & URL scheme support | Click-to-activate menu item |
| Interface & Complexity | Streamlined menu bar utility with zero fluff | Feature-heavy configuration panel & deep preferences | Ultra-minimalist single-icon setup |
| Pricing & License | Free Fully functional | Free (Mac App Store) | Free |