# Plank Challenge vs Push Ups Challenge

The clearest difference is rating: Plank Challenge at 4.7 against Push Ups Challenge's 1.0. Plank Challenge also leads on ratings volume (471 vs 1). Push Ups Challenge's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Plank Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Push Ups Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Plank Challenge holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plank Challenge has 471 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of Plank Challenge's written reviews are positive against 100% of Push Ups Challenge's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, Push Ups Challenge every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Plank Challenge | Push Ups Challenge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (471 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-challenge/id1553051325/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **471** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 17 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bo Kalvslund](https://appshunter.io/developer/572272193) | [Eray Aksoy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549464012) |

## What reviewers say

### Plank Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252)

This app guides you through a 5-week program to build up to a 4-minute plank. It requires no equipment and can be done in just 4 minutes daily, with rest days incorporated for recovery. It also includes a bonus push-up progression.

**Highlights:** 5-week structured plank program, Progressive push-up training, Daily workout instructions, Progress tracking, Apple Music integration, Distraction-free interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plank Challenge Pro | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 💪 Great for plank challenges
- 🎯 Helps build stamina
- ✅ Good for beginners
- ✨ Straightforward design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Music pauses during sets
- 🎵 Lack of in-app music/motivation
- ❓ No clear guidance on plank types
- 🎛️ No timer customization
- 👎 Push-up part lacks challenge

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after iOS 13 update
- No times displayed after iOS 13 update
- Audio mutes automatically between active and rest
- App not running after iOS 13 update

**Requested features**

- Allow self-designed workouts
- Integrate reminders
- Add in-app music or motivational sounds
- Provide explanation on different plank types
- Include countdowns and motivational cues


### Push Ups Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-challenge/id1553051325)

Achieve your goal of performing 100 push-ups in just six weeks with this free fitness application. Designed for convenience, you can train effectively at home, work, or school.

**Highlights:** Achieve 100 push-ups goal, 6-week training program, Workout anywhere, Targets chest and shoulder muscles, Free to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Plank Challenge free?

Plank Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Push Ups Challenge free?

Push Ups Challenge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Plank Challenge or Push Ups Challenge?

Plank Challenge is rated higher. Plank Challenge averages 4.7 out of 5 from 471 ratings, while Push Ups Challenge averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Plank Challenge or Push Ups Challenge have ads?

Plank Challenge shows ads; Push Ups Challenge does not.

### Which is updated more often, Plank Challenge or Push Ups Challenge?

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, and Push Ups Challenge every 6 weeks. Most recently, Plank Challenge was updated on October 19, 2026 and Push Ups Challenge on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*