Comparison

Freedom vs PushToPlay

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Freedom

This app helps you block distracting apps and websites to improve focus and productivity. Schedule blocking sessions across all your devices to build better screen time habits and reclaim productive hours.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Schedule blocking sessions
  • Sync across all devices
  • Block the internet
  • Locked Mode for habit commitment
  • Focus sounds
Features
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Block distracting apps and websites so you can focus, be more productive, and build better screen time habits. We've built the world's best app and website blocker, trusted by over 3 million individuals and teams to deliver focused attention for the things that matter most. During a Freedom session, when you attempt to open an app or website on your blocklist, Freedom blocks the app from opening and displays a peaceful green screen - reminding you that you're currently free of that distraction. Freedom users report gaining an average of 2.5 hours of productive time every day. They're more fulfilled, happier with work and family life, and have a healthier relationship with their technology. Schedule a Freedom app blocking session to start automatically when you need it – for complete, seamless control over distractions. Because Freedom works across all your devices, you'll feel confident knowing you're in complete control. We call it mindful productivity. There's no limit to the number of devices (including phones, tablets, and computers) you can connect to Freedom, so you can block apps and websites regardless of where you are or what you're doing. You'll stay focused, productive, and distraction-free. "Our favorite distraction-killing app blocker." – Lifehacker "One antidote to the always-on life is Freedom…" – Time Magazine "As Freedom shows, the solution to the problems created by technology isn't anti-technology, but more and better technology." – Huffington Post "Freedom has garnered celeb fans like Dave Eggers, Nick Hornby, Seth Godin, and Nora Ephron." – Mashable PEACE OF MIND - COVER EVERY DEVICE - For one price, Freedom covers all your devices (phones, tablets, and computers) with our powerful distraction-blocking technology. TURN OFF THE NOISE - BLOCK APPS and WEBSITES - Block distracting apps and websites for as long as you want. Select from a pre-made blocklist or create a custom blocklist of your time-consuming distractions. EXPERIENCE TOTAL PEACE - BLOCK THE INTERNET - Block the internet with a single button. Enjoy peace, quiet, and focus, away from all distractions. Freedom won't block important texts or calls, so you can enjoy offline time knowing you can be reached if need be! SMART COVERAGE - SYNC ACROSS YOUR DEVICES - Distractions aren't limited to your phone! Sync block sessions to your phones, tablets, and computers. There's no limit to the number of devices you can use. CREATE GOOD HABITS - USE POWERFUL SCHEDULING - Schedule your blocks now, later, or create recurring blocks to help make focus and productivity a habit. LOCKED MODE - Use Locked Mode to commit to breaking bad digital habits and addictions. FOCUS SOUNDS - Free audio tracks give you an assortment of music, café, office, and nature sounds to help you stay focused and productive, no matter where you are. We're excited about helping you be the best version of yourself. We're continually building new tools - and they're always included in your subscription. We've also got a great Perks program which offers discounts on top productivity products. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS We’re confident that you’ll love Freedom, but just so you can be sure, we offer a 7-day free trial of Freedom Premium. After that it’s only $39.99 per year. Many Freedom users tell us it pays for itself within a few days! These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Your Freedom subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings. Terms and Conditions - https://freedom.to/terms Privacy Policy - https://freedom.to/privacy Thank you!

About

PushToPlay

This app transforms screen time management into a fitness challenge. It blocks distracting apps and requires users to complete pushups, counted by advanced AI camera technology, to unlock them. It helps build healthier digital habits and a consistent exercise routine.

Highlights
  • Block apps with pushups
  • AI camera pushup counting
  • Custom blocking schedules
  • Digital detox
  • Gamified self-improvement
  • Usage analytics
Features
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Ready to take control of your screen time while getting stronger? PushToPlay turns app blocking into an engaging fitness challenge! UNLOCK APPS WITH PUSHUPS - Block distracting apps and unlock them through physical exercise - Advanced AI camera technology counts your pushups accurately - Set custom blocking schedules and exercise goals DIGITAL DETOX - Reduce excessive screen time naturally - Build a consistent exercise habit - Transform idle moments into strength-building opportunities - Improve focus and productivity GAMIFIED SELF-IMPROVEMENT - Track your daily pushup stats and progress - Earn achievements for consistent exercise - Watch your fitness journey unfold - Set personal records and challenge yourself SMART APP MANAGEMENT - Choose which apps to block - Customize blocking durations - Set exercise requirements for different apps - View detailed usage analytics PRIVACY FIRST - Camera used only for pushup detection - No video storage or data collection - Works completely offline - Your privacy is our priority Whether you're a student aiming to stay focused during study sessions, a professional looking to boost productivity, or someone wanting to build healthier digital habits, PushToPlay helps you achieve your goals while getting stronger. Join thousands of users who are already transforming their screen time into strength time. Download PushToPlay today and start your journey toward better digital wellness and physical fitness! Privacy Policy: https://atlantic-hiss-f94.notion.site/PushToPlay-Privacy-Policy-1095dde0b9c180af9df1f1c042198a45 Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Freedom4 screens
PushToPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: PushToPlay at free with in-app purchases against Freedom's subscription. PushToPlay also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). Freedom's advantage is ratings volume (5.9K vs 27) and review sentiment (64% vs 50%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Freedom sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and PushToPlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Freedom against 4.5 for PushToPlay. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Freedom has 5.9K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Freedom's written reviews are positive against 50% of PushToPlay's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Freedom ships an update every 9 days, PushToPlay every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and July 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Freedom versus PushToPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreedomPushToPlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5.9K ratings)4.5 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5.9K — better27
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEighty Percent SolutionsJai Chawla

Customer experience

Freedom

All ratings5,878 ratings
Positive85.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative11.7%
Written reviews1,352 reviews
Positive64.0%
Neutral7.6%
Negative28.4%

PushToPlay

All ratings27 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Freedom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blocks unintended apps/websites
  • Fails to block certain apps like Facebook, Instagram
  • Doesn't work in low power mode on iOS

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow specific app whitelisting
  • Add time limit/usage tracking features
  • Improve scheduling options (e.g. by day, not just time)
  • Better integration with mobile OS features (e.g. iOS Screen Time)

PushToPlay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Freedom

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Subscription$8.991 Month
  • Freedom Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Freedom Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Freedom Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Freedom Forever$199.00
3 purchases

PushToPlay

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Membership$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Membership$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Membership3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Freedom free?
Freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushToPlay free?
PushToPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Freedom or PushToPlay?
PushToPlay is rated higher. Freedom averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while PushToPlay averages 4.5 from 27 ratings.
Do Freedom or PushToPlay have ads?
Neither Freedom nor PushToPlay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Freedom or PushToPlay?
Freedom ships an update every 9 days, and PushToPlay every 2 days. Most recently, Freedom was updated on September 26, 2026 and PushToPlay on July 20, 2026.

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