Comparison

CounterUps vs Snack Workouts

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

Head to head
About

CounterUps

This app automatically counts your push-ups using your iPhone's front camera or proximity sensor. It offers various workout modes and 30-day programs, with options to earn screen time by completing exercises. Syncs with Apple Health and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Automatic push-up counting via front camera or proximity sensor
  • Five distinct workout modes (Reps, Time, Calories, Intervals, Free)
  • Eight progressive 30-day training programs
  • Earn screen time by completing push-ups
  • Syncs workout history and calories to Apple Health
  • Apple Watch counting support
Features
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CounterUps counts your push-ups for you. Put your iPhone on the floor under your chest, screen up. On Face ID iPhones the front camera watches each rep, so you don't have to tap. # Train to earn screen time Block the apps that distract you and unlock them with push-ups. Requires iOS Screen Time. Pro can change how many seconds each rep is worth. # Automatic counting - Front camera / TrueDepth (recommended on Face ID iPhones) - Proximity sensor as an alternative - Sound and haptics, so you don't need to watch the screen - Manual tap and voice counting always available You can also place your iPhone in landscape beside your body: it films a side view, counts automatically, and saves a training video. # Five workout modes - Reps: set a number and finish it - Time: train for a set duration - Calories: keep going until you hit your target - Intervals: sets and rest you define - Free: no cap, just count # Eight 30-day programs Eight progressive 30-day tracks, from an absolute-beginner track to a daily 30-rep track. Three are free. Pick the weekdays that work for you, and the app builds the calendar. # Progress - Workout history and achievements - Workouts can sync calories to Apple Health - Apple Watch counting with motion sensors - Full statistics, strength curves, and the yearly calendar are Pro # Free and Pro Free includes automatic counting, all five modes, screen-time exchange, achievements, and three 30-day programs. Pro unlocks the other five programs, full statistics, the training calendar, deeper analysis, iCloud sync, custom scheduling, an adjustable exchange rate, and more app icons (2 free, 4 with Pro). Some subscription plans include a free trial. Price and trial eligibility are shown in the app before you confirm a purchase. # Links FAQ: https://github.com/chenhuaizhe/FAQ/blob/master/pushups_faq.md Terms of Use: https://www.bigbeefit.com/counterups/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.bigbeefit.com/counterups/privacy We use the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Snack Workouts

This app integrates short, effective exercise breaks into your daily routine to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting. It offers customizable goals and reminders, making it easy to stay active and energized throughout the day.

Highlights
  • Short, active breaks during the day
  • Combats effects of prolonged sitting
  • Customizable daily goals
  • Exercise reminders
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Focus on consistency over intensity
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20 minutes of pushups in the morning? PASS! Short active breaks during the day? YES, PLEASE! Pyup spreads short exercise breaks into your day, effortlessly combating the harmful effects of prolonged sitting. Do you ever feel like you're sitting at your desk for hours on end without moving? Pyup has got your back (literally)! This amazing tool spreads fun and effective exercises throughout your day, helping you stay energized and healthy. Say goodbye to the monotony of sitting all day and hello to a more active, productive lifestyle with Pyup! PROLONGED SITTING IS THE NEW SMOKING - Causes Chronic Health Conditions: type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity - Poor posture leads to back problems, neck pain, and other musculoskeletal issues. - Reduced Metabolism: affects the body's ability to regulate blood sugar, break down body fat, and maintain blood pressure. - Affects Mental Health: increased risks of depression and anxiety. SO EASY YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO IT 1. Pick a daily goal 2. Pyup breaks it up into a series of pauses (e.g., every 30 min) of reasonable difficulty (e.g., 1 to 10 repetitions). 3. Sit at your desk, wait for the reminder BEST FOR: * Home Office / Remote Workers * Office workers with high agency * Persons diagnosed with ADHD * Students * Senior * Retired people IT'S WHAT YOU NEED * No mental overload & time efficient: it's only well-known movements, no need to learn anything, you always know what to do and get on with it * It's enough: Consistency Over Intensity. Some workout is better than no workout. * It can be more: keep Pyup for light exercises outside of your regular training, or turn it into intense sessions. * Flow Friendly: not a good time? Snooze it, reschedule it. Build your plan around your day. * Forgiving: you didn't finish or you skipped yesterday? Just do better today. WORK AROUND YOUR SCHEDULE: * Use that 1 minute before a meeting to do a couple of pushups and enter the meeting energized. Take another break after the meeting if you feel drained and need another boost… * Bundle series together to get ahead or to catch up… * Finish earlier or later * Drop in the middle and start again tomorrow. You can't always anticipate what life will throw at you BENEFITS OF ACTIVE BREAKS + Stimulate blood flow: better delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues and organs + Boost Metabolism: burn calories more efficiently + Enhance Focus and Cognitive Function: improved mental clarity and concentration. Physical activity promotes the release of endorphins, which can elevate mood and increase blood flow to the brain, enhancing cognitive functions and decreasing feelings of mental fatigue. + Prevent Chronic Disease: heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Lower cancer and cardiovascular-related mortality. + ADHD Support Strategy: breaks reset focus, reduce hyperactivity, release excess energy + Psychological Well-being: reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, improve mood by production of serotonin BENEFITS OF PYRAMID TRAINING + Spread Load: avoid fatigue, allowing for better form + Steady Habit Formation: help establish a consistent exercise habit + Minimize Risk of Overuse Injuries: unlike concentrating all the effort into one session + Fits Into Busy Schedules: Does not require carving out a dedicated time slot DISCLAIMER This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Use it at your own risk. Goodwhale is not liable for any injuries or health issues resulting from its use. Always consult with a healthcare professional. Pyup pyramid training free app is the easiest way to combat a sedentary lifestyle and the adverse effects of sitting at a desk all day. Pyup is free to download but unlocking all features and all sets beyond the default one requires a subscription or one-time purchase. Privacy: https://goodwhale.me/pyup/privacy/ Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ It's time to download the app and do your first series now!

Screenshots

CounterUps4 screens
Snack Workouts4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Snack Workouts at none against CounterUps's shown. Snack Workouts also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 57%). CounterUps's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 24 months) and ratings volume (31 vs 3). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. CounterUps sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Snack Workouts sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 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 — 4.9 for CounterUps against 5.0 for Snack Workouts. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CounterUps has 31 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of CounterUps's written reviews are positive against 67% of Snack Workouts's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CounterUps ships an update every 8 days, Snack Workouts every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CounterUps versus Snack Workouts: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCounterUpsSnack Workouts
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (31 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.7% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings31 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 24 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB28 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer源 陈Goodwhale

Customer experience

CounterUps

All ratings31 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive56.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative26.7%

Snack Workouts

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

CounterUps

Subscriptions8
  • Push-up weekly subscription$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pushups Monthly Subscription$6.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • Push-up annual subscription$14.991 Year
  • Push-up training subscription7 Days trial$24.996 Months
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Premium Plus Bundle$24.991 Year
  • Pushups Annual Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • CounterUps Pro$89.99
11 purchases

Snack Workouts

Subscriptions4
  • Basic commitment$0.497 Days
  • Basic commitment7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Serious commitment$4.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Serious commitment$9.991 Year
One-time7
  • 1 pushup$1.99
  • 5 pushups$5.99
  • 10 pushups$9.99
Show 4 more
  • Lifetime commitment$9.99
  • Lifetime commitment$19.99
  • 25 pushups$19.99
  • 100 pushups$59.99

Questions

Is CounterUps free?
CounterUps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Snack Workouts free?
Snack Workouts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CounterUps or Snack Workouts?
Snack Workouts is rated higher. CounterUps averages 4.9 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Snack Workouts averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do CounterUps or Snack Workouts have ads?
CounterUps shows ads; Snack Workouts does not.
Which is updated more often, CounterUps or Snack Workouts?
CounterUps ships an update every 8 days, and Snack Workouts every 24 months. Most recently, CounterUps was updated on October 30, 2026 and Snack Workouts on October 16, 2026.

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