# PushupChamp vs Push Up Counter

The clearest difference is monetization model: PushupChamp at free with in-app purchases against Push Up Counter's subscription. PushupChamp also leads on ads (none vs shown). Push Up Counter's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (820 vs 6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PushupChamp sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Push Up Counter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Push Up Counter holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Push Up Counter has 820 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of PushupChamp's written reviews are positive against 91% of Push Up Counter's.

PushupChamp ships an update weekly, Push Up Counter every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PushupChamp | Push Up Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushupchamp/id1602692501/reviews) | **[4.8 (820 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-up-counter-100-pushups/id1658514945/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **820** |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | **90.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 4 MB | 377 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolaas CorneIis Antonius Vertelman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1602692503) | [Foxyfitness GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658515547) |

## What reviewers say

### PushupChamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushupchamp/id1602692501)

This app uses your phone's camera to count your pushups, helping you track and improve your fitness. It offers various modes like progressive stages, personal records, timed challenges, and custom workouts.

**Highlights:** Camera-based pushup counting, 5 distinct workout modes, Progressive difficulty stages, Personal record challenges, Timed workout modes, Customizable workout sets

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Champion | $1.99 | one-time |


### Push Up Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-up-counter-100-pushups/id1658514945)

This app tracks your push-ups using your phone's sensors and camera, offering a guided training plan and voice coaching. It helps you build strength, set personal records, and compete with others on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Automatic push-up detection, Guided training plans, Voice coaching, Global and friend leaderboards, Goal setting and reminders, Workout streaks, Apple Health integration

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Push-Up PRO - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Push-Up PRO - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Super PRO | $19.99 | per year |
| Push-Up PRO Yearly offer | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐️ Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💪 Helps build strength
- 🤩 Fun and motivating
- 📊 Tracks progress well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- ⏰ Inconsistent tracking across time zones
- 🤖 Issues with automated push-up detection

**Reported bugs**

- Losing streak progress
- Inaccurate leaderboard
- App crashes on launch

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- More workout types beyond push-ups
- Better social features for competing with friends
- Customizable workout plans


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PushupChamp free?

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

### Is Push Up Counter free?

Push Up Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PushupChamp or Push Up Counter?

Push Up Counter is rated higher. PushupChamp averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Push Up Counter averages 4.8 from 820 ratings.

### Do PushupChamp or Push Up Counter have ads?

Push Up Counter shows ads; PushupChamp does not.

### Which is updated more often, PushupChamp or Push Up Counter?

PushupChamp ships an update weekly, and Push Up Counter every 9 days. Most recently, PushupChamp was updated on October 9, 2026 and Push Up Counter on October 24, 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.*