# Push ups vs Plank Challenge

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Push ups at none against Plank Challenge's 1. Push ups also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (82% vs 68%). Plank Challenge's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Push ups holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Push ups has 5K ratings behind it against 471, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Push ups's written reviews are positive against 68% of Plank Challenge's.

Push ups ships an update every 4 months, Plank Challenge every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Push ups | Plank Challenge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-100-pushups-trainer/id556434935/reviews)** | [4.7 (471 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 471 |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 67.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [FITNESS22 LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/383171664) | [Bo Kalvslund](https://appshunter.io/developer/572272193) |

## What reviewers say

### Push ups

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-100-pushups-trainer/id556434935)

This app guides you from zero to 100 pushups in 10 weeks with a personal audio coach. It offers a structured, achievable plan requiring only 20 minutes, 3 times a week. Earn badges and stay motivated on your journey to a stronger body.

**Highlights:** 0 to 100 pushups in 10 weeks, Personal audio coach guidance, 3 effort levels (counter, knee, full body), Earn wins and badges, Integrated with Apple Health, Compatible with all music apps

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💪🏽 Awesome
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 👍 Motivating
- 👍 Helpful for beginners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Needs push notifications
- 💰 Limited free version, requires paid upgrade
- 🚫 Misleading description, doesn't train for 100 pushups in a row
- 🚫 Outdated and not optimized for newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on launch for some users
- Playback issues with audio/music

**Requested features**

- Add Spotify integration
- Provide more exercise options beyond just pushups
- Implement a proximity sensor to automatically count reps
- Offer more advanced programs beyond the 100 pushup goal


### 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Push ups free?

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

### Is Plank Challenge free?

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

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

Push ups is rated higher. Push ups averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while Plank Challenge averages 4.7 from 471 ratings.

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

Plank Challenge shows ads; Push ups does not.

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

Push ups ships an update every 4 months, and Plank Challenge every 3 weeks. Most recently, Push ups was updated on October 16, 2026 and Plank Challenge on October 18, 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.*