Comparison

RedPill vs Pushup Debt

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

Head to head
About

RedPill

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. Set custom schedules and daily usage limits to improve focus and productivity. It offers a free version with optional premium features for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • One-click app and website blocking
  • Scheduled focus sessions
  • Adjustable daily app usage limits
  • Customizable blocking schedules
  • Free to use with optional premium subscription
Features
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Features: FAST, ONE-CLICK APPS / WEBSITES BLOCKING. The simplest way to block apps. Tap the "Start" button, and your apps are blocked! SCHEDULED FOCUS SESSIONS. You can customize blocking schedules to activate on specific days or times. For instance, you can block social media apps during work hours, or ensure work-related apps are inaccessible while you're at home. ADJUSTABLE DAILY USAGE LIMITS FOR APPS. E.g. if you want to spend no more than 15 minutes a day on Instagram, set up an app limit on the 'Limits' page and watch your addiction disappear. IT'S FREE You can use RedPill for free. Purchasing a subscription is not mandatory to use the app, but it is required to unlock all features. Subscription is managed by Apple. Don't know how to cancel? Instruction is here: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 Privacy policy: https://redpillapp.io/privacy-policy/ Terms of use: https://redpillapp.io/terms-of-use/

About

Pushup Debt

Features
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Find yourself doom-scrolling? Pushup Debt is the ultimate productivity and fitness fusion. We use strict Screen Time blocking and AI motion tracking to force you to drop the phone and do pushups. Want to check TikTok or Instagram? You’ll have to earn it with sweat. STRAIGHT TO THE POINT No account creation, no forced onboarding, and no initial paywall. Download the app and start blocking distractions instantly. HOW IT WORKS Block Apps: Select your worst screen-time offenders. Set a Price: Choose how many pushups it costs to unlock them. Pay Your Debt: When you try to open a blocked app, set your phone down. Our camera tracks your pushups. Finish your reps to regain access. FEATURES • Pushup Correctness Tracking: Advanced AI evaluates your body form and depth so you know you're doing them right. • Custom Time Periods: Set exact hours for when your apps should be locked. • Location-Based Blocking: Set location where you want it to block apps • Friends Leaderboard: Invite your friends, track each other's progress, and compete to see who has the most iron-clad discipline. • 100% Private: Tracking happens entirely on your device. Video is never saved or uploaded. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Start immediately with no forced paywalls! To remove daily limits, try our highly affordable premium tier with a free 7-Day Trial. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID upon purchase confirmation. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage your subscription in Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://joinpushupdebt.github.io/privacy.html

Screenshots

RedPill4 screens
Pushup Debt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Pushup Debt at none against RedPill's shown. RedPill's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. RedPill sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Pushup Debt sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, Pushup Debt every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RedPill versus Pushup Debt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRedPillPushup Debt
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandr KulagaDMITRII KOBYLKIN

In-app purchases

7 purchases

RedPill

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Premium7 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99
4 purchases

Pushup Debt

Subscriptions4
  • Pushup Debt - Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Pushup Debt - Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
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  • Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is RedPill free?
RedPill is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pushup Debt free?
Pushup Debt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RedPill or Pushup Debt have ads?
RedPill shows ads; Pushup Debt does not.
Which is updated more often, RedPill or Pushup Debt?
RedPill ships an update every 5 days, and Pushup Debt every 2 weeks. Most recently, RedPill was updated on October 12, 2026 and Pushup Debt on October 19, 2026.

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