Comparison

StepBloc vs Push Ups to Unlock

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

Head to head
About

StepBloc

This app helps you reduce screen time by requiring physical activity to unlock distracting apps. Earn your app access by completing workouts like push-ups, squats, or reaching step goals. Take control of your digital habits and improve your health simultaneously.

Highlights
  • Earn app access through push-ups, squats, or steps
  • Block distracting apps until goals are met
  • App blocking scheduler
  • Set daily usage limits
  • Track focus minutes
  • Digital habit insights and reports
  • HealthKit integration for step tracking
Features
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StepBloc lets you earn your screen time by doing Push-ups, Squats and other workouts. For example, you need to do 10 push-ups to use instagram for 10 mins. Just follow 3 simple steps: +Choose the distracting apps. +Set your goal (Push-ups, Squats, or Steps). +Move! Apps stay blocked until your goal is hit. Why should you download StepBloc? + Control how much time you spend on distracting apps. + Reduce your screen time. + Stay healthy by staying active. + Reclaim your focus. Key Features: + Steps to unblock: Distracted apps are blocked unless you completed required number of steps. + Push-Ups to unblock: Distracted apps are blocked unless you completed required number of Push-Ups. + Squats to unblock: Distracted apps are blocked unless you completed required number of Squats. + App Blocking Scheduler: Set specific times to block distracting apps, ensuring uninterrupted focus during work, study, or leisure time. + Usage Limits: Define daily usage limits for your distracted apps. + Focus Tracker: Measure your daily focus minutes and block distracting apps until you complete your focus minute target. + Insights: Gain valuable insights into your digital habits with detailed analytics and reports. + Secure and Private: Rest assured that your data is safe with StepBloc. All of your data stays in the device. Take control of your digital distractions, reclaim your focus, and unlock your full potential with StepBloc. Download now and experience the transformative power of mindful device management! The Monthly Pass Subscribe to monthly pass to get unlimited access to blocks. - Your payment will be charged to your iTunes Account as soon as you confirm your purchase. - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - When you cancel a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the period. - While cancelling, Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded By using the app, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: Terms: https://hamsters.tech/stepbloc-t-c Privacy: https://hamsters.tech/stepbloc-privacy-policy HealthKit Integration: StepBloc accesses your step count data from HealthKit to incentivize healthy habits. By linking your daily step count with app usage, StepBloc rewards you with app access based on your physical activity level. This integration encourages movement and ensures that you strike a balance between screen time and physical wellness. Note: HealthKit data is used only if user decides to use Step Block as the blocking method in app.

About

Push Ups to Unlock

This app requires physical activity to unlock access to other applications. Users choose exercises like push-ups or squats and complete a set number of reps to gain temporary access to their chosen apps, promoting discipline and healthier screen habits.

Highlights
  • Exercise-based app unlocking
  • Customizable exercises and rep counts
  • Block multiple addictive apps
  • Track consistency and time saved
  • Build discipline and strength
Features
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HOW TO USE RepUnlock: • Select the apps you want to control • Choose an exercise (push-ups, squats, planks, etc.) • Complete the required reps to unlock the app • Replace mindless scrolling with short, effective movement • Build discipline, strength, and better screen habits over time RepUnlock doesn’t just block apps — it creates a physical pause before distraction. Your body becomes the unlock button. Premium Access Required RepUnlock is a fully paid service. All features and functionality are available through a subscription. No free content is offered. Unlock Premium Features with RepUnlock Pro: • Exercise-based app unlocking • Customizable exercises and rep counts • Block multiple addictive apps • Track consistency, time saved, and workouts • Long-term discipline and strength journey Subscribe to Pro to access all features and stay consistent. Important Information: RepUnlock does not provide medical or fitness advice. All exercises are general bodyweight movements intended for healthy users. Consult a professional before starting any new exercise routine. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Legal: Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/fc452c95-5914-43a9-89ff-62a1ed29f30c

Screenshots

StepBloc4 screens
Push Ups to Unlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: StepBloc at freemium against Push Ups to Unlock's subscription. StepBloc also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 33%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). 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. StepBloc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Push Ups to Unlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 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 — 4.5 for StepBloc against 4.4 for Push Ups to Unlock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepBloc has 496 ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of StepBloc's written reviews are positive against 33% of Push Ups to Unlock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StepBloc ships an update weekly, Push Ups to Unlock every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
StepBloc versus Push Ups to Unlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStepBlocPush Ups to Unlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (496 ratings) — better4.4 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews65.1% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings496 — better32
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB197 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHamsters TechnologyViral App Developement LLC

Customer experience

StepBloc

All ratings485 ratings
Positive87.4%
Neutral5.4%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive65.1%
Neutral7.9%
Negative27.0%

Push Ups to Unlock

All ratings32 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

StepBloc

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Push-up counter can be cheated
  • Squat counter can be cheated
  • App keeps blocks after deletion
  • Push-up system is faulty
  • Squats not registered correctly
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  • Screen time rate incorrect
  • Analytics tab blank
  • Freezes phone
  • Push-up tracking measures face distance
  • App still blocks after exercise
  • Screen time shown is incorrect
  • Lifetime unlock price high

Requested features

14 requests
  • Accumulate screen time
  • Start day with screen time
  • Reset banked steps daily
  • Widget for progress tracking
  • Macbook app
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  • Nose detection mode
  • More exercise options (sit-ups, pull-ups)
  • Edit workouts for specific days
  • Bank minutes/time
  • Face-on push-up tracking
  • Camera tracking for exercises
  • Set multiple rules for exercise/time
  • See time left until next exercise
  • More free features

Push Ups to Unlock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StepBloc

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pass$3.991 Month
  • Premium Pass7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

Push Ups to Unlock

Subscriptions3
  • Pro subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Discount$19.991 Year
  • Pro subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is StepBloc free?
StepBloc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Push Ups to Unlock free?
Push Ups to Unlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, StepBloc or Push Ups to Unlock?
StepBloc is rated higher. StepBloc averages 4.5 out of 5 from 496 ratings, while Push Ups to Unlock averages 4.4 from 32 ratings.
Do StepBloc or Push Ups to Unlock have ads?
Neither StepBloc nor Push Ups to Unlock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StepBloc or Push Ups to Unlock?
StepBloc ships an update weekly, and Push Ups to Unlock every 4 weeks. Most recently, StepBloc was updated on October 25, 2026 and Push Ups to Unlock on October 24, 2026.

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