# StepBloc vs BlockIt

The clearest difference is ads: StepBloc at none against BlockIt's shown. StepBloc also leads on ratings volume (485 vs 15). BlockIt's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepBloc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and BlockIt sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BlockIt holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepBloc has 485 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 65% and 65% positive.

StepBloc ships an update weekly, BlockIt every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepBloc | BlockIt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (485 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbloc-screen-time-blocker/id6480580480/reviews) | **[4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockit-pushups-screen-time/id6757078968/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **485** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 65.1% of reviews | **65.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 192 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hamsters Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684075068) | [Chili Data](https://appshunter.io/developer/1832433894) |

## What reviewers say

### StepBloc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbloc-screen-time-blocker/id6480580480)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pass | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Blocks apps very well
- 👍 Free to use
- 👍 Innovative concept
- 👍 Effective screen time reduction
- 👍 Motivates exercise

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Push-up/squat tracking issues
- 🐛 Daily limits in free version
- 🐛 Limited free features
- 🐛 Unintuitive timer
- 🐛 Lacking features

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- Accumulate screen time
- Start day with screen time
- Reset banked steps daily
- Widget for progress tracking
- Macbook app


### BlockIt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockit-pushups-screen-time/id6757078968)

Transform scrolling habits into physical activity. Earn screen time for your favorite apps by completing exercises like pushups, squats, or planks. Track your progress and compete with friends while building strength and focus.

**Highlights:** Native app blocking via iOS Screen Time, Choose from pushups, squats, or planks, Challenge modes: sprint and survival, Global leaderboard and friend challenges, Detailed stats on streaks and time earned, Unlock unlimited apps with Pro version

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BlockIt Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| BlockIt Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| BlockIt Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| BlockIt Pro A Vie Promo | $22.99 | one-time |
| BlockIt A Vie | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepBloc free?

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

### Is BlockIt free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepBloc or BlockIt?

BlockIt is rated higher. StepBloc averages 4.5 out of 5 from 485 ratings, while BlockIt averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.

### Do StepBloc or BlockIt have ads?

BlockIt shows ads; StepBloc does not.

### Which is updated more often, StepBloc or BlockIt?

StepBloc ships an update weekly, and BlockIt every 3 days. Most recently, StepBloc was updated on October 16, 2026 and BlockIt on October 16, 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.*