Comparison

Push Ups to Unlock vs PushPal

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

Head to head
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

About

PushPal

This app blocks distracting applications, requiring users to complete physical exercises to earn back screen time. It uses AI pose detection to verify reps and form, ensuring genuine effort is made before access is granted.

Highlights
  • AI pose detection for rep verification
  • Temporarily block any app
  • Earn screen time through exercise
  • Adjustable rep-to-minute ratio
  • Multiple exercise options (push-ups, squats, sit-ups)
  • Calibrates to user and environment
Features
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PushPal locks the apps that waste your time and only unlocks them when you exercise. Every rep you complete earns screen time. One push-up, one minute. AI pose detection counts your reps and checks your form, so there is no way to fake it. THE PROBLEM You have tried screen time limits. You have tried app timers. You dismissed them in seconds and went right back to scrolling. The average person spends over 4 hours a day on their phone. That is 60 full days a year lost to apps designed to keep you hooked. THE SOLUTION PushPal is the only app blocker that requires real physical effort to unlock your distractions. Not a timer. Not a breathing exercise. Not a notification you can swipe away. Actual reps, verified by AI, before you get access. HOW IT WORKS - Pick the apps that distract you most - Choose your exercise: push-ups, squats, sit-ups, and more - Tap a blocked app and start repping - Each verified rep earns one minute of screen time - Adjust the ratio anytime in settings FEATURES - AI pose detection that verifies every rep in real time - Temporarily block any app on your phone - Earn one minute per rep by default, fully adjustable - Push-ups, squats, sit-ups, with more exercises on the way - Calibrates to your body and environment each session - Behavioural analytics that track what actually matters THE SHIFT When scrolling costs effort, you stop scrolling mindlessly. Most people notice a change in the first week. Fifteen push-ups before opening TikTok makes you reconsider whether you even want it. What are you waiting for? Download PushPal and start fixing your life. By using the app you agree to the following: Terms of Use: https://www.bambooapps.xyz/pushpal/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.bambooapps.xyz/pushpal/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Push Ups to Unlock4 screens
PushPal3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: PushPal at free with in-app purchases against Push Ups to Unlock's subscription. PushPal also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Push Ups to Unlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and PushPal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.4 for Push Ups to Unlock against 4.4 for PushPal. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 38 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Push Ups to Unlock's written reviews are positive against 50% of PushPal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Push Ups to Unlock versus PushPal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPush Ups to UnlockPushPal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (32 ratings)4.4 (38 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3238 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViral App Developement LLC1001255042 ONTARIO INC.

Customer experience

Push Ups to Unlock

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

PushPal

All ratings32 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Push Ups to Unlock

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

PushPal

Subscriptions7
  • Full Access$9.991 Month
  • Full Access$14.991 Month
  • Full Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Full Access$29.991 Year
  • Full Access$39.991 Year
  • Full Access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Full Access2 variants$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Push Ups to Unlock free?
Push Ups to Unlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushPal free?
PushPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Push Ups to Unlock or PushPal?
PushPal is rated higher. Push Ups to Unlock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while PushPal averages 4.4 from 38 ratings.
Do Push Ups to Unlock or PushPal have ads?
Neither Push Ups to Unlock nor PushPal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Push Ups to Unlock or PushPal?
Push Ups to Unlock ships an update every 4 weeks, and PushPal every 4 weeks. Most recently, Push Ups to Unlock was updated on October 24, 2026 and PushPal on October 24, 2026.

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