Comparison

Push Ups to Unlock vs Lockin

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

Lockin

Earn screen time by completing physical exercises, solving math problems, or meditating. Unlock your favorite apps with the minutes you earn through productive activities.

Highlights
  • Earn screen time through exercises and tasks
  • AI-powered rep counting for exercises
  • Smart app blocking with Screen Time integration
  • Live Activity and widgets for progress tracking
  • Daily goals, stats, and streaks
  • Leaderboard for global competition
  • Exercise tutorials and form guidance
Features
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LOCKIN — Earn Your Screen Time Tired of doomscrolling? LOCKIN flips the script. Instead of limiting your screen time, you EARN it. Do real exercises, solve math problems, or meditate — and unlock minutes to use your favorite apps. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick an exercise — Push-ups, Squats, Jumping Jacks, Meditation, Math Problems, or Steps 2. Complete reps using your camera, motion sensors, or brain 3. Earn screen time minutes for every rep 4. Use your earned minutes to unlock the apps you choose REAL EXERCISES, REAL RESULTS • Push-ups — AI-powered camera detection counts every rep • Squats — Full range-of-motion tracking with live feedback • Jumping Jacks — Camera-based rep counting to get your heart rate up • Meditation — Timed breathing sessions to earn minutes mindfully • Math Problems — Solve equations to sharpen your mind and earn time • Steps — Walk your way to screen time with pedometer tracking SMART APP BLOCKING Choose which apps to block using Screen Time integration. When your time runs out, apps lock automatically. Want more time? Get moving. FEATURES • Live Activity — See your reps and minutes earned right from your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island during workouts • Home Screen Widget — Track today's earned minutes at a glance • Lock Screen Widget — Always know your balance without opening the app • Daily Goals — Set rep and minute targets to stay consistent • Stats & Streaks — Track your progress day by day with detailed history • Leaderboard — Compete with other LOCKIN users worldwide • Exercise Tutorials — Learn proper form for every exercise • Sign in with Apple — Your progress syncs and stays safe with your Apple account • Dark-free, clean UI — Designed to feel motivating, not overwhelming BUILT FOR DISCIPLINE LOCKIN isn't another screen time limiter that you'll just override and ignore. It's a system that rewards you for doing something good before you consume. Every minute of screen time is backed by real effort. Whether you want to build a workout habit, reduce mindless scrolling, or just add more movement to your day — LOCKIN makes it automatic. SUBSCRIPTION LOCKIN offers a 7-day free period to experience the full app. After that, continue with a weekly or annual subscription to keep earning and unlocking. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled 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 • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase Privacy Policy: https://www.getlock.in/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.getlock.in/terms Stop scrolling. Start earning. LOCKIN.

Screenshots

Push Ups to Unlock4 screens
Lockin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Push Ups to Unlock at 4.4 against Lockin's 3.0. Push Ups to Unlock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (32 vs 1). Lockin's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 Lockin sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Push Ups to Unlock holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Push Ups to Unlock has 32 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Push Ups to Unlock ships an update every 4 weeks, Lockin every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Push Ups to Unlock versus Lockin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPush Ups to UnlockLockin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (32 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperViral App Developement LLCShaurya Bahl

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
4 purchases

Lockin

Subscriptions2
  • LockIn Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • LockIn Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Emergency Pass$0.99
  • Emergency Pass 3-Pack$1.99

Questions

Is Push Ups to Unlock free?
Push Ups to Unlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lockin free?
Lockin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Push Ups to Unlock or Lockin?
Push Ups to Unlock is rated higher. Push Ups to Unlock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while Lockin averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Push Ups to Unlock or Lockin have ads?
Lockin shows ads; Push Ups to Unlock does not.
Which is updated more often, Push Ups to Unlock or Lockin?
Push Ups to Unlock ships an update every 4 weeks, and Lockin every 3 days. Most recently, Push Ups to Unlock was updated on October 30, 2026 and Lockin on October 31, 2026.

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