Pushscroll vs Please Waiter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pushscroll
This app transforms screen time addiction into fitness gains by requiring users to complete exercises like pushups to earn scrolling minutes. It helps users reduce phone usage, build muscle, and improve focus through a gamified approach to fitness and digital wellbeing.
- Exercise-based app timer
- Unlock screen time with pushups, squats, and more
- Pose detection for accurate rep counting
- Smart app blocker for addictive apps
- Guided bodyweight and weight training workouts
- Apple Health integration for step-based rewards
- Detailed screen time reports and goal setting
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Turn your screen time addiction into fitness gains! Pushscroll is the revolutionary app that trades pushups for scrolling time - making you look more attractive while breaking your phone addiction. > The Problem: You're wasting YEARS of your life doomscrolling. Studies show the average person spends 5-6 hours daily on their phone. That's 10+ years of your life mindlessly scrolling TikTok, Instagram, and social media. Time you'll never get back. > The Solution: Exercise unlocks screen time. Pushscroll flips your dopamine addiction on its head. Want to scroll? Do pushups first. One pushup = one minute of app time. It's that simple. You'll build an athletic physique while naturally reducing screen time. > Real Results Our Users Experience: - Lost weight and gained muscle from daily pushups - Reduced screen time by 3-4 hours per day - Better sleep, focus, and mental clarity - Replaced social media addiction with fitness habits - More confidence from looking and feeling better > KEY FEATURES: >> Exercise-Based App Timer - Set time limits on any app - Unlock minutes through push-ups, squats, lunges, jumping jacks, diamond push-ups, squat holds, and situps - Can't cheat - we use pose detection to count reps >> Smart App Blocker - Block social media and addictive apps - Screen time control that actually works >> Guided Workouts - Bodyweight, weight training, and recovery / stretching in the Fitness tab - Earn extra app time as you complete them >> Build the Habit - Level up step by step through your Journey - Maintain workout streaks and track your progress - Unlock collectibles and rewards as you go >> Apple Health + Widgets - Earn minutes from your daily steps via Apple Health - Track your streak from your lock screen and home screen >> Digital Wellbeing Tools - Detailed screen time reports - See how much exercise you've earned - Set goals and crush them - Dopamine detox made fun >> Supportive Community - Join thousands glowing up together - Weekly fitness challenges - Share progress and stay motivated > Perfect For: - Anyone struggling with social media addiction - People who procrastinate with their phone - Those wanting to get fit but lacking motivation - Students needing better focus - Professionals seeking productivity - Anyone with ADHD struggling with phone distractions > The Science: Research shows that pairing an unwanted behavior (excessive screen time) with a desired behavior (exercise) is the most effective way to build lasting habits. Pushscroll leverages this psychological principle to transform your relationship with both your phone and your fitness. > Join the Movement: Stop letting social media companies profit from your addiction. Take back control of your time, health, and life. Download Pushscroll today and join our Discord community of people committed to glowing up together. Make the switch. Download Pushscroll now. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION* A Pushscroll SUBSCRIPTION is required to use and enjoy full access to features and content. If you choose a Pushscroll subscription, payment will be charged to your Apple Account after the free trial ends. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your Apple Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. From Apple Account settings you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your Apple Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your trial ends, the remaining free trial period will be forfeited when your purchase is confirmed. Terms: https://pushscroll.com/terms Privacy: https://pushscroll.com/privacy
Please Waiter
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Please Waiter helps you practice the lost art of waiting. Start a timer, wait it out, and the next goal gets a little longer. Inspired by monks, cats, and long loading bars.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Please Waiter at none against Pushscroll's 10. Pushscroll's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months) and chart position (#210 vs unranked). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Pushscroll sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Please Waiter asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pushscroll ships an update every 2 days, Please Waiter every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pushscroll | Please Waiter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (18K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 18K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #210 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 191 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pushscroll GmbH | Darius Dubickas |
Bugs and requests
Pushscroll
Reported bugs
2 issues- Phone locked due to app
- Inconsistent time tracking
Requested features
2 requests- Add other languages
- Improve UI
Please Waiter
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pushscroll
- Pushscroll Monthly$14.991 Month
- Pushscroll Access$17.991 Month
- Pushscroll$22.991 Year
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- Pushscroll Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Pushscroll3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Pushscroll Yearly$29.991 Year
- Pushscroll Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Pushscroll Yearly$39.991 Year
- Pushscroll Yearly$49.991 Year
- Pushscroll Yearly$59.991 Year
Please Waiter
No in-app purchases









