Comparison

App Block, Time limits vs PushUp App Blocker

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

Head to head
About

App Block, Time limits

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distractions and building healthier screen habits. It offers scheduled app blocking, daily time limits, and focus sessions to improve productivity and mindfulness.

Highlights
  • Scheduled app and website blocking
  • Daily time limits for app usage
  • Hard difficulty blocking with no skipping
  • Focus sessions with custom app whitelists
  • Screen time and notification tracking
  • Analysis of productive vs. distractive screen time
Features
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Flow – Take Control of Your Time Flow helps you block distractions, build better screen habits, and focus on what really matters. Whether that means finishing your work, being more present, or cutting down on endless scrolling, Flow gives you the tools to take back control. Block distractions when it counts – Scheduled blocks: Set times when specific apps and websites are automatically blocked. – Time limits: Choose how long you can use an app or website per day before it's locked. – Hard difficulty: No skipping, no turning it off—once active, the block stays in place. – Focus sessions: Block everything except the apps and websites you choose, for a fixed amount of time like 30 minutes or 1 hour. Understand your screen habits – Track your total screen time, pickups, and notifications. – See how much productive and distractive screen time you have. – Learn where your time really goes and start making changes that last. Built for real change it's a powerful, intentional tool for people who want to be more focused, more mindful, and more in control of their digital lives. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION* A Flow subscription is required to use and enjoy full access to features and content. Terms of use: https://github.com/alcaeusdevelopment/Fokus-Policies/blob/main/Terms-Of-Service.md

About

PushUp App Blocker

Transform screen time into fitness time. This app locks distracting applications, requiring you to complete pushups to regain access. Track your progress and build healthier habits by turning app usage into a physical challenge.

Highlights
  • Pushup-powered app unlock
  • Camera-based pushup detection
  • Customizable pushup goals
  • Performance tracking and stats
  • Monitor app usage
  • Sleek and intuitive interface
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PushBlock - Unlock Apps with Pushups PushBlock helps you regain control over your screen time by turning your addictive apps into pushup challenges. Lock distracting apps until you complete a set of pushups and track your fitness progress, all while staying motivated to move. Key Features: Pushup-Powered App Unlock Lock addictive apps and only unlock them by completing pushups Camera-based pushup detection counts your reps automatically Customizable pushup goals for each app Performance Tracking & Stats Track daily and weekly pushup counts Monitor app usage time before and after blocks Gain insights on your progress to stay motivated Sleek & Intuitive Interface Modern, clean design for easy navigation Quick access to blocked apps and stats Effortless setup for personalized pushup challenges Motivation & Accountability Turn screen time into exercise time Visual feedback from your pushup sessions Track long-term progress to build healthy habits Completely Free All core features available at no cost No hidden fees, subscriptions, or ads Important Links: Terms of Service and Privacy Policy: https://candle-rutabaga-164.notion.site/Terms-And-Privacy-PushBlock-2c504399eca38080ab1cf0084c0719f2

Screenshots

App Block, Time limits4 screens
PushUp App Blocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PushUp App Blocker at none against App Block, Time limits's 5. PushUp App Blocker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.7K vs 3). App Block, Time limits's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, 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. App Block, Time limits sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. PushUp App Blocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

App Block, Time limits holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUp App Blocker has 1.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

App Block, Time limits ships an update every 8 days, PushUp App Blocker every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
App Block, Time limits versus PushUp App Blocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp Block, Time limitsPushUp App Blocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.7 (1.7K ratings)
Positive reviews—54.8% of reviews
Number of ratings31.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlcaeus Development ABTwo Up

Customer experience

App Block, Time limits

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PushUp App Blocker

All ratings1,516 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral12.8%
Negative32.4%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

App Block, Time limits

Subscriptions5
  • Fokus Pro - Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Flow Pro - Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Flow Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Flow Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Fokus Pro - App Blocker7 Days trial$59.991 Year
None

PushUp App Blocker

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is App Block, Time limits free?
App Block, Time limits is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushUp App Blocker free?
PushUp App Blocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, App Block, Time limits or PushUp App Blocker?
App Block, Time limits is rated higher. App Block, Time limits averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while PushUp App Blocker averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.
Do App Block, Time limits or PushUp App Blocker have ads?
App Block, Time limits shows ads; PushUp App Blocker does not.
Which is updated more often, App Block, Time limits or PushUp App Blocker?
App Block, Time limits ships an update every 8 days, and PushUp App Blocker every 3 months. Most recently, App Block, Time limits was updated on October 22, 2026 and PushUp App Blocker on October 28, 2026.

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