Comparison

PushUp Time vs ActionLock

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

Head to head
About

PushUp Time

Transform screen time into workout time by doing exercises to unlock distracting apps. On-device AI accurately counts your reps for push-ups, squats, and sit-ups. Choose your unlock duration and make mindless scrolling a thing of the past.

Highlights
  • AI rep counting on-device
  • Block distracting apps
  • Customizable unlock windows
  • Unlock single or multiple apps
  • Offline functionality
  • Supports push-ups, squats, sit-ups
Features
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Turn screen time into workout time. Do push-ups, squats, or sit-ups to unlock distracting apps. On-device AI counts your reps. HOW IT WORKS Try opening TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or X -> You'll need to do reps first -> Finish your set -> Get timed access (15-120 minutes). Transform mindless scrolling into active movement. FEATURES - AI counts your reps on-device – Push-ups, squats, sit-ups - Block the apps that distract you most - Choose your unlock window – 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes - Unlock one app or all at once - No internet needed - Works on iPhone and iPad BUILD BETTER HABITS Every time you reach for social media, you'll do something good for your body instead. Great for anyone trying to cut down on phone time while staying active. PREMIUM PLANS Monthly: $12.99/month Yearly: $29.99/year Auto-renews unless you cancel 24+ hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. QUESTIONS? Email us: support@pushuptimeapp.com Terms: https://pushuptimeweb.vercel.app/terms Privacy: https://pushuptimeweb.vercel.app/privacy EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ActionLock

Transform screen time into workout time by completing exercises to unlock distracting apps. Earn XP for every rep, level up your character, and build healthy habits while staying focused.

Highlights
  • Smart app blocking
  • AI rep counting
  • Gamified fitness progression
  • Flexible screen time limits
  • Detailed exercise stats
  • Private, on-device processing
Features
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ActionLock is the ultimate app lock and digital detox tool that helps you stop scrolling, turn screen time into workout time, and make every rep part of a progression game. Instead of opening TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube and falling into endless scrolling, ActionLock gives you a healthier choice: complete a quick set of push-ups or squats to bypass the app block. You can also exercise anytime without unlocking an app! Every rep earns XP to level up your character, complete daily quests, build streaks, collect badges, and unlock new skins. HOW ACTIONLOCK WORKS - Choose your most distracting apps and secure them with our smart app lock. - Hit your screen time limit and try to open a blocked app. - Complete a quick set of push-ups, squats, sit-ups or lunges. - Earn 15 to 120 minutes of access, plus XP to level up! Every unlock becomes a small fitness win. Every urge to scroll becomes a chance to move your body, reset your focus, and build a better habit. PREMIUM FEATURES: - SMART APP BLOCK: Block social media, entertainment, and other distracting apps. Put TikTok, Instagram, X, or any selected app behind a fitness challenge. - AI REP COUNTING: ActionLock automatically counts reps using on-device movement analysis. Exercise hands-free without tapping the screen. - LEVELS & DAILY QUESTS: Watch your character level up as you complete daily quests. Earn XP, unlock achievements, and turn every workout into visible progress. - FLEXIBLE SCREEN TIME LIMITS: Choose how much app time you earn after a set. Unlock access for 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes based on your goals. - DETAILED STATS: Track your daily, weekly, and lifetime exercise progress. - PRIVATE & ON-DEVICE: Your exercise detection is processed directly on your device. No workout videos are uploaded. A paid subscription is required to access ActionLock’s Premium features. PERFECT FOR: - Social media users who want to stop scrolling and reclaim their time. - Anyone building a digital detox or dopamine detox routine. - Professionals and students looking for the best productivity apps to maintain focus. - Users looking for a stricter app lock or screen time limit app blocker. - Anyone who wants more daily movement without a gym. GET FIT. STAY FOCUSED. BREAK THE SCROLL. Download ActionLock and start trading mindless scrolling for meaningful movement. Questions? Contact Us: team@actionlock.app Terms: https://www.actionlock.app/legal/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.actionlock.app/legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PushUp Time3 screens
ActionLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ActionLock at 100% against PushUp Time's 45%. PushUp Time's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (12K vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. PushUp Time sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and ActionLock sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PushUp Time holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUp Time has 12K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of PushUp Time's written reviews are positive against 100% of ActionLock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PushUp Time ships an update weekly, ActionLock every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
PushUp Time versus ActionLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPushUp TimeActionLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12K ratings) — better3.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews44.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12K — better4
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 8 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1716 — better
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB97 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMutasim IbrahimDung Nguyen

Customer experience

PushUp Time

All ratings11,548 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral3.2%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews473 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative51.4%

ActionLock

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

PushUp Time

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App stuck in a loop
  • Endless login loop
  • App doesn't work as advertised

Requested features

1 request
  • Make the app free to download

ActionLock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

PushUp Time

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Yearly Limited Time Offer$14.991 Year
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  • Monthly Premium$14.991 Month
  • Yearly$24.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly+$59.991 Year
4 purchases

ActionLock

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium$24.991 Year
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  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is PushUp Time free?
PushUp Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ActionLock free?
ActionLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PushUp Time or ActionLock?
PushUp Time is rated higher. PushUp Time averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while ActionLock averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.
Do PushUp Time or ActionLock have ads?
Both PushUp Time and ActionLock show ads.
Which is updated more often, PushUp Time or ActionLock?
PushUp Time ships an update weekly, and ActionLock every 8 days. Most recently, PushUp Time was updated on October 24, 2026 and ActionLock on October 24, 2026.

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