# PushUpLock vs PushUp Time

The clearest difference is rating: PushUpLock at 4.7 against PushUp Time's 3.9. PushUpLock also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 50%) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 14). PushUp Time's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PushUpLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and PushUp Time sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PushUpLock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUpLock has 1.3K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of PushUpLock's written reviews are positive against 50% of PushUp Time's.

PushUpLock ships an update every 2 weeks, PushUp Time weekly. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PushUpLock | PushUp Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushuplock-push-up-blocker/id6753698904/reviews)** | [3.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6760923318/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **84.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 104 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Koontz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824267753) | [An Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547763848) |

## What reviewers say

### PushUpLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushuplock-push-up-blocker/id6753698904)

This app locks your phone's apps until you complete a set number of push-ups, tracked automatically by your phone's camera. Build fitness habits, reduce screen time, and improve physical health while unlocking your device.

**Highlights:** Automatic push-up counting via camera, App lock until fitness goal is met, Progress tracking and analytics, Achievement ranks and leveling system, Customizable daily push-up goals, Voice command support

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### PushUp Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6760923318)

This app helps you reduce screen time by requiring you to exercise to unlock access to distracting applications. It uses your phone's camera to automatically count reps for exercises like push-ups, squats, planks, and sit-ups. Earn back minutes of screen time by completing workouts and build healthier habits.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, AI-powered exercise detection, Automatic rep counting via camera, Earn screen time by exercising, Real-time form checking, Progress tracking and summaries, Customizable reward rates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly Offer | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PushUpLock free?

PushUpLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PushUp Time free?

PushUp Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PushUpLock or PushUp Time?

PushUpLock is rated higher. PushUpLock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while PushUp Time averages 3.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do PushUpLock or PushUp Time have ads?

Both PushUpLock and PushUp Time show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PushUpLock or PushUp Time?

PushUpLock ships an update every 2 weeks, and PushUp Time weekly. Most recently, PushUpLock was updated on November 9, 2026 and PushUp Time on November 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*