Comparison

PushUpLock vs PushBlock

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

Head to head
About

PushUpLock

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
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Transform Your Morning Routine with Productive Fitness Start every day with a win. PushUpLock combines fitness motivation with productivity by locking your apps until you complete your daily push-up goal. Build a powerful exercise habit while reducing screen time and boosting your physical health while leveling up your character. How It Works: Wake up, do your pushups, unlock your day. Your selected apps stay locked until you hit your daily fitness goal. The vision-powered camera automatically counts every rep with precision—no manual tracking needed. Alternatively, you can choose the floor detection method which is easier to use and more reliable. KEY FEATURES: Smart Push-Up Detection Advanced pose recognition technology accurately counts your push-ups in real-time. No wearables or equipment required—just your phone's camera. App Lock & Unlock System Block distracting apps like social media, games, and entertainment until you complete your morning workout. Seamless Screen Time integration keeps you accountable. Progress Tracking & Analytics Monitor your fitness journey with detailed stats, streaks, and performance graphs. Watch your strength improve day by day. Achievement Ranks, Aura, & Levels Earn ranks and unlock achievements as you build your push-up habit. Compete with yourself and celebrate milestones. Earn aura and a visual upgrade by maintaining streaks. Customizable Daily Goals Set your own push-up target from beginner-friendly goals to advanced fitness challenges. Adjust anytime to match your fitness level. Voice Command Support Hands-free control during your workout. Voice counting keeps you motivated and engaged. Flexible Lock Schedule Choose when your apps lock—midnight or a custom time that fits your routine. Perfect for morning routines or evening resets. Smart Notifications Daily reminders keep your workout habit on track. Never miss a day. Perfect For: Building a consistent morning workout routine Reducing phone addiction and screen time Developing discipline and willpower Improving upper body strength Starting a fitness journey Increasing productivity through physical activity Creating healthy daily habits Calisthenics body weight workouts Why Push-Ups? Push-ups are the ultimate bodyweight exercise—requiring no equipment, taking minimal time, and delivering maximum results. They build chest, arms, shoulders, and core strength while boosting energy and metabolism for the entire day. Privacy & Security Your workout data stays on your device. No personal information required. Family Sharing supported. Start Your Transformation Join thousands building stronger bodies and better habits. Download PushUpLock and turn your morning push-ups into an unstoppable daily ritual. Terms of Service: https://www.notion.so/Terms-of-Service-2aae3b95d73180ffba17f4d2bb58a5c7

About

PushBlock

This app blocks distracting applications until you earn back access by completing physical exercises. It uses your device's camera to count reps, turning screen time reduction into a fitness activity.

Highlights
  • Blocks distracting apps using Screen Time
  • Earn screen time by doing pushups
  • Camera counts pushup repetitions
  • Build streaks for consistent usage
  • Customizable app blocking
  • Integrates fitness with screen time reduction
Features
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The only unlock button is your body. PushBlock shields your distracting apps until you earn them back, one pushup at a time. No "tap ignore." No loopholes. If you want in, you work for it. Other blockers ask nicely, and you bypass them in two taps. PushBlock is different: it uses Apple Screen Time to make blocking real, and the only way past the shield is to put your phone down and do a pushup. Your camera counts the reps. You earn the minutes. You spend them on the apps that were eating your day. IMPOSSIBLE TO BYPASS Built on Apple's Screen Time engine. When an app is blocked, it stays blocked, until you earn time the hard way. EARN YOUR SCREEN TIME 1 pushup = 2 minutes. Your camera counts every rep in real time. Bank them into your daily pool and spend them when you choose. GET FIT WHILE YOU CUT BACK Every doomscroll urge becomes a set of pushups. Less screen time, more strength, without thinking about it. BLOCK WHAT STEALS YOUR FOCUS TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit: block everything, or pick your worst offenders. Keep the apps you actually need. BUILD A STREAK Stay under your limit and keep your streak alive. Daily quests keep you honest. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick the apps to block. 2. Try to open one, and PushBlock shields it. 3. Do pushups to earn minutes, then spend them. That's the deal. "I got ripped and lost my social media addiction." "I finally feel free from my phone." "I feel like I got my brain back." You don't quit a habit. You replace it. Download PushBlock and make your phone earn its place in your day. PushBlock requires Screen Time permission to block apps. A subscription unlocks full blocking after a free trial; terms shown in-app. Cancel anytime. If you have any ideas or questions, please email us at hello@mathroda.dev *THE APP REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PushUpLock3 screens
PushBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PushUpLock at 86% against PushBlock's 0%. PushUpLock also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 9). PushBlock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. PushUpLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and PushBlock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PushUpLock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUpLock has 1.3K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of PushUpLock's written reviews are positive against 0% of PushBlock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PushUpLock ships an update every 2 weeks, PushBlock every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PushUpLock versus PushBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPushUpLockPushBlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.3K ratings) — better4.4 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better9
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid KoontzMouawia Hammo

Customer experience

PushUpLock

All ratings1,100 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral3.5%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral8.2%
Negative6.1%

PushBlock

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

PushUpLock

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly7 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Annual7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
5 purchases

PushBlock

Subscriptions5
  • Pushblock Pro - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is PushUpLock free?
PushUpLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushBlock free?
PushBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PushUpLock or PushBlock?
PushUpLock is rated higher. PushUpLock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while PushBlock averages 4.4 from 9 ratings.
Do PushUpLock or PushBlock have ads?
PushUpLock shows ads; PushBlock does not.
Which is updated more often, PushUpLock or PushBlock?
PushUpLock ships an update every 2 weeks, and PushBlock every 3 weeks. Most recently, PushUpLock was updated on November 5, 2026 and PushBlock on November 5, 2026.

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