# PushUpLock vs PushBlock

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | PushUpLock | PushBlock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushuplock-push-up-blocker/id6753698904/reviews)** | [4.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushblock-pushup-app-blocker/id6762339057/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **85.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 104 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18** | 26.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Koontz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824267753) | [Mouawia Hammo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810563665) |

## 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 |


### PushBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushblock-pushup-app-blocker/id6762339057)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pushblock Pro - Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| PushBlock Pro - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Pushblock Pro - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PushBlock Pro - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Pushblock Pro - Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


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