Comparison

PushUp App Blocker vs BlockIt

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

Head to head
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

About

BlockIt

Transform scrolling habits into physical activity. Earn screen time for your favorite apps by completing exercises like pushups, squats, or planks. Track your progress and compete with friends while building strength and focus.

Highlights
  • Native app blocking via iOS Screen Time
  • Choose from pushups, squats, or planks
  • Challenge modes: sprint and survival
  • Global leaderboard and friend challenges
  • Detailed stats on streaks and time earned
  • Unlock unlimited apps with Pro version
Features
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You scroll 4 hours a day. Your body's still waiting. BlockIt turns every scroll urge into a workout opportunity. No meditation, no "30-day detox" promises. Just a simple deal: want Instagram? Drop and give us 10. — HOW IT WORKS — You pick the apps eating your life (Insta, TikTok, YouTube, Snap…). They're locked by default. To unlock: pushups, squats, planks, burpees, jumping jacks, wall sit. Every rep = screen time you actually earned. No free scroll. No stolen dopamine. You earn every minute. — WHY IT WORKS — → Physical friction: your brain hesitates before reaching for the app → Earned reward: you turn a bad habit into a daily win → Visible results: less screen, more strength, more focus — FEATURES — • Native blocking via iOS Screen Time • Pushups, squats, planks, burpees, jumping jacks, wall sit — your choice • Challenge mode: 60s sprint, Survival mode, Flux games • Global leaderboard + friend challenges • Detailed stats: streak, time earned, progress • Gold Founder badge for early adopters — PRIVACY FIRST — 100% on-device detection. No video recorded. No data sold. Your reps stay yours. — BLOCKIT PRO — Unlimited apps, advanced exercises, deep stats, multi-exercise mode. Stop scrolling. Start earning. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://blockit.fr/mention Contact: contact@blockit.fr

Screenshots

PushUp App Blocker4 screens
BlockIt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PushUp App Blocker at none against BlockIt's 5. PushUp App Blocker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 15). BlockIt's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (65% vs 55%). On price, rating, 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. BlockIt sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. PushUp App Blocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PushUp App Blocker against 4.7 for BlockIt. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushUp App Blocker has 1.5K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of PushUp App Blocker's written reviews are positive against 65% of BlockIt's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PushUp App Blocker ships an update every 3 months, BlockIt every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PushUp App Blocker versus BlockIt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPushUp App BlockerBlockIt
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.5K ratings)4.7 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews55.5% of reviews65.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.5K — better15
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB192 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTwo UpChili Data

Customer experience

PushUp App Blocker

All ratings1,516 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews182 reviews
Positive55.5%
Neutral13.2%
Negative31.3%

BlockIt

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral11.5%
Negative23.1%

In-app purchases

None

PushUp App Blocker

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

BlockIt

Subscriptions3
  • BlockIt Pro Monthly$8.991 Month
  • BlockIt Pro Annual$49.991 Year
  • BlockIt Pro Annual3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • BlockIt Pro A Vie Promo$22.99
  • BlockIt A Vie$34.99

Questions

Is PushUp App Blocker free?
PushUp App Blocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BlockIt free?
BlockIt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PushUp App Blocker or BlockIt?
PushUp App Blocker and BlockIt are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.5K and 15 ratings respectively.
Do PushUp App Blocker or BlockIt have ads?
BlockIt shows ads; PushUp App Blocker does not.
Which is updated more often, PushUp App Blocker or BlockIt?
PushUp App Blocker ships an update every 3 months, and BlockIt every 3 days. Most recently, PushUp App Blocker was updated on October 16, 2026 and BlockIt on October 16, 2026.

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