Comparison

HabitUnlock vs PushLock

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

Head to head
About

HabitUnlock

This app turns screen time into a reward for physical activity. Block distracting apps and earn your access back by completing various exercises, building streaks, and achieving goals. It's designed for those who need structure and want to break unhealthy digital habits.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Earn screen time through exercise
  • Track steps, push-ups, squats, and more
  • HealthKit integration for automatic step tracking
  • Deep Lock mode for maximum commitment
  • Gamified streaks and achievements
  • Widgets and Live Activities for progress tracking
Features
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A free app blocker that unlocks with movement: block 1 app or category, then walk or do push-ups to open it. No account, no ads. FREE: block an app or category behind real movement · blocking schedules (up to 8) · streak tracking with a monthly freeze. No account, no ads. HOW IT WORKS • Choose which apps or categories to block • Pick how you will earn them back: Walking, Push-Ups, or Guided Breathing • Complete the activity to unlock your apps • Build streaks and earn achievements Unlike screen time apps that just block your phone and rely on willpower, HabitUnlock turns the problem into a game. Want to scroll? Earn it first. Every unlock starts with movement — and that small shift changes everything. THE THREE WAYS TO UNLOCK • Walking — step-based, counted automatically • Push-Ups — timer-based, with live progress • Guided Breathing — a short breathing exercise when movement is not an option Three activities you will finish beat a long menu you never open. SMART BLOCKING • Block specific apps or entire categories • Up to 8 blocking schedules for focus time • Deep Lock mode for maximum commitment — no one-tap ignore • Emergency override with limited weekly uses APPLE HEALTH • Reads your step count so Walking completes on its own • Step data is processed on your device • Optional — decline it and the other activities still work BUILT FOR BRAINS THAT NEED STRUCTURE Many people who struggle with phone habits find external structure easier than willpower — and that is what HabitUnlock provides. Instead of fighting the urge to scroll, channel it: your phone becomes a reward for movement, not a source of guilt. STREAKS & ACHIEVEMENTS • Daily streaks with fire animations • Achievement badges for milestones • Share cards to show your progress WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITIES • Home screen widgets show your progress • Live Activity during activities • Dynamic Island countdown WHO IT'S FOR • Doom scrollers who want to break the cycle • Students who need to focus during exam season • People with ADHD looking for structure and accountability • Professionals who want to reclaim productive hours • Parents who want to control their own screen time PRIVACY • No ads. Your data is never sold. • Usage analytics can be turned off any time in Settings • Step data read from Apple Health is processed on your device • No account required — ever FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Is HabitUnlock free? A: Core features are free — block 1 app and set up to 3 daily habits. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited habits, unlimited blocked apps, and Deep Lock mode. Q: Which activities can I use? A: Walking, Push-Ups, and Guided Breathing. Q: Does it track my fitness data? A: HabitUnlock reads your step count from Apple Health so Walking can complete automatically. That step data is processed on your device. Q: Does it work without internet? A: Yes. Blocking, activity tracking, and unlocking work offline. Internet is only needed for subscription management. Replace mindless scrolling with movement. Build habits that stick. HABITUNLOCK PRO • Unlimited habits • Unlimited blocked apps • Deep Lock mode • Streak freezes to protect your progress • Priority support HabitUnlock Pro is an auto-renewing subscription with a 7-day free trial. The available plans and the current price in your currency are shown in the app before you confirm. Payment charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID. Privacy Policy: https://www.habbitunlock.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.habbitunlock.com/terms

About

PushLock

This app requires users to complete physical exercises, like push-ups, before granting access to selected applications. It aims to foster discipline and intentional usage by creating a tangible effort-to-access exchange.

Highlights
  • App access control via physical activity
  • Verified rep detection using pose estimation
  • Customizable unlock ratios
  • Daily streak tracking
  • Usage and activity insights
  • Focus and productivity enhancement
Features
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PushLock Earn Your Scroll. Your phone isn’t the problem. Unlimited access is. PushLock introduces one simple rule: Access follows effort. Before opening selected apps, complete a short movement set. Pushups. More coming soon. No lectures. No guilt. Just a clean exchange. How It Works 1. Choose the apps you want to control. 2. Set your unlock ratio (for example: 1 rep = 1 minute). 3. Complete verified reps using real-time pose detection. 4. Earn access. Use your time intentionally. That’s it. What Changes After You Start You move every day — even on busy days. You open social media with awareness instead of impulse. You build discipline without relying on motivation. You create friction where it matters. PushLock doesn’t block your life. It makes you earn it. Core Capabilities App Access Control Lock selected apps until movement goals are completed. Rep Verification On-device pose detection confirms real pushups or squats. Time Tracking See exactly how much usage you’ve earned and spent. Streak System Build consistency through daily movement tracking. Insight Dashboard Understand your screen habits and activity progress in one place. Designed For Students who need focus. Professionals who value productivity. People tired of losing hours to scrolling. Anyone who wants a stronger body and sharper mind. What’s Coming Next Structured movement programs. Social challenges. Apple Watch integration. A Different Relationship With Your Phone Most apps compete for your attention. PushLock protects it. You decide which apps require effort. You decide how much access you earn. You stay in control. Download PushLock. Move first. Scroll later. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS A PushLock subscription is required to access premium features. Payment is charged to your Apple Account after any free trial ends. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing cycle. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account Settings. Terms: https://pushlockapp.com/terms Privacy: https://pushlockapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

HabitUnlock4 screens
PushLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

HabitUnlock and PushLock both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of HabitUnlock's written reviews are positive against 25% of PushLock's. HabitUnlock also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription). PushLock's advantage is ratings volume (325 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. HabitUnlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and PushLock sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for HabitUnlock against 4.7 for PushLock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushLock has 325 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of HabitUnlock's written reviews are positive against 25% of PushLock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HabitUnlock ships an update every 6 days, PushLock every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HabitUnlock versus PushLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHabitUnlockPushLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings)4.7 (325 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3325 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB142 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTyrian HortonNisar Ahmad Khan

Customer experience

HabitUnlock

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PushLock

All ratings325 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative62.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HabitUnlock

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$39.991 Year
4 purchases

PushLock

Subscriptions4
  • PushLock Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
  • PushLock Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • PushLock Pro Annual Offer3 Days trial$24.991 Year
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  • PushLock Pro Annual3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is HabitUnlock free?
HabitUnlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushLock free?
PushLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HabitUnlock or PushLock?
HabitUnlock and PushLock are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 325 ratings respectively.
Do HabitUnlock or PushLock have ads?
Neither HabitUnlock nor PushLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HabitUnlock or PushLock?
HabitUnlock ships an update every 6 days, and PushLock every 10 days. Most recently, HabitUnlock was updated on October 12, 2026 and PushLock on October 14, 2026.

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