Comparison

HabitUnlock vs PushPal

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 available as an annual auto-renewable subscription ($39.99/year, 7-day free trial). 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

PushPal

This app blocks distracting applications, requiring users to complete physical exercises to earn back screen time. It uses AI pose detection to verify reps and form, ensuring genuine effort is made before access is granted.

Highlights
  • AI pose detection for rep verification
  • Temporarily block any app
  • Earn screen time through exercise
  • Adjustable rep-to-minute ratio
  • Multiple exercise options (push-ups, squats, sit-ups)
  • Calibrates to user and environment
Features
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PushPal locks the apps that waste your time and only unlocks them when you exercise. Every rep you complete earns screen time. One push-up, one minute. AI pose detection counts your reps and checks your form, so there is no way to fake it. THE PROBLEM You have tried screen time limits. You have tried app timers. You dismissed them in seconds and went right back to scrolling. The average person spends over 4 hours a day on their phone. That is 60 full days a year lost to apps designed to keep you hooked. THE SOLUTION PushPal is the only app blocker that requires real physical effort to unlock your distractions. Not a timer. Not a breathing exercise. Not a notification you can swipe away. Actual reps, verified by AI, before you get access. HOW IT WORKS - Pick the apps that distract you most - Choose your exercise: push-ups, squats, sit-ups, and more - Tap a blocked app and start repping - Each verified rep earns one minute of screen time - Adjust the ratio anytime in settings FEATURES - AI pose detection that verifies every rep in real time - Temporarily block any app on your phone - Earn one minute per rep by default, fully adjustable - Push-ups, squats, sit-ups, with more exercises on the way - Calibrates to your body and environment each session - Behavioural analytics that track what actually matters THE SHIFT When scrolling costs effort, you stop scrolling mindlessly. Most people notice a change in the first week. Fifteen push-ups before opening TikTok makes you reconsider whether you even want it. What are you waiting for? Download PushPal and start fixing your life. By using the app you agree to the following: Terms of Use: https://www.bambooapps.xyz/pushpal/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.bambooapps.xyz/pushpal/privacy-policy

Screenshots

HabitUnlock4 screens
PushPal3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HabitUnlock at 5.0 against PushPal's 4.5. HabitUnlock also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). PushPal's advantage is ratings volume (32 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 PushPal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HabitUnlock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushPal has 32 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HabitUnlock ships an update every 5 days, PushPal every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and July 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HabitUnlock versus PushPal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHabitUnlockPushPal
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.5 (32 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings232 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTyrian Horton1001255042 ONTARIO INC.

Customer experience

HabitUnlock

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

PushPal

All ratings32 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

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
7 purchases

PushPal

Subscriptions7
  • Full Access$9.991 Month
  • Full Access$14.991 Month
  • Full Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Full Access$29.991 Year
  • Full Access$39.991 Year
  • Full Access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Full Access2 variants$59.991 Year

Questions

Is HabitUnlock free?
HabitUnlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushPal free?
PushPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HabitUnlock or PushPal?
HabitUnlock is rated higher. HabitUnlock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PushPal averages 4.5 from 32 ratings.
Do HabitUnlock or PushPal have ads?
Neither HabitUnlock nor PushPal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HabitUnlock or PushPal?
HabitUnlock ships an update every 5 days, and PushPal every 4 weeks. Most recently, HabitUnlock was updated on September 20, 2026 and PushPal on July 29, 2026.

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