Comparison

Friction vs PushMore

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

Head to head
About

Friction

This app helps you break free from mindless scrolling by requiring you to complete quick physical challenges before accessing distracting apps. Earn scrolling time through exercise and build healthier digital habits with a privacy-first approach.

Highlights
  • Complete physical challenges to earn screen time
  • Connect to Screen Time for app control
  • Track progress and build discipline
  • Privacy-first design with on-device detection
  • Breaks impulsive scrolling loops
  • Customizable app blocking
Features
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Friction helps you stop doomscrolling by making screen time intentional. Instead of opening distracting apps automatically, Friction asks you to complete a quick challenge first. Do a few push-ups, squats, or a plank, and earn scrolling time on purpose. How it works: • Connect Screen Time and choose the apps you want to control • Complete short physical challenges to unlock access • Earn minutes based on reps and track your progress • Build better habits through small, repeatable actions Why Friction: • Breaks impulsive scrolling loops • Turns “just 5 minutes” into a conscious choice • Helps you train discipline daily, not occasionally • Clean, fast flow designed for real-world use Privacy-first by design: • Exercise detection runs on-device • We do not collect, store, or share your Screen Time data • Challenge processing stays local to your device If you’re serious about reducing mindless scrolling and reclaiming your focus, Friction is built for you. Subscription notice: • Friction uses an auto-renewable subscription to access paid features • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase • Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings If you’re serious about reducing mindless scrolling and reclaiming your focus, Friction is built for you. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

PushMore

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by introducing intentional friction before opening distracting applications. Earn access to apps through various activities like workouts or focus timers, fostering healthier digital habits and increased productivity.

Highlights
  • Earned app access through activities
  • Customizable focus timers
  • Scheduled app blocking
  • App opening and usage limits
  • Trigger-based rules with challenges
  • Allow lists for essential apps
Features
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► Cut screen time by 80% in your first week ► Reclaim up to 3 hours a day for focused study, family, work or what matters most ► 98% of strict mode users have 60% less screen time PushMore is a powerful app blocker that helps you block distracting apps, reduce screen time, and manage social media use so you can focus on what truly matters. Build healthier digital habits and make more room for life beyond your screen. Whether you want to boost productivity, unplug during your free time, or stay focused while studying, PushMore puts you in control. ► TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR SCREEN TIME Spend less time doomscrolling and more time living. PushMore helps you block distracting apps, build healthier digital habits, and make space for focused study, productive work, and meaningful downtime. Set rules that fit your day and turn the urge to scroll into a positive action. ► WHY PUSHMORE? – Block Distracting Apps: Take a break from social media, games, and other apps that pull you away from your goals. – Study Without Distractions: Keep distracting apps blocked during homework, revision, and focused learning. – Unlock with Intention: Complete a workout, try breathing exercises, or take a mindful pause before returning to your apps. – Flexible Blocking Schedules: Plan distraction-free periods around your classes, work hours, and bedtime. – App Open Limits: Choose how often you can open selected apps to reduce habitual checking. – Daily Usage Limits: Set boundaries on how much time you spend in distracting apps. – Hard Mode: Make your rules harder to undo when temptation strikes. – Keep Essentials Available: Stay connected to the apps you need while blocking the ones you want a break from. – Block Now: Start a focus session whenever you need to concentrate. – Quick Intentions: Turn goals like “study without Instagram” or “do push-ups before scrolling” into simple app-blocking rules. ► MAKE ROOM FOR WHAT MATTERS PushMore helps you create time for the things you want to do. – Study Better: Give homework, exam preparation, and learning your full attention. – Stay Productive: Spend less time checking your phone and more time making progress. – Wind Down at Night: Set boundaries around bedtime scrolling. – Move More: Turn scrolling breaks into opportunities for movement. – Pause Mindfully: Make breathing and reflection part of your digital routine. – Enjoy Your Free Time: Be more present for hobbies, family, and friends. ► MADE FOR SELF-CONTROL PushMore is built for people who want better control over their own screen time. It is not a parental monitoring app. There are no complicated family dashboards or confusing controls - just simple tools to help you stay in charge of your phone. START SMALL. PUSH MORE. Choose one distracting app. Set one rule. Take back your first few minutes of attention. With PushMore, access is no longer automatic. You earn it, choose it, and use it with intention. Explore more movement challenges, routines, and advanced screen time controls with PushMore Pro. LEGAL Terms of Use: https://sumitk.net/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://sumitk.net/privacy/

Screenshots

Friction4 screens
PushMore4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PushMore at 5.0 against Friction's 4.6. Friction's advantage is ratings volume (319 vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Friction sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and PushMore sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PushMore holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Friction has 319 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Friction ships an update every 6 days, PushMore every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Friction versus PushMore: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFrictionPushMore
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (319 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings319 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTalkUp LLCSUMIT KATARIA

Customer experience

Friction

All ratings319 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.7%

PushMore

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Friction

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly Subscription$5.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$14.991 Year
Show 5 more
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
5 purchases

PushMore

Subscriptions4
  • PushMore Weekly$7.997 Days
  • PushMore Monthly$9.991 Month
  • PushMore Yearly$29.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • PushMore Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pushmore Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is Friction free?
Friction is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PushMore free?
PushMore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Friction or PushMore?
PushMore is rated higher. Friction averages 4.6 out of 5 from 319 ratings, while PushMore averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Friction or PushMore have ads?
Neither Friction nor PushMore shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Friction or PushMore?
Friction ships an update every 6 days, and PushMore every 9 days. Most recently, Friction was updated on October 14, 2026 and PushMore on October 8, 2026.

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