# PushLock vs PushUp Time

The clearest difference is rating: PushLock at 4.8 against PushUp Time's 3.6. PushLock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (322 vs 7). PushUp Time's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and review sentiment (50% vs 29%). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PushLock sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and PushUp Time sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PushLock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PushLock has 322 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of PushLock's written reviews are positive against 50% of PushUp Time's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PushLock ships an update every 3 weeks, PushUp Time weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PushLock | PushUp Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (322 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushlock-unlock-apps/id6759091105/reviews)** | [3.6 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6760923318/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **322** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 122 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sander Heggestad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876038939) | [An Tran](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547763848) |

## What reviewers say

### PushLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushlock-unlock-apps/id6759091105)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PushLock Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PushLock Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PushLock Pro Annual Offer | $24.99 | per year |
| PushLock Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |


### PushUp Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushup-time-app-blocker/id6760923318)

This app helps you reduce screen time by requiring you to exercise to unlock access to distracting applications. It uses your phone's camera to automatically count reps for exercises like push-ups, squats, planks, and sit-ups. Earn back minutes of screen time by completing workouts and build healthier habits.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, AI-powered exercise detection, Automatic rep counting via camera, Earn screen time by exercising, Real-time form checking, Progress tracking and summaries, Customizable reward rates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PushLock free?

PushLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PushUp Time free?

PushUp Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PushLock or PushUp Time?

PushLock is rated higher. PushLock averages 4.8 out of 5 from 322 ratings, while PushUp Time averages 3.6 from 7 ratings.

### Do PushLock or PushUp Time have ads?

PushUp Time shows ads; PushLock does not.

### Which is updated more often, PushLock or PushUp Time?

PushLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and PushUp Time weekly. Most recently, PushLock was updated on October 2, 2026 and PushUp Time on October 1, 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.*