Comparison

RepLock vs PlankCoach

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

Head to head
About

RepLock

This app blocks distracting applications, requiring users to complete push-ups to earn screen time. It connects physical activity with phone usage, encouraging less passive scrolling and more movement for a healthier digital relationship.

Highlights
  • Unlock apps with push-ups
  • Built-in pose detection
  • Anti-cheat movement verification
  • Block distracting apps
  • Set screen time limits
  • Automatic enforcement
Features
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RepLock, 1 push-up = 1 minute of app access. Exercise to unlock your apps. RepLock is a screen time control app that blocks distracting apps until you complete a short exercise. Instead of relying on willpower or timers, RepLock introduces a simple rule: If you want screen time, you earn it. Before opening selected apps, complete a few push-ups. 1 push-up = 1 minute of app access. This turns passive scrolling into physical action. How RepLock works • Choose the apps you want to limit • RepLock blocks them • Do push-ups to unlock them • Earn screen time through movement No complicated systems. Just a clear rule. Key Features Exercise Unlock • Unlock apps with push-ups • Built-in pose detection using your camera • Anti-cheat movement verification App Blocking • Block distracting apps like TikTok or Instagram • Set screen time limits • Automatic enforcement before opening apps Why RepLock exists Scrolling requires almost no effort. Movement requires real effort. RepLock connects the two. The result: Less scrolling. More movement. A healthier relationship with your phone. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Privacy-Policy-RepLock-3214a655d89e80fd8dd4c94e1b918b04

About

PlankCoach

Features
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PlankCoach is not just another app blocker. It blocks the apps that pull you in — and makes you earn your screen time back with real planks. When you reach for a blocked app, PlankCoach locks it behind a shield. To unlock time, you hold a plank while AI judges your form in real time through your camera. If your hips go too high, too low, or your body line breaks, PlankCoach warns you immediately. Bad form does not earn time. Only real planks count. Real form. Real effort. A stronger core — and screen time you actually earned. How it works: 1. Choose the apps you want to block. 2. When you open one, it stays locked until you have balance. 3. Place your phone horizontally near the floor so your full body fits in the frame, and hold a plank. 4. PlankCoach checks your form with visual and voice feedback and turns honest plank time into app-time balance. 5. Spend that balance on your blocked apps — up to your daily limit. Unused balance never expires (Pro). Why PlankCoach is different: - Most blockers rely on willpower or a tap-to-ignore button. PlankCoach makes the price of screen time real, physical effort. - AI form detection keeps you honest — no fake planks, no padded numbers. - You break the doomscrolling habit while building a stronger, more defined core. - Hard Mode adds a commitment lock, so you can't bail the moment it gets hard. What you can do with PlankCoach: - Block distracting apps with Screen Time and unlock them by planking - Real-time AI plank form checks using your camera - Visual and voice alerts the moment your form slips - Earn app-time balance for honest planks and spend it on blocked apps - Your balance never expires — unused minutes keep stacking up (Pro) - Set your own daily usage limit (30–180 min) - Hard Mode: a commitment lock that prevents turning blocking off instantly - Block streak: see how many days in a row you've stayed on track - Front, side, and reverse planks (side and reverse are Pro) - Set menus that combine plank and rest intervals (Pro) - Progress tracking: an achievement calendar, total and longest plank, and core-level progression - Weekly app-usage insights - Share your results - Move your data to a new device with a transfer code (Pro) Free and Pro: - Free lets you block up to 3 apps and earn your screen time with front planks, including Hard Mode and progress history. - PlankCoach Pro unlocks blocking up to 50 apps plus entire categories, side and reverse planks, set menus, a balance that never expires, and device transfer. About PlankCoach Pro: - Monthly and yearly plans are auto-renewing subscriptions. - The lifetime plan is a one-time purchase and does not renew automatically. - Fees will be charged based on the amount shown on the purchase confirmation screen. - Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase. - Refunds are handled according to Apple's refund policy. Privacy Policy: https://plankcoach.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://plankcoach.com/terms/

Screenshots

RepLock4 screens
PlankCoach4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PlankCoach at every 3 days against RepLock's every 2 weeks. RepLock's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. RepLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and PlankCoach sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RepLock ships an update every 2 weeks, PlankCoach every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RepLock versus PlankCoach: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRepLockPlankCoach
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB91 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLena Pouahakomei kinjo

In-app purchases

3 purchases

RepLock

Subscriptions3
  • RepLock Monthly$6.991 Month
  • RepLock Yearly Offer$17.991 Year
  • RepLock Yearly$29.991 Year
3 purchases

PlankCoach

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • PlankCoach Pro Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is RepLock free?
RepLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlankCoach free?
PlankCoach is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RepLock or PlankCoach have ads?
Neither RepLock nor PlankCoach shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RepLock or PlankCoach?
RepLock ships an update every 2 weeks, and PlankCoach every 3 days. Most recently, RepLock was updated on September 17, 2026 and PlankCoach on September 9, 2026.

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