Comparison

PushBlock vs Workout Locker

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

Head to head
About

PushBlock

This app blocks distracting applications until you earn back access by completing physical exercises. It uses your device's camera to count reps, turning screen time reduction into a fitness activity.

Highlights
  • Blocks distracting apps using Screen Time
  • Earn screen time by doing pushups
  • Camera counts pushup repetitions
  • Build streaks for consistent usage
  • Customizable app blocking
  • Integrates fitness with screen time reduction
Features
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The only unlock button is your body. PushBlock shields your distracting apps until you earn them back, one pushup at a time. No "tap ignore." No loopholes. If you want in, you work for it. Other blockers ask nicely, and you bypass them in two taps. PushBlock is different: it uses Apple Screen Time to make blocking real, and the only way past the shield is to put your phone down and do a pushup. Your camera counts the reps. You earn the minutes. You spend them on the apps that were eating your day. IMPOSSIBLE TO BYPASS Built on Apple's Screen Time engine. When an app is blocked, it stays blocked, until you earn time the hard way. EARN YOUR SCREEN TIME 1 pushup = 2 minutes. Your camera counts every rep in real time. Bank them into your daily pool and spend them when you choose. GET FIT WHILE YOU CUT BACK Every doomscroll urge becomes a set of pushups. Less screen time, more strength, without thinking about it. BLOCK WHAT STEALS YOUR FOCUS TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit: block everything, or pick your worst offenders. Keep the apps you actually need. BUILD A STREAK Stay under your limit and keep your streak alive. Daily quests keep you honest. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick the apps to block. 2. Try to open one, and PushBlock shields it. 3. Do pushups to earn minutes, then spend them. That's the deal. "I got ripped and lost my social media addiction." "I finally feel free from my phone." "I feel like I got my brain back." You don't quit a habit. You replace it. Download PushBlock and make your phone earn its place in your day. PushBlock requires Screen Time permission to block apps. A subscription unlocks full blocking after a free trial; terms shown in-app. Cancel anytime. If you have any ideas or questions, please email us at hello@mathroda.dev *THE APP REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Workout Locker

This app helps you build better habits by blocking distracting apps until you complete physical exercises. It uses AI and your phone's camera to verify workouts, turning screen time into earned rewards through movement and gamified challenges.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Unlock phone with exercise
  • AI fitness tracking
  • Rep counting and verification
  • Gamified fitness challenges
  • Build healthy screen habits
  • Home workouts
Features
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Stop doomscrolling and earn your screen time with movement. This AI powered fitness app blocks distracting apps until you complete real exercises like squats, planks, pushups, and bodyweight workouts, helping you build better habits, self control, focus, and consistency every day. Workout Locker turns fitness, productivity, and digital wellbeing into one powerful daily challenge. Instead of losing hours to scrolling, social media, and procrastination, use movement to unlock your phone and earn screen time through real effort. Using your camera and AI motion tracking, the app checks your workout progress, counts your reps, and unlocks your device only after you complete your chosen exercise goals. It’s a workout app, app blocker, screen time control app, and anti procrastination app all in one. FEATURES • Block distracting apps and social media • Unlock your phone with exercise and movement • AI powered fitness tracking with camera verification • Push up counter app, squat tracker, planks, and more • Gamified fitness challenges and workout rewards • Build healthy screen habits and mindful phone use • Daily workout motivation and fitness accountability • Home workout app with no equipment workouts • Bodyweight fitness app designed for busy schedules • 5 minute workout routines and quick movement sessions • Digital detox and dopamine detox support • Fitness gamification to improve discipline and consistency • Workout tracker, focus tracker, and daily momentum insights • Personalized challenges, reminders, and customization options Whether you want to reduce screen time, stop doomscrolling, improve focus, or stay active throughout the day, Workout Locker helps transform your phone from a distraction into motivation. HOW IT WORKS Choose which apps to block Select exercises like pushups, squats, planks, or movement goals Complete your workout challenge The AI checks your movement using the camera Earn unlocks and screen time rewards No more endless scrolling. No more opening social media automatically. No more procrastination loops. Workout Locker helps you replace passive screen habits with movement, intentional action, and healthy routines. PERFECT FOR • People trying to stop scrolling and reduce phone addiction • Students who need better focus and self control • Anyone building healthier habits and discipline • Users wanting a social media blocker with real accountability • Busy people who need quick workouts during the day • Fitness beginners starting with short bodyweight challenges • Anyone wanting a digital detox app that actually works USE WORKOUT LOCKER AS A: • Fitness app • Workout motivation app • App locker for iPhone • App blocker free alternative • Social media blocker • Focus lock app • Habit building app • Fitness challenge app • Digital wellbeing app • Exercise accountability app • Phone lock app • Productivity and self improvement app From pushups before Instagram to squats before TikTok, Workout Locker helps you earn your unlocks through real movement. Terms of use: https://workoutlocker.app/terms.html Privacy: https://workoutlocker.app/privacy.html

Screenshots

PushBlock4 screens
Workout Locker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Workout Locker at 48% against PushBlock's 0%. Workout Locker also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). 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. PushBlock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Workout Locker sells 10 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

Workout Locker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Workout Locker has 215 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PushBlock's written reviews are positive against 48% of Workout Locker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PushBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, Workout Locker weekly. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PushBlock versus Workout Locker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPushBlockWorkout Locker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (9 ratings)4.8 (215 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews48.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9215 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.218.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB149 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMouawia HammoKidslox inc

Customer experience

PushBlock

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Workout Locker

All ratings175 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive48.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative44.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

PushBlock

Subscriptions5
  • Pushblock Pro - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • PushBlock Pro - Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pushblock Pro - Yearly$49.991 Year
10 purchases

Workout Locker

Subscriptions10
  • Workout Locker$3.997 Days
  • Workout Locker$5.991 Month
  • Workout Locker$8.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • Workout Locker$14.991 Month
  • Workout Locker$23.991 Year
  • 1 Year Pro$24.991 Year
  • 1 Year Basic$29.991 Year
  • Workout Locker$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Pro$49.991 Year
  • Workout Locker$49.991 Year

Questions

Is PushBlock free?
PushBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Workout Locker free?
Workout Locker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PushBlock or Workout Locker?
Workout Locker is rated higher. PushBlock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Workout Locker averages 4.8 from 215 ratings.
Do PushBlock or Workout Locker have ads?
Neither PushBlock nor Workout Locker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PushBlock or Workout Locker?
PushBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Workout Locker weekly. Most recently, PushBlock was updated on November 5, 2026 and Workout Locker on November 5, 2026.

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