ActionLock vs PushMore
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ActionLock
Transform screen time into workout time with this app lock. Instead of scrolling, complete quick exercises to unlock access to distracting apps and earn rewards. It's a unique way to build healthier habits and increase daily movement.
- Smart app blocking
- Exercise to unlock apps
- AI rep counting
- Gamified progression
- Flexible screen time limits
- Detailed exercise stats
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ActionLock is the ultimate app lock and digital detox tool that helps you stop scrolling, turn screen time into workout time, and make every rep part of a progression game. Instead of opening TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube and falling into endless scrolling, ActionLock gives you a healthier choice: complete a quick set of push-ups or squats to bypass the app block. You can also exercise anytime without unlocking an app! Every rep earns XP to level up your character, complete daily quests, build streaks, collect badges, and unlock new skins. HOW ACTIONLOCK WORKS - Choose your most distracting apps and secure them with our smart app lock. - Hit your screen time limit and try to open a blocked app. - Complete a quick set of push-ups, squats, sit-ups or lunges. - Earn 15 to 120 minutes of access, plus XP to level up! Every unlock becomes a small fitness win. Every urge to scroll becomes a chance to move your body, reset your focus, and build a better habit. PREMIUM FEATURES: - SMART APP BLOCK: Block social media, entertainment, and other distracting apps. Put TikTok, Instagram, X, or any selected app behind a fitness challenge. - AI REP COUNTING: ActionLock automatically counts reps using on-device movement analysis. Exercise hands-free without tapping the screen. - LEVELS & DAILY QUESTS: Watch your character level up as you complete daily quests. Earn XP, unlock achievements, and turn every workout into visible progress. - FLEXIBLE SCREEN TIME LIMITS: Choose how much app time you earn after a set. Unlock access for 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes based on your goals. - DETAILED STATS: Track your daily, weekly, and lifetime exercise progress. - PRIVATE & ON-DEVICE: Your exercise detection is processed directly on your device. No workout videos are uploaded. A paid subscription is required to access ActionLock’s Premium features. PERFECT FOR: - Social media users who want to stop scrolling and reclaim their time. - Anyone building a digital detox or dopamine detox routine. - Professionals and students looking for the best productivity apps to maintain focus. - Users looking for a stricter app lock or screen time limit app blocker. - Anyone who wants more daily movement without a gym. GET FIT. STAY FOCUSED. BREAK THE SCROLL. Download ActionLock and start trading mindless scrolling for meaningful movement. Questions? Contact Us: team@actionlock.app Terms: https://www.actionlock.app/legal/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.actionlock.app/legal/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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.
- 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
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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/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PushMore at 4.6 against ActionLock's 3.0. PushMore also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (16 vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. ActionLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 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.
PushMore holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 16 respectively.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ActionLock | PushMore |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (4 ratings) | 4.6 (16 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dung Nguyen | SUMIT KATARIA |
Customer experience
ActionLock
PushMore
In-app purchases
ActionLock
- Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
- Yearly Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Yearly Premium3 Days trial2 variants$24.991 Year
PushMore
- PushMore Weekly$7.997 Days
- PushMore Monthly$9.991 Month
- PushMore Yearly$29.991 Year
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- PushMore Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
- Pushmore Lifetime$69.99







