Same idea, different focus
If you've used Alarmy, you already know the principle: an alarm that makes you complete a task before it stops. It's a well-known app, and plenty of people wake up with it every day. PushClock is built on the same principle, with a particular focus on proving you actually did the thing.
This page describes what PushClock does so you can compare it against whatever you're using now. Apps change quickly, so check each app's store listing for its current features and pricing.
What PushClock offers
| Feature | How it works in PushClock |
|---|---|
| Exercise missions | Push-ups, squats, sit-ups, jumping jacks, high knees, planks and squat holds, counted rep by rep by your camera with on-device pose tracking. Form is validated, so partial reps don't count. |
| Photo missions | Make your bed, touch grass, sky photo, object hunt, pet hunt and custom targets, verified automatically by AI. Photos are discarded after the check. |
| Brain games | Math, memory, guess the flag, language quiz, tongue twisters and Bible verse, with adjustable difficulty. |
| No snooze | Mission alarms have no snooze button and ring again if you leave the mission. A separate Normal Alarm type is available when you want a regular alarm. |
| Accountability | Streaks, wake-time history, and Wake Squads: private groups where friends see who got up, with leaderboards. |
| Sleep | A seven-day sleep summary read from Apple Health (iPhone) or Health Connect (Android). |
| Ads | No third-party ads inside the app. |
| Platforms | iOS 26 or later; Android 12 or later. |
| Price | Free to download; a subscription is required to set alarms. Current pricing is shown in the app. |
Who PushClock suits best
- You want exercise to be the alarm. The push-up alarm is PushClock's signature mission, and rep counting is done by the camera rather than on trust.
- You've learned to game your current alarm. Shaking the phone lazily or tapping through a task half asleep is harder when the mission is verified.
- You want friends involved. Wake Squads add social accountability on top of the alarm itself.
- You care about camera privacy. Exercise tracking never leaves your phone, and verification photos aren't stored. See the Privacy Policy.
When another app may be a better fit
To be straightforward: PushClock needs a recent phone (iOS 26 or Android 12 and up), and it requires a subscription to set alarms. There's no free tier. If you're on an older device or want a free, ad-supported alarm, another app will suit you better.
Switching is simple
Install PushClock, recreate your alarm times, and choose a mission for each. It's sensible to keep your old alarm as a backup for the first couple of mornings while you find a mission and difficulty that works. Most people start with a small target (five push-ups or three math problems) and build from there. If you're a very deep sleeper, read our guide to alarm clocks for heavy sleepers first.
Alarmy is a trademark of its respective owner. PushClock is not affiliated with or endorsed by Alarmy.