Forge blocks distracting apps and requires users to perform physical exercises, like squats, to earn screen time. The app uses the camera to count repetitions and offers customizable rules, leaderboards, and a freemium model. It's designed for users wanting to balance device use with fitness.
Forge sits in PulseGate's Health & fitness category. Encourages healthier habits by requiring exercise to unlock screen time for distracting apps. It is built as a consumer product for individuals seeking to reduce screen time and increase physical activity. There is a free tier, and paid plans start at $10. The product ships for iOS.
It is developed by Taoufik Jabbari (United States), and the product first shipped in 2026. PulseGate's similarity index finds few close equivalents — Forge occupies a relatively distinct niche. Key capabilities include app blocking, exercise unlocks, and camera squat counter.
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Forge: Earn Screen Time discovered by the PulseGate indexer
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