Top 10 Indoor Cycling Apps For 2022
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Here are my top 10 indoor cycling apps to try out for 2022. All the app mentioned here are smart apps. Meaning, they support and interact with smart trainers or smart bikes. So they do ERG mode, sim mode or a combination of both.
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0:00 Intro
1:21 Bkool
3:12 Kinomap
5:08 FulGaz
6:42 Rouvy
8:13 RGT Cycling
10:31 Xert
12:10 TrainerDay
13:46 Wahoo SYSTM
15:10 Zwift
16:38 TrainerRoad
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@@SmartBikeTrainers I was going to ask the same question!!
To quote Pulp Fiction: "Did you just order a $29 t-shirt? That's cotton with some graphics on it, right? And that's $29?" They obviously know their target audience. Elitists who will overspend on anything related to cycling. No thank you.
Trainerday Vs Trainerroad- 4 bucks versus 20 per month with very little difference.I know where I am going.
@@shepshape2585 Well aren't you a happy pleasant soul~ so good of you to spread that cheer.It's obviously a way to support this guy's channel which you JUST watched.
Great video, I needed this comprehensive recap of what has changed. I'm just about to choose my "go to indoor cycling app", so this overview helped a lot, thanks!
Didn’t know there were so many training apps out there and moderately priced.
Definitely take a look during off season, thanks for the info!
I like how my RGT ride almost matched my effort IRL.. impressed with it..
Great video and well presented Info. Really appreciate you taking the time to do this. Thanks!!!
thank you for putting this together, I was living in a 'Zwift only' world
the triathlon training plans in systm is a huuuuuge game changer to me. the only ultimate upgrade missing is the capacity to link the workouts with my garmin for the swim and runs!
That would be a nice feature to have. Thanks for your feedback on the triathlon plan. Good luck on your next race 👍🏼
Thanks for this! I got into cycling last year and I started with TrainerRoad. 10 months I’m I’m very pleased with my progress, from gamer to graveler I started with an FTP of 64 and have more than doubled it to 154.
That’s solid progress 💪🏼
Thanks to you I discovered (and subscribed to) Trainer Day!
Thanks so much for posting! Excellent video all round. You've helped me loads to decide what sort of indoor cycler I am. Great info 👍
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks watching 🙏🏼
I’ve used Zwift, RGT, and TrainerRoad. I definitely prefer TrainerRoad. I always like structure and it fits how I like to train.
Thanks for all the videos you do. You’re very informative and it’s appreciated.
Glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching!
Thank you! Very informative as always. Cheers
Glad you found it informative. Thanks for watching!
A really helpful review - thank you!
Super helpful. Thanks for putting this together. 🇨🇦👋🏼
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Thanks for the video. TrainerDay seems exactly what I have been looking for. I just want to be able to create custom interval workouts and have the app control my Kickr in ERG mode and not pay through the nose for it.
Hello Anssi, we hope to exceed all your expectations. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything.
Must agree, trainerday and intervals class inexpensive options that you can bring with you to an event for warmups etc.i love TD and intervals.
great condensed summary! thank you. I use zwift and like it but am sending this video to my daughter who is trying to decide which app to use 👍🏼
Thank you for sharing the video with your daughter. Hopefully it will help her out decide on the next app. Thanks for watching!
Tome su like, solo por haber incluido subtítulos en Español 👍🏻
Great Info here. I'm new at indoor training and you did a great job helping me to choose the right app for my training. Thanks!
Glad you found this video helpful. Thanks for watching !
Good info! Sent this to some friends that are looking into taking it online. Also learned some new things myself. Many thanks!
Glad you found this video helpful and thank you for sharing with your friends 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Excellent video. Thanks for breaking it all down so clearly.
Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for so much information!!
There are apps I never heard of. Great vid and info. Cheers mate
Excellent presentation, now I know which application to choose. Thank you!!!
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Thanks for this! I’m rotating through the different apps. So far I’m liking Zwift, but that has a lot to do with the Strava challenges and easy integration.
Those challenges are fun. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Just bought a Wahoo Kickr so this video is perfectly timed. Already signed up for Zwift but will also try out some of these other options. Also amazing how much better the Wahoo is compared to the fan trainers we had back the 80s!!!
Yes, trainers these days are way better than the old ones. Enjoy your new KICKR
Chris what app did you decide on? i want to mooch off your research.
yeah I'd be curious to know what you went with as well.
I'm trialing Rouvy right now and it's not bad. I have a Tacx Neo 2T and I've used the Tacx app the most just because it comes in at $10/mo. Zwift is a complete disaster and I wouldn't recommend that crap to anyone. For $15/mo that app has WAAAAY too many flaws/bugs. I haven't used it in over a year so I dunno if they've improved it. But the thing that drove me crazy was if I had a designated hour to ride, i would select a 15.xx mile ride which I should easily be able to do in an hour... 17... 18... 20... or more miles later, I still hadn't completed the course. There's no indicator of distance remaining or time remaining... so you're just left pedaling wondering if and when you'll complete the course. Most of the time I'd have to just stop the ride and not complete the course/route because of time constraints. Plus, I also hated that you had to start a ride in order to access the garage. Those are things I would overlook if it were $5-$10 a month... but at $15 a month that's unacceptable. Not to mention the constant drops of my trainer and HR monitor in the middle of a ride... or when the app would freeze and I'd lose my activity. Haven't had that problem with the Tacx app and so far no issues with the Rouvy app. I do like the Tacx app in that I can upload a GPX file of a real outdoor ride I've done and my trainer will simulate the hills etc. Obviously there's no First Person graphics with that and you're basically following GPS on a map, which is fine if I want to watch football or a movie or something else to distract me from the fact that i'm riding indoors.
Ty!! Cool video! U have a new subscriptor
Fantastic info thanks!
Great review! Thanks!
Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Thank you. Great video.
High Quality Video there! Thx!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Great review!
I just love your channel bro.
Great video, well presented informations. Thanks!
Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Excellent Reviews! RGT, as well as being so realistic (less gamy) has an amazing community feel and the support is superb.
What you've said was true.. been riding at RGT for more than a year and never think to try different platform.. i witnessed how this platform gained numbers of riders.. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
You can find a more detailed look at the RGT app in this video -
The New RGT Cycling One App
th-cam.com/video/sRy0vW30lWM/w-d-xo.html
Thanks a ton for this video. Very well made and informative!
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching!
thanks was looking for something super simple like trainerday
Great video, many apps I have never heard of, i will spend next winter going though the free trial if each
That’s a great way to find the one that you like the most. Enjoy!
I am one of the few who struggles with Zwift’s 90s video game graphics and I still play video games. I love FULGAZ stunning videos. I just love the views while riding indoor
Congrats nice video and personal idea on Platforms
Merci merci 👍
Thank you for watching!
Very nice. Didn't know there were so many options.
Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Thank you for a comprehensive and knowledgeable run through the current crop of cycling apps.
Thanks very helpful.
Thanks for this excellent review of the major indoor training programs. Very helpful.
Glad you found it helpful. Thank you for watching!
Very helpful tips. Many thanks
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼
Thanks for the insight
Very nice information ! 👍
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for your serious sharing.
Thank you so much for this nice video.
Glad you found it helpful. Thank you for watching 🙏🏼
Tacx training mérite d’être dans le top10 à mon avis. C’est du lourd depuis que cela appartient à Garmin. Merci pour la vidéo.
Great video! However, I miss information about compatibility with Apple Fitness (health) and Googles equivalent 👍🏽
Looking forward to the 2023 version!
Thanks a lot for this! Great and very informative as usual. Appreciate a lot your videos. keep em coming. Whats your experience with TD? Greetings
It’s a solid app for someone looking for flexibility and the ability to just import workouts and control their trainer in ERG. Their training plans are new and worth looking into as well and use as a guide. Definitely worth checking out.
@@SmartBikeTrainers Thx for the reply. I checked the app yesterday and it worked flawlessly! It’s simple and straightforward to use. I will definitely try a few more times.. I'm still checking what app i will use in 2022 and since my WO's are written on TP, all I need is an app to just import the WO's and to control the trainer "if on ERG". Unfortunately the new SYSTM doesn’t have this feature. TR is great and expensive. And Zwift is great too but I stopped using it a while ago because i personally don’t need that social/community feature while I’m training. I already tried all of the others apps you mentioned but i didn’t like them so much. Another possibility is to use my element bolt v2 to do the job.. no subscription needed and i think it would also work flawlessly controlling the KICKR. Or what do you think? Thx again for helping us all with your reviews. Cheers
The ELEMNT is great for ERG workouts with the kickr. You will only be missing the larger screen and easy access to adjusting intensity and power match if that’s something you use.
@@EstefanGerheim Hi, so you can use our WOD feature and just use your calendar inside our app, and that way you don't have to importan anything. Not sure if that was clear. Good luck.
@@TrainerDay Thanks for the reply. I'm testing the app this month and everything works well so far. Very easy to use. Thank you.
Any chance for a comparison of PC graphics performance? Like Zwift, it's not so great with a high end system if you have an AMD graphics card, but with an Nvidia card it's much better. Would love to know how these apps compare at, say, max/ultra settings on a given PC. Guess I can just load them up and test myself. 😜
Hey mate I'm getting a set of good cond 2nd hand rollers, Tacz Atreterez, as you would know they're "dumb" so I'm getting speed/cadence sensors. But its so confusing how this all works, are different brands of BLE sensors compatible with different brand apps, or is the firmware proprietary. Can you just connect the sensors to the apps or do you need a cycling computer/intermediary, and since im using rollers, i wont be able to simulate up & down because there's no or little resistance, unless i let air out of my tyres. I don't really care so much for the social aspect, i just want to be able to work out when its raining or its night & I'm bored, work on my speed & cadence, & port my workouts to strava. I'm going for the rollers over a trainer because i have a good deal, but also I've read that its a good way to improve balance, & of course pedal stroke, & balance is important because if I'm not on my road bike I'm on my downhill bike. The other reason for a roller is that i don't have to have a separate wheel with a special trainer tire to put on & remove every time i want to use my road bike to train, which also happens to be my daily commuter, there's tyres like Michelin Sport something or other that can do both. Also which apps work for both indoor & outdoor riding? Sorry so many questions but it's a workout just trying to find the answers haha!
That t-shirt! ❤
I have a bicycle, Ipad and fluid trainer. I just want to have fun and have immersion while riding my bike indoors. What would you suggest for accomplishing that? I'm willing to purchase a smart trainer if that is essential. PS I have a Campy Ten-speed cassette. Can modern trainers accommodate this?
hello, the Sports Tracker app is working with suunto 3?
Thank you for a very informative video. I’ve cut off my Peloton membership and am looking for something new. I only did the scenic rides anyway with my music ( I listen to Italian music during my rides. Question: what is this 20 min trainer thing that measures a baseline so a program can be created? I’ve heard that if you don’t get that right, it may go against you. Is this something I can get for free? That way I have something to enter into the app when I try a new app? I definitely am going to try one of the apps that you mention. I’m just not sure which one yet. I don’t need any bells and whistles. I just need to train for endurance as I want to extend my ride beyond 60 minutes.
I think you are referring to the FTP test to establish your baseline. Most apps I mentioned in this video offer the FTP test. Assuming you decide to try Zwift, you can search the workout section for FTP test and you will find different version of it. Also, you might want to watch my latest video I uploaded on FTP and power zones. Hope that helps.
Just wondering is there any that allow custom routes without me having the GPS data? Like thought of unlimited routes or where can pick from and to then cycle it
Also what offers like wahoo 4dp test
very helpfull
Bkool what's the best sensors to use with this app. And which is the best to use with rouvy. In your opinion
I wish there was an app that’s basically tdf the game but controlled by turbo trainer and you can set the difficulty based on avg watts.
did you have any troub with xert including running workouts in its assessment of your overall fatigue and, hence, its recommendations for forthcoming workouts? (xert advised me to run two accounts simultaneously, which was cumbersome).
Yes and I have to manually remove my runs. I hope they figure that out because that’s one reason that keeps driving me away from fully using them.
@@SmartBikeTrainers thanks for response.
Tnx for very informative video! Btw what do you think abot BigRing VR platform? Its looks very clean with perfect videos but there is no Bluetooth option so it's big letdown for me
BigRingVR made my top 10 list in years past. It’s a solid platform but the lack of Bluetooth support took them out. There seem to be no development outside off adding new routes.
@@SmartBikeTrainers yea, same conclusion here... good platform, and with little more effort could be in top 3 ... shame
What are your thoughts on Mywhoosh?
Thank you for this interesting video. My smarttrainer is a Tacx Neo 2T and I've been using Tacx Training app. What is your oppinion on this app compared to the ones proposed in your top 10.
It’s a pretty good app and would’ve included it if it was compatible with other trainers. But unfortunately, it only works with Tacx trainers at this time.
@@SmartBikeTrainers I also use Tacx Training App. I didn´t know it ios not compatible with other trainers. Although I have had troubles with the heart band (some times it does not find it), I am happy with it. However, it is good idea to see what is out there
is this still the case that the tacx app only works with tacx trainer or also with kickr already ?
Xert looks interesting but does it really work?
Otherwise I’m doing the as you. Run my structured training on one platform but would love to see some pedaling dynamics separately. Is there an app that I can run simultaneously ( not trainer controlled) I’m on the first neo version?
Not many app out there will show pedaling dynamics. But since you have a NEO, you can use the tacx training app on Windows PC to see pedaling dynamics. If you have an edge bike computer, you can also pair it to your bike computer to see L/R power.
Great video!! What are your points for Tacx app
Tacx app is nice but unfortunately only compatible with Tacx trainers.
Tariqh, what is the name of the item you have attached to your treadmill? Thanks.
It is the Runn speed sensor: store.npe-inc.com/?ref=tkDiztYkVvVw
you mentioned Training Peaks several times but didnt include in your selection, how come? Cool shirt btw, just ordered one :D
TrainingPeaks is more of a training platform for coaches and athletes but doesn’t work directly with smart trainers so I didn’t include it. Thanks for ordering the tshirt. Hope you like it :)
Stamyn I would also suggest to start having a look ;)
Thank you for sharing. Will check it out.
Does Fulgaz app work with Schwinn AC Performance exercise bike?
If your bike can broadcast power to third party apps via Bluetooth, then it should work. You won’t be feeling resistance changes but you will see the visuals.
Hi, could you please tell me what computer, laptop or tablet you use to have them all working. The one you showed in the video. Thanks
The one I used for this video is an iPad Pro
How does the Tacx training app compare with these others? I think it’s possibly not compatible with non-Tacx trainers? Is Wahoo SYSTM compatible with non-Wahoo trainers? Do all he apps that have real video routes adjust the resistance and speed on the route in ‘real time’ as you ride the route? Sorry I’m a newbie to this.
The Tacx app is currently only compatible with Tacx trainers. Wahoo Systm is compatible with all trainers that support ANT+ and Bluetooth. The video apps I mentioned in this video do adjust video speed and your smart trainer should simulate the routes. So you should feel climbs as the resistance increases with your smart trainer.
@@SmartBikeTrainers
Thanks, that’s helpful. I wonder if Tacx will make their app compatible with other trainers.
Which is the best to indoor training, to work with training peaks? For free....
Congratulations on the "your channel" and the "your video", which by the way, It is very good and informative.
But kindly, the next, back the information if these platforms offer hand bike. I didn't find anyone talking about it.
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Noted. Thank you 🙏
You should review Kudo coach!
What is the treadmill attachment you showed during the Rouvy segment?!
That’s the Runn treadmill sensor
www.smartbiketrainers.com/go/Runn_Treadmill_Sensor/51544/
What would Xert need to do to get a higher rating? How is Trainer Road better than Xert? Trying to tease out the difference. Thank you.
Xert needs to be available on more platforms other than phones. The web player is nice but not intuitive and easy to use. But most importantly, make the web interface easier to understand and navigate. That’s the most complaints I hear from users is how intimidating and complicated the user interface is. Also, support running alongside cycling would be a nice addition.
Is Bkool smooth on android? What specs is best?
Hi, i've just bought a spin bike and wondered what sensors were needed in order to track my speed etc in real time via these ( preferably) android apps via bluetooth on a tablet?
At minimum you will need a speed sensor to work with some of the apps. Some apps require power so depending on which app you want to try
@@SmartBikeTrainers Ok thanks for that. so what sensors would the power be? plus any others i should know about? i'd like to kit it out (i have an oppo smart watch with google fit) also, would all these be able to link to one tablet whilst training? (i seem to remember hearing BT is limited?) again thanks for the response 👍
Thanks for the video. Are you also familiar with MyWoosh? Is it possible to include MyWoosh in a next video? It's a free indoor cycling app.
Yes, I am familiar with the app and will look into it. Thanks 🙏🏼
Wow, training day looks a lot like TR.
Agreed. I've been TD since basically the beginning and I think the main thing that distinguishes the two is TD's emphasis on aerobic-biased workouts. This is sort of the undergirding training philosophy and will influence - I think - the array of curated workouts.
When I was with TR, I remember constantly feeling fatigued, like there was always intensity but never enough aerobic training. I've just built my first training plan with the Beta plan builder, and the emphasis on aerobic hours is obvious, and at least on my end of things, super appreciated.
16 bucks per month is only difference
Tariq, do I understand correctly best functionality to $ value is #4?
Looking at it from functionality to $$ value, I would say that would be Zwift.
@@SmartBikeTrainers Ok, but training wise Zwift plans are terrible for most peps. Plus side of Zwift: gets you motivated through community and achievements if you want to do just anything ;)
Have you run into any issues with Zwift rides not showing up in Strava when you have TrainerRoad running at the same time?
I’ve had rides in the past not upload to Strava but didn’t really look into it to see why. However recently all my rides have been uploading fine to Strava from zwift and TR. I have been hearing more from users experiencing this though recently.
Have you looked at Open Road? very reasonable in price
Hi, which one would be better for spinning bike, wheel 18 inches
thankful
If your spin bike broadcast power, then any of these apps should work.
@@SmartBikeTrainers I saw a video guiding where to put the sensors on the spinning bike.
I will test free mode and choose the best one for me.
Thank you, many of these I didn't know
Is there any app, that is adaptive , when weight training/ gardening/heavy labour workouts can be added to data?
TR and Xert are both adaptive but they won’t take into consideration all the other activities that you mentioned. It might be best getting like a Whoop type device.
**looks at trainerday, looks at trainerroad **
well i guess imitation is the best form of compliment
RGT - no mention of the workouts it offers, seems you skipped some of RGT’s offerings.
You can pay and make your own or ride their free pile, and there are many.
Thank you Tariqh, great information as always cool tee shirt too. I have has an issue with RGT and SYSTM not getting the ant+ data on my Android phone. Is that typical?
That's not typical but the device you use can have a big impact on your experience. Have you tried using Bluetooth to see if you get a better experience?
@@SmartBikeTrainers yes BT works fine but my cadence senor on the bike on the indoor trainer is ant only. The SYSTM folks tell me that Android app will not pick up ant, not a problem just curious how the other apps handle Ant with Android. I loom forward to the your future videos.
@@frankmaresca7252 does your Android phone have ANT+ built in because not all Android phones do with my phone. I have to use a USB Type-C to A adaptor and then connect an Ant+ dongle. Fortunately both of those aren't too expensive and everything works ok.
do you know if favero pedals on a spin bike will connect to zwift or other apps?
Yes, they will connect
@@SmartBikeTrainers Thank you
I am new to this world. I thought youtube premium was good enough :)
rouvy very nine
I've tried most of your mentioned apps and I end up with Kudo Coach. I hope you can do a review on this app.
What's the best app if you don't have a smart trainer?
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Which of these allow you to import a GPS file (with elevation data) to create a route? I have a 1 mile climb near me that I love - I would like to practice it at home, so I can smash it when I ride it for real.
Kinomap, BKOOL, and RGT Cycling allow your to import your GPS route.
@@SmartBikeTrainers thankyou. I'm considering RGT now having used zwift for years.
@@neil_down_south try it. More realistic than the Z. 😉
@@SJNASaldanha not sure my Surface Pro 2017 is up to it (graphics card).
@@neil_down_south i've run it below minimum specs on the past just had to set the resolution in the app to low. Having a device that can run ultra is a game changer in the image detail.
Where did u get this T-shirt?
Here you go cottonbureau.com/products/3x10-indoor-cycling-shirt#/12913029/tee-men-standard-tee-vintage-navy-tri-blend-s