# Specialized – Globe

> Bike system diagnostics, updates, and security for Specialized Globe models. (iPhone/iPad app by Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/specialized-globe/id6443880933 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/627538437)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 15 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: English, French, Chinese
- Released: 2023-03-06
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/specialized-globe/id6443880933/reviews.md

## What is Specialized?

Use Specialized - Globe to:

UPDATE
Connect to your Specialized Globe bike and check for available firmware updates to improve performance and resolve bugs.

DIAGNOSE
Access error logs and system information to diagnose issues.

SECURE
Lock electronic system of the bike via PIN code.

Specialized - Globe is compatible with all Specialized Globe bike models.

## Key features

- Connect to bike's electronic system
- Check for firmware updates
- Diagnose issues with error logs
- Secure bike with PIN code

## Recent user reviews (10 of 15)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/specialized-globe/id6443880933/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Very baisic

*2025-09-28*

The App hasn’t had an update in over a year. When you spend high dollar on a high end bicycle the app and the technology associated with it should be high end as well. The lock out feature for the computer on the bike does its job, but when you enter a passcode to lock it, you don’t have to enter the passcode ode to unlock it which defeats the purpose of a passcode. Also the ride log feature doesn’t work which is disappointing. I would like to look back and see how much I have been riding. The app needs an update and an upgrade.

### 4/5 — Good, not great

*2025-01-23*

Connects quickly and helps me lock the bike from my phone which is a great feature. I just wish I could use Face ID instead of a pin.

Needs a battery limit feature for charging as others have said.

### 2/5 — Ver 1.4 crashing and shutting off bike.

*2025-01-15*

On a ride into work, my bike would suddenly shut down and then the app would crash. I was riding in 17° weather so maybe that had an impact. I could successfully restart the bike and it would stay on as long as I didn’t use the app. Not many features in the app either making it kind of useless. Would love if they would just add the Globe Haul line to the Specialized app.

### 2/5 — Needs A LOT of work

*2024-09-23*

The bike is phenomenal. The app is pretty terrible. Specialized needs to fire this dev team and get the dev team that writes the baseline Specialized app to figure this one out. This app feels like it’s made by a marketing agency which means it’s utter garbage.

Nothing really works. There’s the review. And the UI is hideous. Terrible product.

### 3/5 — Useful for locking and seeing battery % but that’s it

*2024-08-15*

I would expect this app to be similar to the app my wife uses on her Specialized Vedo. It sets default values. It allows battery charging to be set to 80%. And it locks the bike and sets the alarm. 

This app needs the ability to save the light setting at least. And ideally the default assist level. 

The other problem is that I tried to use this with the Specialized Ride app to record my rides and upload to Strava. But if you connect Strava to the Ride app the Globe app will also upload to Strava with incorrect bike information and no GPS. Specialized is aware of this but has no intention of fixing the problem. 

I do wish the software was as good as the Specialized bikes!!! They deserve better.

### 1/5 — Basically pointless

*2024-07-17*

The app has very little functionality. The lock button does not seem to work. When I click the help links I get a message saying “missing authentication token”. So if there is a trick to getting the lock to work I can’t find it out. The only other things to do are turn the bike off (you need to physically turn it on at the HMI interface), and log rides. I don’t really need those features as I have lots of apps to log rides. You can’t even turn off the bike from a far if your forgot, because it runs with Bluetooth connection. So it’s basically a pointless app at this moment.

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2024-07-01*

Completely featureless, why is this so bad compared to the Turbo app?

### 1/5 — Nearly useless

*2024-06-01*

No features. No battery charge percentage, can’t change max charge limit, and basically no features that you can’t get on the bike itself. Lock PIN lacks a confirmation step.

### 4/5 — I’d like to see more….

*2024-05-26*

App is good, but I’d like to see more.  
- charging point setting like the specialized app offers for the como’s
- the lock feature seems wonky and doesn’t actually lock? 
- better / clearer Odometer reading, trip readings
- Ride log function seems wonky 
- GPS integration allowing map overlay while using the app, waypoint setting, POI, sharing rides, building rides etc.  
- Social media shares, photos, rides, etc

### 5/5 — **FEATURE REQUEST**

*2024-05-16*

App does exactly what it needs to…EXCEPT giving an owner the ability to cap charging at a certain percentage, eg. 80%. Pleeeeeease add this feature!

For battery health (which is clearly instructed by Specialized and other brands like Tesla and Apple) states that you shouldn’t fully charge unless you really need it. Keeping the battery state between 20-80% will improve battery health and longevity. And at $900 for a battery replacement, it’s not just about the environment here. 

Please give us this option to cap charging at 80%

## Frequently asked questions about Specialized

### What can Specialized – Globe do for my bike?

Specialized – Globe allows you to connect to your bike's electronic system to check for firmware updates, diagnose issues using error logs, and secure your bike with a PIN code. It's designed to improve performance and resolve bugs.

### Is Specialized – Globe compatible with all bikes?

No, Specialized – Globe is specifically compatible with all Specialized Globe bike models. It is not designed for use with other brands or models of bicycles.

### How often is Specialized – Globe updated?

The app was last updated on June 20, 2024, with version 1.4. This indicates a relatively active development cycle, with updates aimed at improving performance and resolving bugs.

### What devices can I use Specialized – Globe on?

Specialized – Globe is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is not currently listed as compatible with Android devices.

### What is the age rating for Specialized – Globe?

Specialized – Globe has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide range of users, with no mature content concerns.

### What do users think of Specialized – Globe?

The app has an average rating of 3.0 stars from 21 ratings. This indicates a mixed reception from users, with some finding it useful and others potentially experiencing issues.

### Can I diagnose issues with my bike using Specialized – Globe?

Yes, you can access error logs and system information through Specialized – Globe to help diagnose issues with your bike's electronic system. This feature aids in identifying and resolving potential problems.

### How do I secure my bike with Specialized – Globe?

You can secure the electronic system of your Specialized Globe bike by setting a PIN code within the Specialized – Globe app. This feature adds an extra layer of security to your bicycle.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2024-06-20

Language and firmware support for new countries

### 1.3 — 2024-03-06

Addition of languages and updated verbiage

### 1.2 — 2023-04-19

Removed extraneous lock feature (had option to put in serial code after failed attempts which we do not support on bike.)

### 1.1 — 2023-03-10

Updated naming

### 1.0 — 2023-03-07

No release notes.

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