Velociraptor (Velo OCR)

Velociraptor (Velo OCR)

by David Hodge

4 ratings
1 review

Archived App (Last seen on 1 Jun 2026)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 28, 2020
  • March 2, 2020
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This app uses your iPhone camera to scan indoor bike displays and record power and cadence. It integrates with Apple Watch for heart rate data, automatically saving workouts to Strava. Gain cycling training insights without expensive equipment.

Record power (Watt) and cadence (RPM)
Use iPhone camera to scan bike display
Integrate Apple Watch for heart rate
Automatic upload to Strava
Works with any exercise bike display
Gain training insights without power meter
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What's New in Velociraptor (Velo OCR)

0.5.2

March 2, 2020

New since version 0.5 - Now you can tap on the screen to adjust camera exposure. Useful in dark gyms. - Bug fixes and performance improvements

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User reviews

Great concept but It doesn’t work

I have a Keiser M3 and screen doesn’t lock to wattage . I added the Strava to the account and it logs 0 activity . Just wasted $5

Response from developer

Hello! I'm sorry to hear it didn't work for your Keiser M3. Please feel free to request a refund from Apple for this. I only want to earn revenue from happy customers! https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204084

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FAQ

What is Velociraptor (Velo OCR)?

Velociraptor (Velo OCR) is a sports app that uses your iPhone camera to scan and record indoor cycling metrics like power and cadence. It then automatically uploads these workouts to Strava.

How does Velociraptor (Velo OCR) track cycling data?

It utilizes your iPhone's camera to optically recognize characters on your indoor bike's display, capturing live Power (Watt) and Cadence (RPM) statistics.

Can I add heart rate data to my workouts with Velociraptor (Velo OCR)?

Yes, you can use your Apple Watch with Velociraptor (Velo OCR) to add heart rate data to your recorded workouts. This data is accessed via Apple Health / HealthKit.

Does Velociraptor (Velo OCR) work with all indoor bikes?

Velociraptor (Velo OCR) works with any exercise bike or trainer that has a visible power (watt) display that the iPhone camera can scan.

What is the price of Velociraptor (Velo OCR)?

Velociraptor (Velo OCR) is a paid application, priced at $4.99. There are no in-app purchases mentioned.

How often is Velociraptor (Velo OCR) updated?

The app was last updated on March 2, 2020, to version 0.5.2. This indicates a relatively infrequent update schedule based on the provided data.

What devices is Velociraptor (Velo OCR) compatible with?

Based on the description, Velociraptor (Velo OCR) requires an iPhone and is compatible with Apple Watch for heart rate data. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

Does Velociraptor (Velo OCR) have ads?

The provided data does not specify whether Velociraptor (Velo OCR) contains advertisements. However, its monetization model is listed as 'paid', suggesting no ads or in-app purchases are the primary revenue source.