# Velociraptor (Velo OCR)

> Records indoor cycling power and cadence using iPhone camera, uploads to Strava. (iPhone/iPad app by David Hodge.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velociraptor-velo-ocr/id1499739913 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Hodge](https://appshunter.io/developer/1244489778)
- Category: Sports
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velociraptor-velo-ocr/id1499739913/reviews.md

## What is Velociraptor (Velo OCR)?

Record your indoor cycling workouts and upload them to Strava! Velociraptor uses your iPhone camera to scan your indoor bike display and record your live Power (Watt) and Cadence (RPM) stats. Use your Apple Watch to add Heart Rate data to the recorded workouts, and get them automatically saved to Strava once you are done.

Velociraptor works with any exercise bike/trainer that has a power (watt) display. Just mount your phone, point iPhone camera at the display, and let Velociraptor recognize and track your workout stats.

Use it at the gym, in a spin class, or at home. Get insights into your cycling training without having to buy an expensive dedicated power meter. 

Note: For Apple Watch users, Velociraptor uses Apple Health / HealthKit to show heart-rate information.

## Key features

- 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

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/velociraptor-velo-ocr/id1499739913/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Great concept but It doesn’t work

*2020-10-27*

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

**Developer response:** 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

## Frequently asked questions about Velociraptor (Velo OCR)

### 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.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 0.5.2 — 2020-03-02

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

## More apps by David Hodge

- [Talkboard - Communicator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkboard-communicator/id1508447788)
- [SatRadar – Satellites](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/satradar-satellites/id6760600849)

All apps by David Hodge: https://appshunter.io/developer/1244489778

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