Comparison

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion vs SIGMA RIDE

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion

This app simplifies the setup and interaction with a bike computer. It allows for easy configuration of sensors, workout pages, and route syncing. Users can also track rides in real-time and share workout data with popular training platforms.

Highlights
  • Bike computer setup via QR code
  • Configure workout pages with drag-and-drop
  • Sync routes from Strava and Ride with GPS
  • Real-time ride tracking for friends
  • Automatic workout backup and sharing
  • Receive phone notifications on bike computer
Features
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The Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Companion App is the essential supplement for your new Wahoo ELEMNT Bike Computer. Wahoo has reinvented the way you setup and interact with your bike computer using the ELEMNT Companion App. Using the companion app, you automatically pair your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT via a QR code and then you can set up sensors and configure all of your workout pages using the easy interface of your iPhone. Simple Bike Computer Set Up Automatically pair your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT via QR code to your iPhone using the ELEMNT Companion App, and then use the easy interface of your iPhone to set up your profile, configure workout pages, and pair sensors faster than ever before. To build your personalized workout pages, simply drag and drop the order of your favorite data fields to suit your riding goals. Once you are configured, close the app and you are ready to ride! Simple to Navigate In the app, connect your Strava and Ride with GPS accounts so that your saved routes wirelessly download to your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT GPS Bike Computer to keep you on track. Simple to Track Use the app to send a link that corresponds to your GPS coordinates to friends and family so that they can track you in real time. Or, you can keep the app open to see other riders with a Wahoo ELEMNT bike computer on the road to find your friends. Simple to Share The Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Companion App automatically backs up your workouts to the free Wahoo Fitness Cloud account for storage and sharing. Upload your workouts to all of your favorite training apps or websites. The Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT Companion App integrates with TrainingPeaks, Strava, RidewithGPS, Komoot, HealthKit, MapMyFitness and many others! Visit https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/elemnt.html for more information on the Wahoo Fitness ELEMNT bike computers. Features: Set up and configure your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT Bike Computer Receive messages, phone calls, emails on your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT Upload workouts to your favorite training websites including TrainingPeaks, Strava, RidewithGPS, Komoot, HealthKit and many more Authorize Strava, RWGPS and Komoot to sync your routes to the ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT GPS Bike computers Connect to wifi on ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT GPS Bike computers Review workout data Live track Pair your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT GPS Bike Computer with Wahoo Fitness devices including KICKR family, TICKR family, BlueSC, RPM, and more! Pair your ELEMNT or ELEMNT BOLT GPS Bike Computer with other BTLE and ANT+™ heartrate and bike speed/cadence/power devices. Please Note: Continued use of BTLE running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

SIGMA RIDE

This app acts as a smart companion for cycling, tracking speed, distance, elevation, and calorie consumption. It allows for intuitive control of training in real-time, whether using a smartphone or a compatible GPS bike computer. Users can also plan routes, navigate with turn-by-turn directions, and share their achievements.

Highlights
  • Real-time tracking of speed, distance, and elevation
  • E-bike data display
  • Detailed tour evaluations and heatmaps
  • Turn-by-turn track navigation
  • Multi-point routing and route import
  • Offline track saving
  • Firmware updates for bike computers
Features
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Ride smarter. Track, plan, and improve every ride – seamlessly with your bike computer or the SIGMA RIDE app. RIDE SMARTER. RIDE FURTHER. RIDE BETTER. The SIGMA RIDE app is more than just a tracker – it’s your go-to tool for navigation, performance, and control over every ride. Whether you’re training, commuting, or exploring, you’ll always know where you are, how you’re performing – and how to improve. TRACKING THAT TAKES YOU FURTHER Start your ride in seconds and keep track of everything: • Speed, distance, elevation gain & duration • Live GPS tracking with map view • Custom data fields for your setup NAVIGATION, THAT THINKS FOR ITSELF Whether you plan ahead or set off on a whim, the app will reliably guide you to your destination: • “Search & Go” for instant destinations • Route planning with stopovers • Import komoot & Strava tracks • “Re-routing” & “Back to Start” Optimized for road, gravel, MTB, or e-bike. ANALYSIS THAT HELPS YOU IMPROVE Understand your performance – not just your data: • Detailed analysis of every ride • Filter and compare your activities • Heatmaps and visual insights PERFECT MATCH WITH YOUR ROX Connect your SIGMA ROX bike computer: • via Bluetooth • Automatic synchronization • Use your smartphone as an extended display • SIGMA ecosystem of hardware, accessories, and app E-BIKE READY • Assist levels • Battery status • Performance analysis RADAR INTEGRATION • Support for RECO 80 LINK and RECO 81 LINK • Radar alerts displayed directly in the RIDE View • Sound alerts as a warning for up to eight approaching vehicles • Your smartphone as a digital rear-view mirror SMART LIGHT SERIES INTEGRATION • Support for AURA 120 LINK, AURA 170 HB LINK, HIRO 50 LINK, BUSTER 900 LINK, BUSTER 1700 LINK, NYTE 50 LINK • Add bike light information to the Ride View • Adjust light modes or light profiles, install firmware updates, and check battery status AS UNIQUE AS YOUR RIDE • Customizable data fields & screens • Profiles for different conditions • Support for heart rate & cadence sensors SHARE & SYNCHRONIZE • Compatible with Strava, komoot, and TrainingPeaks • Apple Health • Easily share with friends YOUR DATA. YOUR CONTROL. • Access anytime, anywhere • Securely stored • Optional storage in the SIGMA CLOUD PREMIUM (Optional) • More insights. More control. Better performance. • Upgrade to SIGMA RIDE Premium: With Premium, you get additional features, advanced training analytics, and even more options for navigation, tracking, and your personal ride data. SIMPLY.GOOD.CYCLING. COMPATIBLE DEVICES Bike Computer: • SIGMA ROX 12.1 EVO • SIGMA ROX 11.1 EVO • SIGMA ROX 4.0 • SIGMA ROX 4.0 SE • SIGMA ROX 4.0 ENDURANCE • SIGMA ROX 2.0 • SIGMA ROX 2.0 ENDURANCE • VDO R4 GPS • VDO R5 GPS Bike Lights: • AURA 120 LINK • AURA 170 HB LINK + REMOTE HB • HIRO 50 LINK • RECO 80 LINK • RECO 81 LINK • BUSTER 900 LINK • BUSTER 1700 LINK • NYTE 50 LINK Accessories: • SIGMA Remote One • SIGMA R1 Duo • SIGMA Speed • SIGMA Cadence • SIGMA R2 Duo • VDO Speed • VDO Cadence

Screenshots

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion4 screens
SIGMA RIDE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SIGMA RIDE at 81% against Wahoo ELEMNT Companion's 46%. SIGMA RIDE also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Wahoo ELEMNT Companion's advantage is ratings volume (37K vs 95) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wahoo ELEMNT Companion has 37K ratings behind it against 95, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Wahoo ELEMNT Companion's written reviews are positive against 81% of SIGMA RIDE's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion ships an update monthly, SIGMA RIDE every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Wahoo ELEMNT Companion versus SIGMA RIDE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWahoo ELEMNT CompanionSIGMA RIDE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (37K ratings) — better4.6 (95 ratings)
Positive reviews45.7% of reviews80.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings37K — better95
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size210 MB114 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWahoo FitnessSIGMA-ELEKTRO GmbH

Customer experience

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion

All ratings36,621 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews1,009 reviews
Positive45.7%
Neutral12.0%
Negative42.3%

SIGMA RIDE

All ratings95 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral2.1%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews67 reviews
Positive80.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative16.4%

Bugs and requests

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to sync rides and routes
  • Frequent disconnections between app and device
  • Incorrect data recording and display
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • Unreliable live tracking functionality

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved route planning and navigation
  • Integration with more third-party apps and services
  • Better data visualization and analytics
  • Offline map support
  • Improved sensor connectivity and reliability

SIGMA RIDE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Wahoo ELEMNT Companion

No in-app purchases

None

SIGMA RIDE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wahoo ELEMNT Companion free?
Wahoo ELEMNT Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SIGMA RIDE free?
SIGMA RIDE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Wahoo ELEMNT Companion or SIGMA RIDE?
Wahoo ELEMNT Companion is rated higher. Wahoo ELEMNT Companion averages 4.8 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while SIGMA RIDE averages 4.6 from 95 ratings.
Do Wahoo ELEMNT Companion or SIGMA RIDE have ads?
Neither Wahoo ELEMNT Companion nor SIGMA RIDE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wahoo ELEMNT Companion or SIGMA RIDE?
Wahoo ELEMNT Companion ships an update monthly, and SIGMA RIDE every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wahoo ELEMNT Companion was updated on November 11, 2026 and SIGMA RIDE on November 7, 2026.

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