CABLE Util vs TrainingPeaks Hub
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CABLE Util
This device acts as a standalone converter, transforming ANT+ sensor data into standard Bluetooth Smart connections. It enables various fitness sensors like heart rate monitors and power meters to be used with Bluetooth-compatible apps. It also offers a security feature to alert you if an attached object is moved.
- ANT+ to Bluetooth Smart conversion
- Supports heart rate, power, speed, cadence
- Compatible with fitness equipment sensors
- FE-C trainer control via BLE FTMS
- Object security alert feature
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The CABLE (Convert ANT to BLE) is a revolutionary stand alone device which converts ANT+ sensor products into industry standard Bluetooth Smart connections. The ANT+ data is then available in any application capable of consuming Bluetooth Smart profile data for: • Heart Rate • Bike Power (All Types) • Bike Speed & Cadence • Running Speed & Cadence • Fitness Equipment (Bike Trainer, Treadmill, Rower, Climber, Cross, Trainer) Full control of a FE-C enabled ANT+ trainer via BLE FTMS (Fitness Machine Service) supported apps. This is the only stand-alone ANT+ to Bluetooth Smart converter on the market. The CABLE also operates as a security device when attached to an object. When the security mode is enabled your phone will alert you if someone moves the object. Perfect for the coffee rides with your friends.
TrainingPeaks Hub
This companion app enhances your virtual cycling experience by providing live ride stats and in-game chat. Browse upcoming events, join races, and remotely control your avatar and app functions.
- Live ride stat tracking
- In-ride chat with teammates
- Event browsing and details
- Race joining
- Remote avatar control
- App control
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Your key to unlocking a better TrainingPeaks Virtual ride! TrainingPeaks Hub is the companion app for TrainingPeaks Virtual that lets you easily chat, explore events, and live-track your ride stats during any Virtual cycling ride—right on your phone. Use the TrainingPeaks Hub to: - Chat with your teammates and other racers in the Virtual world - See your training stats live as you ride - Browse and see details for upcoming events - Join future races that fit your training calendar - Remote control for your in-game avatar and app controls - More features added regularly! Notes: To use the chat and live ride-tracking features in TrainingPeaks Hub alongside TrainingPeaks Virtual, your devices must be on the same WiFi network and you must be on an active Virtual ride. Log in to both the Hub and Virtual using the same athlete account information.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CABLE Util at 3.3 against TrainingPeaks Hub's 2.3. CABLE Util also leads on review sentiment (38% vs 23%) and iOS requirement (9.2 vs 16.4). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
CABLE Util holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of CABLE Util's written reviews are positive against 23% of TrainingPeaks Hub's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CABLE Util | TrainingPeaks Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (28 ratings) — better | 2.3 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews — better | 23.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.2 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | NPE Inc | Peaksware, LLC |
Customer experience
CABLE Util
TrainingPeaks Hub
In-app purchases
CABLE Util
No in-app purchases
TrainingPeaks Hub
No in-app purchases
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