Comparison

iGPSPORT vs Specialized

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

Head to head
About

iGPSPORT

Manage your cycling computer data directly from your phone. Connect via Bluetooth to view device information, transfer ride data, and sync personal details. Upload rides, track metrics, and integrate with Apple Health.

Highlights
  • Connect device via Bluetooth
  • View device information
  • Transfer ride data to phone
  • Delete ride data
  • Sync personal information
  • Upload/download ride data
  • Sync with Apple Health
Features
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iGPSPORT series of code table management tools, is your riding assistant! Using the igpsport series APP, you can complete the data management of the code table without having to turn on the computer, including: ● Quickly connect the device to obtain the basic information of the code table, including: version number, device ID, software / hardware version number, line summary information; ● access the code table data through Bluetooth into the phone for inspection; ● delete the code table line; ● Read / set code table configuration information; At the same time can be on the user's data online synchronization management, including: ● Synchronize personal information on the website, including: height, weight and other personal basic information; ● Upload / download line data for riding ● Synchronize cycling distance, burn calories, and increase heart rate to Apple Health Learn more: www.igpsport.com Call us: 027-87835568 Follow us: weibo.com/igpsport

About

Specialized

Enhance your cycling with advanced ride tracking, performance analytics, and e-bike management. Monitor your bike's settings, battery life, and security features. Sync your rides with other fitness apps for a complete overview of your active lifestyle.

Highlights
  • Ride recording with GPS
  • Advanced performance analytics
  • Turbo e-bike management
  • Turbo System Auto-Lock
  • Smart battery management
  • Partner app synchronization
Features
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Unleash your dream ride with the Specialized app. With ride recording, advanced performance tracking, and Turbo e-bike management, the Specialized app takes your cycling experience to the next level. Plus, premium ride data and analytics motivate you to achieve your cycling goals while a seamless partner app connection supports your active lifestyle. GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR BIKE Turbo E-bike Management: Manage your Turbo bike settings directly in the app. • Register your bike directly in the app to activate the lifetime warranty and receive critical updates about your bike. • Fine-tune your bike’s power delivery and battery output to support your riding style. • Customize the stats and layout you see on the bike display. • Deter bike theft with Turbo System Auto-Lock.* When activated, your system automatically locks when you power off your bike. The system will automatically unlock when you’re near your bike and power it on. • Monitor battery level, charge cycles, odometer, etc. • Receive real-time error log alerts when your bike needs attention. Resolve issues with our helpful troubleshooting tips, or share system status and logs with your preferred retailer for remote diagnosis. • Get service reminders to keep your bike operating at peak performance. • Manage bike settings, including battery beeper, stealth mode*, and range extender use.* *Available on select models. ENJOY THE RIDE Advanced Ride Recording: Track activity and monitor your ride data in real-time with GPS recording. • View real-time metrics, including speed, distance, elevation gain, calories burned, and more. • Customize the ride recording dashboard to see your preferred stats. • Turbo riders can stream stats directly from their bike, including assist mode, battery level, and motor power. Smart Control (Turbo e-bikes only): Effortlessly manage your Turbo e-bike's battery use on any ride. Set your desired battery percentage remaining for the end of your ride, and the app will intelligently adjust motor assistance to ensure you reach your destination with the right amount of charge. CELEBRATE YOUR EFFORTS Premium Performance Data: Get a comprehensive summary of every ride with a detailed analysis of where you rode and what you accomplished.  • Stats include speed, distance, elevation gain, calories burned, and more.  • Interactive graphs allow you to analyze your ride further. • Rides recorded on a Turbo e-bike will display Turbo-specific metrics, including levels of assistance used during the ride, battery usage over time, and average motor power use.  Seamless Partner App Connection: Easily sync your ride data with your preferred apps that track and support your active lifestyle. • Connect your Garmin or Wahoo account to the app and sync the rides you record with either device. Rides will be imported to your activity library, allowing you to analyze the collected data. • Sync activity with Apple Health to see the complete picture of your daily activity and contribute to your three rings. • Sync activity to Strava for sharing with friends and getting kudos. Designed to empower all riders, the Specialized app revolutionizes your cycling experience with innovative features and an intuitive user experience. It’s your ultimate riding partner. Download and start riding today.

Screenshots

iGPSPORT4 screens
Specialized4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Specialized at 4.7 against iGPSPORT's 2.8. Specialized also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 14%) and ratings volume (12K vs 114). iGPSPORT's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Specialized holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Specialized has 12K ratings behind it against 114, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of iGPSPORT's written reviews are positive against 50% of Specialized's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iGPSPORT ships an update every 5 weeks, Specialized fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iGPSPORT versus Specialized: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriGPSPORTSpecialized
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (114 ratings)4.7 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews13.9% of reviews50.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11412K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size283 MB160 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWuhan Qiwu Technology Co., Ltd.Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.

Customer experience

iGPSPORT

All ratings114 ratings
Positive40.4%
Neutral9.6%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews158 reviews
Positive13.9%
Neutral15.8%
Negative70.3%

Specialized

All ratings11,514 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews518 reviews
Positive50.2%
Neutral19.7%
Negative30.1%

Bugs and requests

iGPSPORT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Specialized

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ride recording issues causing incorrect mileage
  • Connectivity problems when pairing bikes
  • Tuning settings not saving properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add option to disable map display
  • Bring back Smart Control mode
  • Allow custom tuning presets
  • Integrate with Apple Watch for heart rate monitoring
  • Add more data fields and customization options

In-app purchases

None

iGPSPORT

No in-app purchases

None

Specialized

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iGPSPORT free?
iGPSPORT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Specialized free?
Specialized is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iGPSPORT or Specialized?
Specialized is rated higher. iGPSPORT averages 2.8 out of 5 from 114 ratings, while Specialized averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.
Do iGPSPORT or Specialized have ads?
Neither iGPSPORT nor Specialized shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iGPSPORT or Specialized?
iGPSPORT ships an update every 5 weeks, and Specialized fortnightly. Most recently, iGPSPORT was updated on October 16, 2026 and Specialized on October 16, 2026.

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