Comparison

HELLO CYCLING vs スパワールド公式アプリ

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

Head to head
About

HELLO CYCLING

Easily rent electric-assist bicycles and e-bikes from over 13,000 locations nationwide. Perfect for daily commutes, short errands, or sightseeing, offering a smooth and enjoyable ride. Reserve bikes, book return stations, and enjoy flexible rental periods starting from 30 minutes.

Highlights
  • Electric-assist bicycles
  • App-based reservations
  • Flexible rental periods
  • Multiple bike reservations
  • IC card rental option
  • Nationwide station network
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HELLO CYCLING – Available at over 14,000 locations nationwide! From everyday use to sightseeing, HELLO CYCLING offers convenient electric-assist bicycles and e-bikes that make your ride smooth and enjoyable. 【Features of HELLO CYCLING】 Comfortable riding with electric-assist bicycles. Easily reserve a bike from your current location via the app, and even book your return station in advance. Rentals start from 30 minutes, making it convenient even for short trips. (Please note: Depending on the region, bikes may have different pricing structures. Check the app for exact fees.) Compatible with various local bike-sharing services: daicahri / Bell Sharing / SHONAN PEDAL / MY BIKE / Kantetsu Pedal / Mitochari / MaaS Cycle / Sunaotus Mobility / Harenohi Cycle / PULCLE / Izunaka Sharing / Surugano Cycle / CYCY / Hi!Cycling / Mikuchari, and more. By registering an IC card, you can rent a bike easily without making a reservation through the app. 【When to Use HELLO CYCLING】 Quick shopping trips or short-distance errands. Commuting to work or school, or other daily transportation. Leisure activities and sightseeing—make your trips more memorable. In case of emergencies such as train service suspensions or natural disasters. 【How to Use】 Register as a member – No monthly fees! Sign-up takes just 1 minute. You can register an account with your email address, Apple ID, Yahoo! JAPAN ID, or other available options. Find a HELLO CYCLING station – After free registration, open the app, select your desired area, and reserve a nearby bike. Unlock the bike – Confirm your “bike number” in the app and press the unlock button. Ride comfortably to your destination – Electric-assist bicycles make your journey easy. Prices start from ¥160 per 30 minutes. (Check the app for pricing details as fees vary by region.) Return the bike – Park at your chosen station, manually lock the bike, and press the “RETURN” button on the key. 【Payment Methods】 PayPay Credit Card Mobile Carrier Billing (NTT Docomo, au, SoftBank) Yahoo! Wallet WebMoney For more payment options, check the official website or app. 【Important Notes】 Please read the Terms of Use before riding. The app uses your device’s location services and Bluetooth function. Pricing plans differ by area.

About

スパワールド公式アプリ

Features
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「SPAWORLD HOTEL&RESORT」の宿泊予約、日帰り入場券の購入、館内利用のご精算、施設内モバイルオーダーがご利用いただけます。 主な機能 ①宿泊予約 ②日帰り利用券の購入、館内利用のご精算 ③モバイルオーダー

Screenshots

HELLO CYCLING4 screens
スパワールド公式アプリ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HELLO CYCLING at fortnightly against スパワールド公式アプリ's every 3 months. スパワールド公式アプリ's advantage is review sentiment (21% vs 6%) and iOS requirement (14.0 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HELLO CYCLING ships an update fortnightly, スパワールド公式アプリ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HELLO CYCLING versus スパワールド公式アプリ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHELLO CYCLINGスパワールド公式アプリ
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (99 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews6.3% of reviews20.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings99 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOPENSTREET CO.,LTD.株式会社阪神住建

Customer experience

HELLO CYCLING

All ratings99 ratings
Positive42.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative54.5%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive6.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative90.2%

スパワールド公式アプリ

Written reviews29 reviews
Positive20.7%
Neutral6.9%
Negative72.4%

Bugs and requests

HELLO CYCLING

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • SMS verification code not received
  • App crashes or freezes
  • Cannot create account
  • Return station full error
  • Bike lock not working
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  • Automatic return during short park
  • App not responding during searches
  • Inconsistent map data for return locations
  • Notification issues
  • Login issues with Apple ID
  • Cannot accept email or card during signup

Requested features

17 requests
  • Allow email verification
  • Add English language option
  • Support more international phone numbers
  • Improve SMS verification system
  • Add option to reserve bikes for longer periods
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  • Improve UI/UX for return process
  • Increase number of return stations
  • Allow returns to stations with no space
  • Implement solar charging for bikes
  • Offer more granular pricing tiers
  • Add user rating system for bikes
  • Provide audio navigation for maps
  • Simplify bike usage instructions
  • Display battery range information
  • Include traffic rule information for new riders
  • Add Korean language support
  • Add Chinese language support

スパワールド公式アプリ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

HELLO CYCLING

No in-app purchases

None

スパワールド公式アプリ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HELLO CYCLING free?
HELLO CYCLING is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is スパワールド公式アプリ free?
スパワールド公式アプリ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HELLO CYCLING or スパワールド公式アプリ have ads?
Neither HELLO CYCLING nor スパワールド公式アプリ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HELLO CYCLING or スパワールド公式アプリ?
HELLO CYCLING ships an update fortnightly, and スパワールド公式アプリ every 3 months. Most recently, HELLO CYCLING was updated on October 16, 2026 and スパワールド公式アプリ on October 15, 2026.

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