HELLO CYCLING vs Shiory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
Shiory
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Shiory(シオリー)は、InstagramのリールやGoogleマップのリンクを「貼るだけ」で、行きたい場所をAIが自動で整理してくれる旅のストックアプリです。 ■ 貼るだけでAIが場所を特定 ・InstagramやGoogleマップのリンクを保存すると、AIが店名・住所・カテゴリを自動で解析 ・日本は都道府県ごと、海外は国ごとに自動で整理 ・共有メニューから「Shioryに保存」でワンタップ保存 ■ 行きたい場所がひと目でわかるマップ ・グルメ/カフェ/観光/宿/買い物をジャンル別カラーのピンで表示 ・ジャンルで絞り込みができ、行った場所はチェックマークで管理 ■ AIが「旅の栞」を自動作成 ・行く日時と行きたい場所を選ぶだけで、AIが旅程を自動で組み立て ・日別のタイムライン、移動手段・所要時間、費用の目安まで提案 ■ リストを共有 ・地域ごとの「行きたいリスト」をリンクで共有。受け取った人はそのまま自分のリストに取り込めます ■ こんな方におすすめ ・SNSで見つけた「行きたい店」を保存しっぱなしにしがちな方 ・旅行の計画づくりが面倒な方 ・行きたい場所リストを友だちと共有したい方 ※AIによる解析結果・旅程・費用はあくまで目安です。営業時間・料金・経路などは公式情報をご確認ください。
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Verdict
HELLO CYCLING and Shiory are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
| Parameter | HELLO CYCLING | Shiory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (102 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 6.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 102 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 103 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OPENSTREET CO.,LTD. | HIKARU UEDA |
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
Shiory
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
HELLO CYCLING
No in-app purchases
Shiory
No in-app purchases









