Zero Motorcycles NextGen vs MyDucati
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Zero Motorcycles NextGen
Manage your electric motorcycle's performance, customize its dashboard, and track ride data. Monitor charging, receive alerts, and access remote diagnostics for a connected riding experience.
- Customize ride modes
- Personalized dash options
- Scheduled charging
- Ride data tracking
- Remote diagnostics
- Charging station locator
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The Zero Motorcycles NextGen App version 2.13.0 offers essential integration for Zero Motorcycles FX, FXS, FXE, S, DS, DSR, DSR/X, SR, SR/F and SR/S. Offering integration for all your motorcycle’s performance data, customization, and experience into the palm of your hand. For select models you can customize your motorcycle’s performance, assemble your own dashboard, relive your rides, monitor your bike’s whereabouts and so much more with the Zero Motorcycles NextGen App. NextGen 2.13.0 combines all the best features of both of Zero Motorcycles’ previous app offerings to date, with compatibility with the entire Zero Motorcycles range from 2013 forward. App Features Zero’s NextGen App works with the bike’s dash and Cypher II or Cypher III operating system to create a feature-rich ecosystem. Common features for these models include: * Select and create ride modes * Personalized dash options * Scheduled and target-based charging * Charging station location assistance * Extensive notifications, including state-of-charge (SOC), time-to-charge and last-ride statistics. * Ride data: location, speed, lean angle, power, torque, SoC, energy used/re-generated * Remote diagnostics and Cypher III updates * Provides ownership data when connected to Cypher III motorcycles * Model restrictions apply. Not all features will be available for FX, FXS, FXE, S, DS, DSR. Not all features will be available for SR prior to MY22. The Connected Bike MY20+ SR/F and SR/S and MY24+ S, SR, DS, DSR, DSR/X are connected through cellular networks, transmitting info to the App at all times. Ride information, current bike status and location are always available. This connectivity gives you the ability to monitor the bike in four (4) main areas: Bike Status & Alerts, Charging, Ride Data Sharing, and System Upgrades & Updates.
MyDucati
Manage your Ducati ownership, from personal profiles and bike garages to maintenance records and dealer information. Stay updated on news, events, and connect with the Desmo Owner Club.
- User profile management
- Digital motorcycle garage
- Maintenance service tracking
- Dealer locator and contact
- Desmo Owner Club access
- News and event updates
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Discover MyDucati App features, wherever you are and always at your fingertips: PROFILE Create your profile and make sure your information is complete and always up-to-date. The more we know about you, the better the experience we can offer you. GARAGE In your garage you can manage the bikes you own and view the available documentation. Furthermore, you can configure the motorbike of your dreams and share it with your friends or send it to your Ducati dealer. MAINTENANCE In the maintenance section you can access the services carried out on your Ducati*, view the scheduled services, and be informed in real time about available updates so you’re always sure that your bike has the highest level of safety and functionality. *all service coupons performed from July 2019 on motorcycles registered since 2015 are available for viewing. Scheduled services are visible on motorcycles manufactured from 2021. DEALER The best way to find the dealer closest to your location and how to reach it. Choose your favourite dealer, check the services offered and contact them directly if you have any queries. DESMO OWNER CLUB Share your passion with the D.O.C. world and take advantage of all the initiatives and benefits reserved to members. NEWS & EVENTS Keep up to date on all the news and services we have put together specifically for you, and discover the Ducati events organised in your country as well as around the world.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Zero Motorcycles NextGen at none against MyDucati's shown. Zero Motorcycles NextGen also leads on rating (2.7 vs 2.3) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). MyDucati's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (23% vs 14%). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Zero Motorcycles NextGen holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 84 and 56 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 14% of Zero Motorcycles NextGen's written reviews are positive against 23% of MyDucati's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Zero Motorcycles NextGen ships an update every 2 months, MyDucati monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zero Motorcycles NextGen | MyDucati |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (84 ratings) — better | 2.3 (56 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 14.4% of reviews | 23.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 84 — better | 56 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zero Motorcycles | Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. |
Customer experience
Zero Motorcycles NextGen
MyDucati
Bugs and requests
Zero Motorcycles NextGen
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MyDucati
Reported bugs
22 issues- App crashes frequently
- Registration and login failures
- App freezes or becomes unresponsive
- Language settings are problematic
- Profile completion stuck at 95%
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- Unable to add or delete bikes from garage
- Security alert errors preventing app launch
- Data not saving or disappearing
- Service history/maintenance details not displaying correctly
- White screen or blank page on launch
- Keyboard not showing up for input fields
- Error messages like 'invalid_expid&error_description=brand%20value%20not%20supported'
- Notification badges not disappearing
- App closes unexpectedly after updates
- Issues with adding specific bike models (e.g., 916 series, vintage bikes)
- Incorrect purchase dates for bikes
- Login issues after updates
- App not opening on older devices (e.g., iPhone 6)
- Problems with uploading documents/photos
- UI elements not responding (e.g., close button too high)
- Incorrect DOC/dealer associations
- Issues with birthday field format and validation
Requested features
10 requests- Dark mode option
- Ability to change app language easily
- Add more bike models (older and newer)
- Improve search functionality for dealers and DOCs
- Allow editing/deleting registered bikes
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- Add service interval tracking and digital maintenance book
- Option to save password or use fingerprint login
- Integration with phone wallet for membership cards
- Track bike construction status
- More useful content for riders (beyond marketing)
In-app purchases
Zero Motorcycles NextGen
No in-app purchases
MyDucati
No in-app purchases
Questions
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