Comparison

Cadence vs CycleWind

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

Head to head
About

Cadence

Track outdoor and indoor workouts with GPS and Bluetooth sensors. Customize data screens with over 200 metrics and follow routes with turn-by-turn navigation. Analyze efforts with detailed stats and charts, and use your Apple Watch independently.

Highlights
  • GPS tracking for outdoor & indoor workouts
  • Customizable data screens with 200+ metrics
  • Bluetooth sensor connectivity
  • Route import and turn-by-turn navigation
  • Apple Watch standalone support
  • Workout analysis with detailed stats
  • Bike radar support
Features
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Why spend $300+ on a dedicated Garmin, Wahoo, or Hammerhead device when Cadence brings those features to your iPhone and Apple Watch? Record workouts, follow routes, view live metrics, and analyze every effort with detailed stats and charts. “In a sea of fitness apps, Cadence stands out.” - Outside Magazine “Absolutely blown away – replacing my Garmin.” - App Store Review “I’ve never had a better support experience for a service or product in my life.” - App Store Review TRACK OUTDOORS & INDOORS Effortlessly track both your outdoor and indoor workouts using GPS, Apple Watch, and Bluetooth sensors. Build unlimited, fully customizable data screens with up to 24 metrics each, and swipe through as many as you like. Choose from 250+ metrics, including charts, elevation profiles, maps, and more, so your most important data is always in view. CONNECT YOUR BLUETOOTH SENSORS Use the devices you already own, including heart rate monitors, power meters, speed and cadence sensors, bike trainers, Shimano Di2, tire pressure sensors, ActiveLook AR glasses, and more. ROUTES & NAVIGATION Never get lost with custom routes and turn-by-turn voice navigation. Import GPX routes from Strava, Komoot, Ride with GPS, and other sources, or create your own directly in the app. Stay on course and keep recording whether your phone is mounted on your handlebars or tucked away in your pocket. APPLE WATCH SUPPORT Leave your phone behind and use Cadence on Apple Watch for standalone running and cycling activities with fully customizable screens. You can also use your Apple Watch as a heart rate monitor while connected to your iPhone. ANALYZE EVERY EFFORT Review every workout with detailed statistics, colorful charts, lap and mile splits, heart rate and power zones, and more. Your activity history stays on your device by default for privacy and control. Share to services like Strava, Intervals.icu, Apple Health, and Garmin Connect only when you choose. ---------- Unlock advanced features without spending $300+ on another device: BIKE RADAR SUPPORT Ride with added awareness using supported bike radars including Garmin Varia, Cycplus, Giant, Magene, Magicshine, and others. Get visual and audio alerts plus advanced radar metrics like car speed and time to pass, giving you more time to react. TRAINING PLANS & STRUCTURED WORKOUTS Follow structured workouts with a focused, customizable workout interface built for interval training. Choose from 400+ workouts or build your own with the detailed workout editor. ESTIMATED POWER No power meter? No problem. Cadence estimates your cycling power on outdoor rides from your speed, weight, the grade, your riding position, the road surface, and the wind. See live power, zones, and charts without buying a power meter, and add estimated power to rides you’ve already recorded. STRAVA LIVE SEGMENTS Compete against your best and most recent Strava efforts with a detailed, customizable live segment experience. View nearby segments and switch between them during your workout. OFFLINE MAPS Download maps for reliable navigation and tracking even in remote areas without cell service. LIVE TRACKING Share your live location, route, and workout stats with friends and family using a private link. Built with privacy in mind, you stay in control of what gets shared and when. ---------- There’s much more to explore, from advanced training tools to deep sensor support. Visit getcadence.app to learn more. FREE TO USE Cadence is free to use with some feature limitations. UNLOCK MORE WITH PRO OR ELITE Upgrade to Pro or Elite for advanced features. See plan details in the app. Yearly plans include a 7-day free trial. Subscriptions are managed through your App Store account. Privacy Policy: getcadence.app/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions: getcadence.app/terms-and-conditions

About

CycleWind

Features
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CycleWind delivers real-time wind intelligence and live workout metrics for serious cyclists—all on one sunlight-readable dashboard. Key Features Live Apple Watch Integration Stream heart rate (bpm) and cycling cadence (rpm) in real time during Apple Watch workouts Clean authorization flow with helpful empty states Seamless background updates while you ride Advanced Wind Analysis Three-compass wind display: large relative-wind compass plus two north-up compasses (Wind and Travel) Instant head/tail/crosswind classification with color-coded ring indicators See exactly where the wind is coming from and how it affects your ride Powered by the free Open-Meteo weather API—no subscription required Real-Time Ride Metrics GPS speed and direction in km/h (CoreLocation) Barometric pressure with 24-hour trend arrow Interactive 24-hour pressure chart (Swift Charts) to track weather changes All metrics update live as you ride Built for the Road Dark, high-contrast design optimized for outdoor sunlight readability One-screen dashboard—no scrolling or tapping while riding Large rounded typography and SF Symbols for at-a-glance clarity Card-based layout keeps every metric organized Perfect For Road cyclists tracking headwinds and tailwinds Training rides where wind and cadence matter Riders who want pressure trends to anticipate weather shifts Anyone who needs live workout data alongside environmental conditions CycleWind only reads the data you authorize (heart rate and cycling cadence). No data is stored or transmitted beyond your device. Wind and pressure data comes from the public Open-Meteo API. Ride smarter. See the wind. Track what matters. Download CycleWind and transform how you understand every ride.

Screenshots

Cadence4 screens
CycleWind4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CycleWind at none against Cadence's 7. CycleWind also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 6 days). Cadence's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Cadence sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. CycleWind asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cadence ships an update every 6 days, CycleWind daily. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Cadence versus CycleWind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCadenceCycleWind
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews91.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size141 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeven BoldMike Matheson

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Cadence

Subscriptions7
  • Pro - 1 Month - Legacy$2.991 Month
  • Pro - 1 Month$2.991 Month
  • Elite - 1 Month$5.991 Month
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  • Remove Ads - 1 Year - Legacy$6.991 Year
  • Pro - 1 Year - Legacy$19.991 Year
  • Pro - 1 Year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Elite - 1 Year7 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

CycleWind

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cadence free?
Cadence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CycleWind free?
CycleWind is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cadence or CycleWind have ads?
Neither Cadence nor CycleWind shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cadence or CycleWind?
Cadence ships an update every 6 days, and CycleWind daily. Most recently, Cadence was updated on November 7, 2026 and CycleWind on November 6, 2026.

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