ZCRE vs Elite Square
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ZCRE
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App to control the exits of the Zwift time trial. Very useful for WTRL races where the starts are delayed and it is important not to pedal, warm up ...
Elite Square
This app allows cyclists to virtually replicate their outdoor bike's gear setup for indoor training. Customize gear ratios, select from presets, and integrate with smart trainers for a realistic riding experience.
- Virtual gear shifting
- Customizable gear ratios
- Smart trainer integration
- Sequential shifting mode
- Multiple user profiles
- Stand-alone mode
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Square is the ultimate companion app for cyclists who have purchased the Elite's Square smart frame. With virtual gear shifting, customizable gear ratios, and seamless integration with your smart trainer, you can replicate the feel of riding your outdoor bike indoors like never before. Virtual Gear Shifting Square lets you replicate the gear setups from the three major manufacturers: Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo. Customize your gear ratios and cassette teeth to match your exact outdoor bike setup. Whether you're tackling flat rides, mountain climbs, or hilly courses, you can choose from 13 preset configurations or adjust them manually. For added convenience, start immediately with a pre-set 12-speed Shimano profile (11-30) or create your own. Sequential Shifting For maximum convenience, Square features a customizable sequential shifting mode with 5 to 24 resistance levels, giving you smooth and intuitive control over your ride. Customizable Profiles With Square, you can create up to 5 different user profiles, each tailored to specific gear setups and riding preferences. Smart Trainer Integration Pair your Square frame effortlessly with your nearest detected smart trainer for a fully immersive indoor cycling experience. Stand-Alone Mode Pre-set a resistance level and ride without connecting to external apps. Key Features: Virtual gear shifting with customization for Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo setups 13 customizable presets for different gear ratios Sequential shifting with adjustable resistance levels (5-24) Pre-set profiles for Flat Rides, Mountain Climbs, and Hilly Courses Stand-alone mode with customizable resistance levels Up to 5 user profiles Seamless pairing with smart trainers Experience indoor cycling like never before—customize, control, and transform your training with Elite's Square smart frame. Download the app and get started today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ZCRE at daily against Elite Square's every 6 months. ZCRE also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ZCRE ships an update daily, Elite Square every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ZCRE | Elite Square |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Antonio Fernandez Herruzo | Elite srl |
In-app purchases
ZCRE
No in-app purchases
Elite Square
No in-app purchases
