Comparison

Cyql vs Quick Gear

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

Head to head
About

Cyql

Connect with cyclists and clubs for group rides, communication, and gear exchange. Discover new routes, plan rides, and stay informed about the cycling community. Share experiences and ride together globally.

Highlights
  • Create, find, and share rides
  • Group ride safety features
  • Integrated communication
  • Cycling community marketplace
  • GPX route discovery
  • Ride planning and tracking
  • Push notifications for updates
Features
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Cyql - Connect cyclists and clubs Whether you're cycling solo, looking for a new group to ride with, or part of a cycling club, Cyql is your ultimate cycling companion and guide in the world of biking. Ride together or alone Create, find, and share rides based on speed, distance, and duration. Cycle safer in groups by setting clear expectations in advance. Introduce individual cyclists to clubs and communities through public rides in your region or globally. Efficient communication Say goodbye to cluttered app groups. All relevant communication about your cycling activities is found in one app. Community & connection Use the face book to get to know fellow cyclists from your club. Embrace the global cycling community, discover new riders, clubs, and cycling hubs, and establish new connections. Marketplace for cyclists Buy or sell cycling gear in a trusted manner within the community. A platform by and for cyclists. Stay informed Receive the latest news, check the calendar, and never miss an update with handy push notifications. Plan, track, and organize your rides with ease. Route inspiration Explore the GPX database. Get inspired by routes from other cyclists and discover new paths. Create your own ride, personalize it, and invite others. You have the option to make your ride public or private. Discover, share & ride together Wherever you are in the world, with Cyql, you're always connected to a community of passionate cyclists. Discover the world of cycling, share your experiences, and ride together.

About

Quick Gear

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Quick Gear turns your smart trainer into the perfect companion for Apple Fitness+ cycling workouts. Or just for a great ride without complicated apps or extra subscriptions. WHY QUICK GEAR? Created as a companion app for Apple Fitness+ to make cycling workouts seamless. Simple resistance control through five customizable buttons that let you adjust your smart trainer's resistance instantly during your workout. But the app is also perfect for just getting on your bike without complicated cycling apps or subscriptions. Privacy first: collects no data or metrics in the cloud, stores no data or metrics locally except the name of the connected device. FEATURES • Five large, easy-to-tap preset buttons • Switch between resistance (%) and power (watts) modes • Customize each preset with your preferred resistance levels • Real-time RPM and power display (if supported by your trainer) • Remembers your last-used trainer—automatic reconnection • Works in the background while Fitness+ plays • Dark mode interface designed for quick glances during workouts HOW IT WORKS Connect your smart trainer via Bluetooth to your iPhone. Start your Apple Fitness+ cycling workout on an iPad. Tap a button when the instructor calls for a resistance change. Focus on your workout, not on complicated controls. PERFECT FOR • Apple Fitness+ subscribers with a smart trainer • Cyclists who want simple, direct resistance control without the hassle of cycling apps • Anyone looking to maximize their training without multiple app subscriptions COMPATIBLE TRAINERS Works with FTMS-compatible smart trainers such as Zwift Hub, Wahoo KICKR, Tacx, Elite, and other Bluetooth trainers supporting the FTMS protocol. Tested with: Zwift Hub Please let us know which other devices are or aren't compatible. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone 6s or later with iOS 15.1+ • FTMS-compatible smart trainer (e.g., Zwift Hub, Wahoo KICKR, Tacx) • Bluetooth connection Quick Gear uses the FTMS Bluetooth protocol to communicate directly with your trainer. No accounts, no subscriptions, no complicated setup—just simple, effective control.

Screenshots

Cyql4 screens
Quick Gear4 screens

Verdict

The call

Cyql and Quick Gear are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

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

Cyql ships an update every 3 weeks, Quick Gear every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Cyql versus Quick Gear: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCyqlQuick Gear
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size171 MB37 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperCyql B.V.DiversIT Europe B.V.

In-app purchases

None

Cyql

No in-app purchases

None

Quick Gear

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cyql free?
Cyql is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Quick Gear free?
Quick Gear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cyql or Quick Gear have ads?
Neither Cyql nor Quick Gear shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cyql or Quick Gear?
Cyql ships an update every 3 weeks, and Quick Gear every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cyql was updated on October 24, 2026 and Quick Gear on October 5, 2026.

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