Comparison

Torp Controller vs BONNELL e

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

Head to head
About

Torp Controller

This app connects to your e-bike's controller via Bluetooth, allowing you to customize power, speed, and safety settings. Monitor battery health, track ride logs, and stay updated with the latest upgrades for an optimized riding experience.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Customize power and speed
  • Adjust safety limits
  • Monitor battery cell voltage and temperature
  • Track and share ride logs
  • Manage e-bike factory settings
Features
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Torp Controller App is a user-friendly iOS-based smartphone App, developed and owned by Torp d.o.o. It has been developed especially for TC500 and TC1000 Controllers. Install Torp TC500 or TC1000 Controller to your e-bike and connect it with Bluetooth to your smartphone. Change the settings through an easy-to-read display and have all important stats and ride logs on the palm of your hand. Stay up-to-date with all the upgrades and get the best out of your ride! The App allows users to adjust the Controller's power, speed, and other safety limits according to the Battery they use (Stock, Modified, Custom), they can keep or disable the e-bike's factory settings (kick-stand sensor, crash sensor, power mode button, stock display, and brake switch) and monitor and share their riding logs. TC500 and TC1000 Controllers are in constant communication with your e-bike's BMS. This unique feature allows you to track your battery's cell voltage and temperature through the App and to always know how much power you have left for your trip.

About

BONNELL e

Fine-tune your e-MTB's performance with real-time data and custom ride modes. Adjust power, assist levels, and throttle settings for a personalized riding experience. Seamlessly connect via Bluetooth for instant feedback and control.

Highlights
  • Real-time dashboard (speed, power, temp)
  • Custom ride modes
  • Adjustable pedal assist
  • Throttle and sensitivity settings
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Odometer tracking
Features
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Ride Bonnell – Unlock Your Bike’s Full Potential The Ride Bonnell e-MTB app is your gateway to fine-tuned performance and real-time insights for the Bonnell 775 AM and 775 MX series. Whether you're dialing in custom ride modes or monitoring power output on the fly, this app puts total control at your fingertips. Real-Time Dashboard Track speed, power levels, motor temperature, RPM, and real-time power consumption—plus odometer stats and more. Get the data you need to push your ride to the next level. Precision Tuning & Customization Take full control of your bike’s performance with advanced tuning options. * Custom Ride Modes – Adjust power, torque, and speed limits to match your terrain and style. * Pedal Assist – Fine tune pedal assist settings or deactivate pedal assist to focus on full throttle riding. * Throttle & Sensitivity Settings – Fine-tune responsiveness for a dialed-in feel. Seamless Connectivity Easily sync your bike via Bluetooth for instant adjustments and live performance feedback. Built for Bonnell Riders The Ride Bonnell e-MTB app is designed exclusively for Bonnell 775 AM and 775 MX motor controllers, engineered and distributed by Bonnell and affiliated dealers. It is not compatible with other manufacturers' controllers. Powered by VESC, this app ensures peak efficiency, seamless performance, and a fully customized ride experience—because every adventure deserves a bike that's Tuned for Epic.

Screenshots

Torp Controller4 screens
BONNELL e4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BONNELL e at 100% against Torp Controller's 59%. BONNELL e also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Torp Controller's advantage is ratings volume (22 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BONNELL e holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Torp Controller has 22 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Torp Controller's written reviews are positive against 100% of BONNELL e's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Torp Controller ships an update every 6 weeks, BONNELL e every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Torp Controller versus BONNELL e: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTorp ControllerBONNELL e
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (22 ratings)4.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings22 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size219 MB51 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTorpBONNELL

Customer experience

Torp Controller

All ratings22 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral4.5%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral11.8%
Negative29.4%

BONNELL e

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Torp Controller

No in-app purchases

None

BONNELL e

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Torp Controller free?
Torp Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BONNELL e free?
BONNELL e is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Torp Controller or BONNELL e?
BONNELL e is rated higher. Torp Controller averages 4.3 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while BONNELL e averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Torp Controller or BONNELL e have ads?
Neither Torp Controller nor BONNELL e shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Torp Controller or BONNELL e?
Torp Controller ships an update every 6 weeks, and BONNELL e every 5 days. Most recently, Torp Controller was updated on October 1, 2026 and BONNELL e on September 20, 2026.

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