Comparison

World Bike Map vs Root

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

Head to head
About

World Bike Map

Discover safe and scenic cycle routes away from traffic using smart algorithms and global maps. This app offers bike-specific routing options, points of interest, and live GPS navigation for cyclists. Record rides, export GPX files, and integrate with health apps.

Highlights
  • Bike-friendly route discovery
  • Cycle-specific routing options
  • Bike-focused points of interest
  • Live GPS navigation
  • Ride recording and GPX export
  • Health integration
Features
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Discover safe and scenic cycle routes with powerful bike navigation. This is a simple yet intelligent cycling app that helps you find bike-friendly routes away from traffic using smart algorithms and global maps. Whether you're commuting or exploring, this GPS cycling route planner makes it easy to ride with confidence. INTUITIVE BIKE MAP Designed for simplicity, this bike navigation app features a visually striking interface made for use directly on your handlebars. One-touch controls and auto-rotating maps keep you focused on the ride, not the screen. AFFORDABLE SUBSCRIPTION Unlock all features with an extremely competitive annual plan costing less than a cup of coffee! CYCLE-SPECIFIC ROUTING OPTIONS Choose from fastest, quietest, shortest or balanced cycling routes. Quietest routes avoid busy roads. See route elevation profiles and estimated times based on effort, not just distance. BIKE-FOCUSED POINTS OF INTEREST Our maps highlight POIs useful for cycle shops, secure parking, cafes, shelters, and pubs—so you’ll always find what you need. GPS BIKE NAVIGATION FROM YOUR HANDLEBARS Stay on course with live GPS navigation for cyclists. The map rotates to follow movement. Record rides and revisit them, or export GPX files to other apps and devices. HEALTH INTEGRATION Connect with Apple Health to track heart rate and energy used riding. Routes are color-coded according to energy used. DISCOVER CYCLING ROUTES NEAR YOU Find new and hidden bike routes in your local area. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to experience familiar streets from a new perspective, with routes that avoid traffic. COMMUNITY-POWERED BIKE MAPS Built on OpenCycleMap, powered by a global community. Become a contributor and help keep the map accurate and up to date for everyone. MAP OPTIONS FOR CYCLISTS Toggle between satellite view and detailed map layers. See terrain, infrastructure, and points of interest clearly. GLOBAL BIKE MAP COVERAGE Zoom out to explore worldwide cycle networks, or zoom in to see detailed local cycling infrastructure, quiet routes, and facilities near you. Ready to rediscover your local area on your bicycle? Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.worldbikemap.com/privacy

About

Root

Features
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Root – Ride Smarter Ride smarter. Plan better routes. Track your progress. Root is a motorcycle companion app built for riders who want more from every journey. Whether you’re commuting, touring, or exploring new roads, Root helps you plan, track, and connect — all in one place. Plan & Save Routes Create and customise routes in seconds. Save your favourite rides and build your own collection of roads worth riding again. Track Your Rides Use GPS tracking to record your journeys and see your route history clearly mapped out. Personal Ride Analytics See distance, ride stats, and progress over time. Turn every ride into measurable improvement. Earn XP & Level Up Every mile counts. Earn experience points as you ride and watch your level grow. Join Rider Groups Connect with other riders, join groups, and share routes within the community. Root is designed for real motorcyclists who value progress, planning, and community. Download Root and make every ride count. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

World Bike Map4 screens
Root4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: World Bike Map at 4 against Root's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. World Bike Map sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year and Root sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
World Bike Map versus Root: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWorld Bike MapRoot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB32 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBenjamin Collinsben hodge

In-app purchases

1 purchases

World Bike Map

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription1 Year trial$2.991 Year
2 purchases

Root

Subscriptions2
  • Root Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Root Pro Yearly$19.991 Year

Questions

Is World Bike Map free?
World Bike Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Root free?
Root is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do World Bike Map or Root have ads?
Neither World Bike Map nor Root shows ads.

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