Bimano Boulder vs Synda
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bimano Boulder
Discover bouldering locations across Switzerland and Europe with detailed photo topos, maps, and area information. Navigate to parking and public transport, and contribute missing details. The content is regularly updated with new areas and features.
- Extensive bouldering location database
- Detailed photo topos and area maps
- Access and public transport information
- User-submitted feedback for missing data
- Regular content updates
- Navigation to parking areas
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With the Bimano Boulder App, you have access to almost all bouldering possibilities in Switzerland as well as some of the best-known areas in Europe. All bouldering opportunities are documented with detailed photo topos, area maps and overview sketches. Each area is described with accesses, general info, special features and special information. Navigation to parking areas and information on public transport is integrated. The contents of the app are constantly being revised and expanded. New areas, new boulders and additional information are constantly added and updated. Missing information can be added by the user with a feedback button. The app will continue to be equipped with new functions. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://bimano.ch/boulder/impressum/
Synda
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Synda is the essential app for open water swimmers. Whether you're training solo or swimming with a group, Synda keeps you safe, tracks your progress, and connects you with fellow swimmers. SWIM TRACKING Record every swim with GPS route mapping. Track distance, duration, pace, strokes, heart rate, and calories. Review your swim history with detailed stats and maps. https://synda.is/terms DISCOVER & SHARE SWIM SPOTS Find popular open water swimming locations near you. Browse swim spots discovered by the community, complete with photos, conditions, and reviews. Add your own favourite spots to help fellow swimmers discover new places to swim. SMARTWATCH INTEGRATION Connect your Garmin or Apple Watch for automatic swim recording. Heart rate, stroke count, and distance sync directly from your wrist. Start a swim from your phone and your watch begins recording automatically. SWIM LOG & HISTORY Keep a detailed log of every swim. View routes on a map, compare performances, and track your progress over time. WEATHER & CONDITIONS Check water temperature, wind, waves, and weather conditions before you head out. Make informed decisions about when and where to swim. COMMUNITY See where other swimmers are active. Share your swims and connect with the open water swimming community. SYNDA PRO Unlock advanced features including unlimited swim history, detailed analytics, and priority safety beacon access. Whether you're a seasoned marathon swimmer or just getting started with open water swimming, Synda has everything you need to swim smarter and safer. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.synda.is/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://www.synda.is/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Synda at every 2 weeks against Bimano Boulder's every 2 months. 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. Bimano Boulder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Synda sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Bimano Boulder ships an update every 2 months, Synda every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bimano Boulder | Synda |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 221 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bimano GmbH | Synda ehf |
In-app purchases
Bimano Boulder
- Monthly subscription$7.991 Month
- Yearly subscription$60.991 Year
Synda
- Synda Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
- Synda Pro Yearly14 Days trial$59.991 Year









