Comparison

EBMX 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

EBMX

This app provides a real-time dashboard for your electric bike's performance, displaying speed, power, and other vital statistics. It also allows for in-depth customization of ride modes, speed limits, and power settings to optimize your bike's performance.

Highlights
  • Real-time performance dashboard
  • In-depth ride mode customization
  • Bike parameter setup
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Adjustable speed limits and power settings
Features
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About the EBMX X-9000 controller app The EBMX X-9000 app has two purposes. Firstly, it functions as an information dashboard displaying speed, power levels, and real-time bike statistics such as power consumption, temperatures, rpm, and odometer (plus more). Secondly, the settings tab allows for in-depth customization of your bike. In the settings General Setup menu, you will set up your bike parameters (bike type, motor type, battery type, sprocket size, wheel size…) to ensure the tune is correct for your components and to give safe ranges for the custom adjustments. Then in the other settings menus, you will be able to set up custom ride modes adjust speed limits, power settings and sensitivity, torque settings, field weakening, and many more custom settings to get your bike performing exactly how you want it. This mobile app is compatible with the EBMX X-9000 motor controller manufactured and distributed by EBMX and affiliated EBMX dealers and is not compatible with any other manufactures controllers. Main Features: 1. Advanced settings adjustment 2. Real-time dashboard for motor & riding information 3. Bluetooth connectivity 4. Powered by VESC

About

Bonnell e

Features
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Key Features & Highlights 1. Intuitive Homepage & System Monitor - Live Dashboard: Monitor battery percentage, real-time parameters, and system status at a glance. - My Garage: Manage stored bikes, switch between connected bikes, and access real-time fault information. 2. Advanced Performance Tuning (Basic & Advanced Modes) - 5 Customizable Power Modes: Independently adjust power limits, torque response, and trigger behavior for each mode. Reverse Mode includes adjustable speed and strength for easier maneuvering in tight situations. - Special Function Triggers: Configure the electronic finger lever for six available functions, including E-Clutch, Regenerative Braking, Traction Control, Boost, Wheel Lift Assist, and Speed Limiter, with additional tuning for each. - Throttle Dynamics: Choose from three throttle curves (Polynomial, Exponential, or Natural), adjust off-throttle regen, and calibrate both twist and finger throttles. 3. Ride Customization & Parental Controls - Smart General Controls: Enable Walk Mode for easier pushing and loading, adjust rear wheel diameter and gear ratios, or use Parental Controls to set limits for power, torque, and speed. - Health & Battery Management: Monitor battery usage, cell temperatures, and BMS data. Select an 80% or 100% charge limit and manage charging settings. - Display & Maintenance: Adjust display brightness and sound, install over-the-air firmware updates, and access system reset functions.

Screenshots

EBMX4 screens
Bonnell e4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bonnell e at every 6 days against EBMX's every 3 weeks. EBMX's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 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

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

EBMX ships an update every 3 weeks, Bonnell e every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
EBMX versus Bonnell e: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEBMXBonnell e
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCYC Motor Ltd.BONNELL

In-app purchases

None

EBMX

No in-app purchases

None

Bonnell e

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EBMX free?
EBMX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bonnell e free?
Bonnell e is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EBMX or Bonnell e have ads?
Neither EBMX nor Bonnell e shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EBMX or Bonnell e?
EBMX ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bonnell e every 6 days. Most recently, EBMX was updated on October 12, 2026 and Bonnell e on October 14, 2026.

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