Comparison

Pelorus vs Forest

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

Head to head
About

Pelorus

Features
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Welcome to the Pelorus App! This is your portal into the plans, details, and logistics for your upcoming Pelorus experience. With this app, you will have all the information you need at your fingertips with no need for an internet connection. Here are some of the features you will have access to: - Your Pelorus itinerary with at-a-glance, day-by-day summary - Accommodation info - All your essential travel documents - Live flight updates - Destination weather reports - Local maps with tailored points of interest and recommendations - Emergency contact information

About

Forest

This app provides a sustainable and fun way to travel around London using shared electric bikes. Unlock bikes easily, enjoy free ride minutes on pay-as-you-go rides, and choose from various plans for the best value.

Highlights
  • Thousands of ebikes across London
  • Free ride minutes on PAYG
  • Affordable unlock fee
  • Subscription plans available
  • Eco-friendly transportation
  • B Corp Certified
Features
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Get from A to B with Forest, London’s homegrown shared ebike. Switch your usual journey by train or bus for a faster, fun, and more sustainable way to get around. Plus, we’re the only shared ebike app that after a £1 unlock, gives you up to 30 free ride minutes on every Pay As You Go (PAYG) ride. HOW TO GET STARTED: 1. Download the app, create a free account and accept our Terms and Conditions. 2. Find your nearest Forest bike out of thousands across London using the map in the app. 3. Unlock a bike for £1 using the QR codes on the bike itself, or by tapping the selected bike on the app. 4. Enjoy an emissions free ride! WAYS TO RIDE: 1. PAYG: Simply unlock a bike for £1, get up to 30 free ride minutes, then pay 29p thereafter. 2. Buy a bundle: If you’re making longer trips, or planning multiple trips over a longer time. 3. Subscribe to Forest Plus: If you want the best value riding option. Always ride responsibly, respect other road users, and follow the safety guidance provided in the Forest app. WHY YOU SHOULD RIDE WITH FOREST: Choose from thousands of ebikes available across 18 boroughs of London with free ride minutes available every day. Gain additional free ride minutes by watching ads. We’re B Corp Certified and have run a zero-emissions operation since day one.

Screenshots

Pelorus4 screens
Forest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Forest at weekly against Pelorus'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

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

Pelorus ships an update every 2 months, Forest weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pelorus versus Forest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPelorusForest
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (834 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—11.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—834 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB230 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPelorusHuman Forest Limited

Bugs and requests

Pelorus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Forest

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes frequently
  • Inability to properly end rides and park bikes
  • Inconsistent GPS tracking and bike availability
  • Login and password reset issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve app stability and responsiveness
  • Provide clearer information on parking and no-ride zones
  • Maintain high service quality and bike condition
  • Offer transparent and fair pricing structure

In-app purchases

None

Pelorus

No in-app purchases

None

Forest

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pelorus free?
Pelorus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Forest free?
Forest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pelorus or Forest have ads?
Neither Pelorus nor Forest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pelorus or Forest?
Pelorus ships an update every 2 months, and Forest weekly. Most recently, Pelorus was updated on October 25, 2026 and Forest on October 30, 2026.

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