Just The Watts vs BHRide
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Just The Watts
This cycling app connects to your Bluetooth sensors for real-time indoor training data. Follow structured workouts or create your own, with virtual power options available. It offers a clean interface focused on your ride, without subscriptions or ads.
- Bluetooth sensor pairing
- Real-time training data
- FTP-based intervals
- Custom workout creation
- Virtual power option
- Clean, focused interface
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Just the Watts is a simple, no-frills cycling app built for indoor training. Pair your Bluetooth power meter, speed sensor, cadence sensor, and heart rate monitor to see real-time data while you ride. You can follow structured workouts based on your FTP or create your own from scratch. No subscriptions, no fluff—just the watts. You’ll get: Real-time data from your Bluetooth sensors FTP-based intervals and fully custom workouts Virtual power if you don’t have a power meter (just pair a speed sensor and select your trainer) A clean, easy-to-use interface that keeps you focused on the ride Built for iPhone and iPad. Trainer only (not for outdoor rides). If you're looking for a straightforward way to track your power indoors, this is it. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
BHRide
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Paying hundreds per month just to ride your indoor bike? BHRide is a one-time purchase — no subscriptions, ever. BHRide is a subscription-free indoor cycling companion app. Connect to any BLE fitness machine via the FTMS protocol (such as BH H919S) and track your power, cadence, virtual speed, and distance in real time. Buy once, use forever. No subscription. No ads. No account. No internet needed. KEY FEATURES: ◆ One-Time Purchase, No Subscription, No Ads All features unlocked forever. No monthly fees, annual fees, hidden charges, or ads interrupting your ride. ◆ Real-Time Metrics Live display of power (W), cadence (RPM), virtual speed (km/h), distance, ride time, and calories burned. Virtual speed is calculated from power using physics-based modeling. ◆ Route Simulation 21 built-in loop routes across three terrains — Park, Mountain, and Flat — with distances from 3km to 50km. Each route features warm-up, climbs, recovery sections, and cool-down. Grade automatically controls your bike's resistance (ERG mode) to simulate real outdoor riding. ◆ Route Elevation Map Full route overview + scrollable zoomed view with color-coded gradient strips showing your real-time progress. ◆ Target Power Control Custom power target with slider (0-500W), quick presets, or direct input. Controls your bike's resistance directly via the FTMS protocol. ◆ Health Integration Save completed rides to Apple Health with full per-second power, cadence, and speed data (iOS 17+). ◆ TCX File Export Export rides as standard TCX files via the iOS share sheet. Save them locally or send them to other apps. BHRide itself never uploads any data to any external server. ◆ Bilingual Interface Instant switch between Chinese and English. ◆ Fully Offline, No Data Collection BHRide makes no network connections of any kind. No account required. No analytics, tracking, or uploads. All ride data stays on your device, or is written to Apple Health only with your explicit permission. COMPATIBLE DEVICES: Works with any indoor bike or smart trainer that supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) FTMS protocol, including but not limited to BH Fitness H919S. NOTE: A compatible BLE fitness machine is required for full functionality. Virtual speed and distance are estimates calculated from power output, not actual travel data.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BHRide at none against Just The Watts's 1. On price, ads, device support 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
Both are free to download. Just The Watts sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. BHRide asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Just The Watts | BHRide |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zachary Bell | Roy Lin |
In-app purchases
Just The Watts
- Premium$4.991 Month
BHRide
No in-app purchases









