# Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker vs WorkOutDoors

The clearest difference is price: Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker at Free against WorkOutDoors's $8.99. Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (19K vs 1.7K). WorkOutDoors's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (88% vs 75%). On rating, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker is free to download; WorkOutDoors costs $8.99 up front. Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and WorkOutDoors sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker against 4.7 for WorkOutDoors. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker has 19K ratings behind it against 1.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker's written reviews are positive against 88% of WorkOutDoors's.

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker ships an update every 10 days, WorkOutDoors every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker | WorkOutDoors |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $8.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclemeter-cycling-gps-tracker/id330595774/reviews)** | [4.7 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workoutdoors/id1241909999/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 1.7K |
| Positive reviews | 74.9% of reviews | **87.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#9** |
| Size | 112 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Abvio Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/326498707) | [CCS Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/569489568) |

## What reviewers say

### Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclemeter-cycling-gps-tracker/id330595774)

This app transforms your iPhone into a comprehensive cycling tracker and training tool. It offers advanced metrics, customizable stats, training plans, and live data for cycling, running, and hiking. Features include GPS tracking, navigation, safety alerts, and detailed performance analysis.

**Highlights:** Cycling-specific GPS tracking, Barometric altimeter for ascent/descent, Google Maps integration for navigation, Live tracking for safety, Configurable workout pages and data, Customizable training plans, Voice-enabled hands-free control

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elite Upgrade | $4.99 | per month |
| Elite Upgrade | $9.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $29.99 | per year |
| Elite Upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent cycling companion
- 👍 Highly customizable and configurable
- ⏱️ Accurate tracking and data recording
- 💰 Great value for money
- 🤝 Reliable and responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional GPS/connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery drain concerns
- 📊 Confusing or overwhelming settings
- 💸 Subscription model for advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- Unexpected workout stops
- Inaccurate speed and distance reporting
- Syncing issues with Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode on iPhone
- Apple Watch standalone mode
- Improved integration with other fitness apps
- Gradient/elevation data display
- More advanced power meter support


### WorkOutDoors

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workoutdoors/id1241909999)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Paid · Health & Fitness, #119 Top Paid (US App Store)

This advanced workout app for Apple Watch offers extensive customization for outdoor activities like running, cycling, and hiking. It features detailed maps, navigation, and over 800 data fields for comprehensive workout tracking and analysis.

**Highlights:** Advanced vector maps with navigation, Configurable workout screens with 800+ data fields, Route import and turn-by-turn directions, Customizable alerts and interval schedules, Waypoint creation and navigation, Workout export (FIT/TCX/GPX) and Strava integration, Offline map support

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Very Generous Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Massive Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fanatical Tip | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 🗺️ Excellent offline maps and navigation
- 📊 Comprehensive data and metrics
- 👍 Seamless Strava integration
- 💻 Responsive developer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes
- 🌐 Lack of language support (only English)
- 🔍 Difficult to find specific routes/tracks

**Reported bugs**

- Heart rate tracking issues
- Inconsistent distance/pace tracking
- Trouble connecting to Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Shoe tracking
- Cumulative workout stats (weekly/monthly)
- Ability to edit/trim recorded workouts
- Automatic pause/resume during workouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker free?

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is WorkOutDoors free?

WorkOutDoors costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker or WorkOutDoors?

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker is rated higher. Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while WorkOutDoors averages 4.7 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker or WorkOutDoors have ads?

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker shows ads; WorkOutDoors does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker or WorkOutDoors?

Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker ships an update every 10 days, and WorkOutDoors every 3 months. Most recently, Cyclemeter Cycling GPS Tracker was updated on November 5, 2026 and WorkOutDoors on November 5, 2026.

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