Comparison

Wahoo vs Tacx Training™

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

Head to head
About

Wahoo

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a powerful fitness tracker for various activities like running, cycling, and strength training. It helps you visualize training zones, analyze past workouts, and connect with Bluetooth sensors for detailed data. You can also manage and update compatible Wahoo devices.

Highlights
  • Record indoor and outdoor workouts
  • Visualize training zones (power, heart rate)
  • Analyze activity history from Wahoo devices
  • Pair and use multiple Bluetooth sensors
  • Connect, update, and set up Wahoo devices
  • Control KICKR smart bikes and trainers
  • Accurate calorie burn calculation
Features
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◇ Build the better athlete within yourself ◇ Wahoo harnesses the power of your iPhone or iPad to transform the way you ride, run, and train to reach your personalized fitness goals. Visit www.wahoofitness.com to learn more about Wahoo products. ◇ Features ◇ ◇ Record workouts for both indoor and outdoor activities across running, cycling, strength training, and more. ◇ Visualize and manage your training zones for power and heart rate in a single place. ◇ Analyze your activity history from all your Wahoo devices. Get a summary of results from your entire workout, including GPS route, organized by date, and workout type. ◇ Easily find and pair Bluetooth Smart sensors to track heart rate, stride rate data, cycling power, speed, cadence, and more. Even use multiple sensors at the same time. ◇ Discover, connect, and update Wahoo devices via the app. Find comprehensive setup guides to help you onboard and use Wahoo hardware. ◇ Pair with KICKR smart bikes and trainers for the ultimate indoor cycling experience. Control the smart trainer in Passive, Target Power, Simulation, and Resistance modes. ◇ Get the most accurate calorie burn count when paired to a power meter or heart rate monitor. Add age, weight, and height to get your personalized caloric burn. ◇ Share workouts to your favorite training websites, including: Adidas Running Apple Health Dropbox Komoot MapMyFitness MapMyTracks MyFitnessPal RideWithGPS Strava TrainingPeaks Share to email & export your .fit files Please Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can decrease battery life. MINIMUM DEVICE REQUIREMENTS iPhone/iPad: iOS 16 Terms of Service: https://www.wahoofitness.com/terms-of-service

About

Tacx Training™

Transform indoor cycling into immersive outdoor experiences. Connect to a smart trainer to simulate real-world terrain and track performance data. Enjoy virtual rides, challenges, and sync with other devices for comprehensive training.

Highlights
  • Simulate real-world climbs and descents
  • Real-time speed, power, and cadence data
  • Automatic trainer resistance adjustment
  • Syncs with Garmin Connect and Coach
  • Virtual GroupRides and challenges
  • Access to 500+ video routes (Premium)
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RIDE INDOORS, FEEL OUTDOORS Connect your Tacx™ smart trainer with the Tacx Training app to turn indoor sessions into immersive rides. Tackle steep Alpine and Pyrenean climbs or conquer the cobblestones of Roubaix right from your living room. New routes around the world are added every month. TRAIN WITH REAL DATA, IN REAL TIME When paired with a compatible Tacx smart trainer and other accessories, you can see speed, power, cadence, and heart rate data on screen while your trainer resistance auto-adjusts for realistic climbs and descents. Connect with a Tacx Alpine gradient simulator for an even more immersive climbing and descending experience. INTEGRATE WITH OTHER GARMIN PRODUCTS When you finish a workout in the app, the data automatically uploads to the Garmin Connect™ app to update performance stats, inform training plan workout recommendations, and more. Your Garmin Connect workouts are automatically synced with the Tacx Training app. MOTIVATION THAT LASTS Earn badges by completing challenges, ride with others in real time, or organize virtual GroupRides with your Tacx friends. Download and use the app for free, or upgrade to premium at any time. Free: • Create and perform workouts based on slope, power, or FTP • View and complete your scheduled workouts from Garmin Connect and Garmin Coach • Your rides and workouts automatically sync to Garmin Connect for analysis • View your data across phone, tablet, and desktop Premium: • Gain access to more than 500 high-quality video routes • Download your favorite videos and ride offline • See other live riders and ride with others in real time • Participate in multi-stage challenges • Plan virtual GroupRides with friends Requirements: • Bluetooth 4.0 or later for Tacx Smart trainer connections • Internet is required for video streaming and live features Don’t forget to contact our support team if you have any questions, concerns, or feature requests. Official Garmin app.

Screenshots

Wahoo4 screens
Tacx Training™4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tacx Training™ at none against Wahoo's 2. Tacx Training™ also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Wahoo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Tacx Training™ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Wahoo against 4.6 for Tacx Training™. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43K and 16K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 43% and 42% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, Tacx Training™ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Wahoo versus Tacx Training™: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWahooTacx Training™
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (43K ratings) — better4.6 (16K ratings)
Positive reviews42.5% of reviews — better42.2% of reviews
Number of ratings43K — better16K
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size389 MB362 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWahoo FitnessGarmin

Customer experience

Wahoo

All ratings43,447 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews1,498 reviews
Positive42.5%
Neutral10.2%
Negative47.3%

Tacx Training™

All ratings15,761 ratings
Positive90.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews728 reviews
Positive42.2%
Neutral12.5%
Negative45.3%

User reviews

Wahoo

From 43K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Tracks more than just pace and heart rate
  • 🚀 GPS tracking is sound
  • 👍 Audio announcements have good options
  • 👍 Works well with Zwift
  • 👍 Provides a consistent training experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently, especially for long workouts
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly even in battery saving mode
  • 🔒 Requires mandatory account creation and data sharing
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS and cadence tracking
  • 🐛 Inconsistent distance and calorie measurements

Tacx Training™

From 16K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great workout software
  • 🚀 Excellent video quality and variety
  • 🚀 Seamless integration with Garmin
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Realistic riding experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connection issues
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
  • 🐛 Crashes during rides
  • 🐛 Data loss and syncing problems
  • 🔒 Poor customer support

Bugs and requests

Wahoo

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes when connecting to trainer
  • Fails to record GPS, heart rate, and other sensor data
  • Syncing issues with Strava and other platforms
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between workout types

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow customization of data screens
  • Add ability to create and load pre-set workouts
  • Improve Strava and Apple Health integration
  • Bring back offline workout editing
  • Add an Apple Watch app for better integration

Tacx Training™

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inconsistent power and speed readings
  • Inability to resume paused rides
  • Connectivity issues with Bluetooth sensors
  • Calibration problems with trainers
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to download videos for offline use
  • More detailed performance analytics
  • Integration with other fitness apps (e.g. Apple Health)
  • Better customization options for data screens
  • Audio cues and prompts during workouts
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  • Ability to create and edit custom routes

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Wahoo

Subscriptions2
  • Wahoo Core14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Wahoo14 Days trial$17.991 Month
None

Tacx Training™

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wahoo free?
Wahoo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tacx Training™ free?
Tacx Training™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Wahoo or Tacx Training™?
Wahoo is rated higher. Wahoo averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while Tacx Training™ averages 4.6 from 16K ratings.
Do Wahoo or Tacx Training™ have ads?
Neither Wahoo nor Tacx Training™ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wahoo or Tacx Training™?
Wahoo ships an update fortnightly, and Tacx Training™ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wahoo was updated on October 1, 2026 and Tacx Training™ on September 30, 2026.

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