# CycleMaps vs cycle.travel

The clearest difference is update cadence: CycleMaps at every 5 days against cycle.travel's every 6 weeks. CycleMaps also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). cycle.travel's advantage is review sentiment (92% vs 63%) and ratings volume (65 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CycleMaps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year and cycle.travel sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CycleMaps holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: cycle.travel has 65 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of CycleMaps's written reviews are positive against 92% of cycle.travel's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

CycleMaps ships an update every 5 days, cycle.travel every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CycleMaps | cycle.travel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclemaps/id428397791/reviews)** | [4.8 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cycletravel-map-and-planner/id1619632879/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **65** |
| Positive reviews | 62.9% of reviews | **91.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 58 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [motocode ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/428397794) | [Editions Systeme D](https://appshunter.io/developer/1390388910) |

## What reviewers say

### CycleMaps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclemaps/id428397791)

This app plans bicycle routes using multiple data sources, prioritizing cycle paths and quiet streets worldwide. It offers turn-by-turn navigation, offline maps, and Apple Watch integration for a seamless cycling experience. Track your rides, view elevation profiles, and import/export routes.

**Highlights:** Worldwide bicycle route planning, Turn-by-turn navigation, Offline maps, Apple Watch integration, Ride tracking & Apple Health sync, GPX/KML import/export, Cycle path overlays

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CycleMaps Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| CycleMaps Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| CycleMaps Premium Family Year | $29.99 | per year |
| CycleMaps Premium Family Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Watch Trial | Free | one-time |
| CycleMaps Premium Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |
| CycleMaps Premium Family | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent route planning
- 👍 Quiet/safe route options
- 👍 Useful for exploring new areas
- 👍 Good for commuting and leisure rides
- 👍 Helpful for mobility scooter users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional route suggestions on unsafe roads
- 🐛 Delayed or inaccurate voice instructions
- 🐛 Slow map redraw and loading issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Confusing or unintuitive user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect GPS location detection
- Inability to sign up or reset password
- Crashes or freezes when using certain features

**Requested features**

- Option to avoid hills, stairs, or unpaved paths
- Ability to reverse or edit saved routes
- Automatic rerouting when going off course
- Display of bike share station locations and availability
- Voice navigation through connected Bluetooth headphones


### cycle.travel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cycletravel-map-and-planner/id1619632879)

Discover the quietest and most scenic cycling routes with turn-by-turn directions and offline maps. Plan anything from a short commute to a long touring holiday, avoiding busy roads and traffic. Become a supporter for additional map layers and features.

**Highlights:** Quiet road routing, Traffic-free cycleway navigation, Turn-by-turn directions, Offline maps, Route planning for all trip lengths, Scenic road selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coffee Supporter | $1.99 | per month |
| Cake Supporter | $3.99 | per month |
| Beer Supporter | $7.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent route planning
- 🗺️ Prioritizes quiet/off-road paths
- ✅ Easy to use and intuitive
- 🚀 Seamless export to Garmin
- 💡 Finds hidden gems and out-of-the-way places

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't always reroute automatically
- 🐛 Sometimes loses precise location
- 🐛 Audio cues pause media
- 🐛 Interface can be clunky on mobile
- 🐛 Difficulty planning from home

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons do nothing when planning route
- Route shown starts miles away from current location
- Route ends miles away from destination
- Doesn't reroute automatically
- Loses precise location

**Requested features**

- Choice of multiple routes
- Option for less/more elevation gain
- Option for shortest/most secure/most touristic routes
- Ability to construct custom routes based on fitness
- Ability to choose entire routes with multiple stages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CycleMaps free?

CycleMaps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is cycle.travel free?

cycle.travel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CycleMaps or cycle.travel?

CycleMaps is rated higher. CycleMaps averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while cycle.travel averages 4.8 from 65 ratings.

### Do CycleMaps or cycle.travel have ads?

Neither CycleMaps nor cycle.travel shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CycleMaps or cycle.travel?

CycleMaps ships an update every 5 days, and cycle.travel every 6 weeks. Most recently, CycleMaps was updated on November 7, 2026 and cycle.travel on November 7, 2026.

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