Comparison

CycleComputer vs Navigr8

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

Head to head
About

CycleComputer

Track your cycling speed, distance, and route in real-time with customizable displays. This app offers automatic pausing, ride history management, and the ability to share your progress. It supports both metric and imperial units and calculates ascent and calories burned.

Highlights
  • Real-time speed, distance, and route tracking
  • Three unique ride displays (digital, analog, map)
  • Automatic stop/start timer
  • Ride history management
  • Ascent and calorie calculation
  • Background operation
  • Ride data sharing
Features
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CycleComputer is an iPhone app designed to track speed, distance and route in real time when cycling. It has three unique ride information displays and can manage rides history. Main features - Three different displays to choose from : digital, analog and map, each with large readings that let you capture all the information with just a glance - Easy to use, number of screens kept to a minimum - "Automode" that automatically stops the timer when you stop moving - Swipe horizontally to switch between digital, analog and map screens - Support for both metric(km) and imperial(mi) readings - Save, browse and review rides - Calculate total ascent and calories for each ride - Background operation - Sharing ride details by email, on Facebook/Twitter - Share ride data(distance/calories) with Apple Health DISPLAYS -Digital Looks like an actual cyclocomputer. Uses very large fonts to let you capture all the information with just a glance. Uses very little power, good for cyclists who go for long rides. - Analog Looks like a car speedometer. - Map Displays the speed, time and distance, tracks your ride on a map(Apple/Google) with optional distance markers. NOTE - The background operation option must be enabled for the app to keep running in the background Warning : Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Navigr8

This app transforms your phone into a powerful bike computer, offering advanced tracking, navigation, and training features. It connects to Bluetooth sensors, provides turn-by-turn directions, and analyzes your performance. Enjoy a customizable dashboard and power-saving options for extended use.

Highlights
  • GPS workout recording
  • Turn-by-turn navigation
  • Bluetooth sensor connectivity
  • Route planning tool
  • Performance analysis
  • Customizable dashboard
  • Power-saving features
Features
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Navigr8 is an advanced cycling tracker with features typically found on high-end dedicated bike computers. Many features, such as turn-by-turn navigation and auto-routing, are available for free. Why buy an expensive dedicated bike computer when you can use your phone instead? Navigr8 works perfectly on your handlebars, featuring a customizable dashboard and a power-saving screen dimming function. The watch version of the app offers many of the phone app's features and is a powerful companion on your wrist. With Navigr8, you can: • Connect your favorite Bluetooth sensors, including Varia Bike radar* and compatible indoor trainers** • Plan rides using our handy in-app route planning tool • Be guided along your route with turn-by-turn navigation • Get motivated to train harder • Gain insights into your performance • Automatically share rides with Strava and Intervals.icu • Connect with ActiveLook® AR glasses for full navigation in a head-up display!* • Digitize printed maps with your camera and follow them on the Dashboard map* • Import, or design your own, structured workouts and run them on your indoor trainer* • Your friends and family can now follow you with our powerful X-Stream live tracking feature* Main features: Bike Computer – Records your GPS workouts and displays distance, speed, elevation, heart rate, and more. Features like Auto-Pause, Rain Mode, and a customizable dashboard help track your progress. Bike Navigation – Navigate your route with Apple or Google Maps, offline maps*, turn-by-turn directions, slope forecast*, and voice instructions. Create custom routes with the built-in Route Planner, save them for offline use, and send them to the Navigr8 watch app. Set waypoints anywhere and use the speech synthesizer for turn directions. Bike Training – Compete against a ghost competitor*, race live private segments, track laps, and statistics like maximum and average values. Analyze performance with post-workout graphs and maps. Use one or both devices – Navigr8 works on iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPhone + Apple Watch. The watch app can run independently. Workout Library – Organize workout and route files, store them securely on your device or in iCloud, and personalize them with folders and favorites. External Sensors* – Connect Bluetooth sensors like heart rate monitors, power meters, speed, and cadence sensors, and Garmin Varia radar. View the battery level for each sensor. Calibrate your power meter in the app. Indoor Training* - Connect your Bluetooth-compatible indoor trainer and run structured workouts. You can create custom workouts in the iPhone app with our workout editor. Share your activity in real-time with our X-Stream live tracking feature. Friends and family see your location on a private web page or in the Navigr8 app. This feature is perfect for group rides, as you can see where your friends are on your dashboard's map. Software Power Meter – Calculates your power in real-time using sensors on your watch or phone. Train in power zones and track power metrics over time. Extended Battery Features – Customizable screen dimming, low power mode, and efficient code ensure Navigr8 is easy on your battery. Navigr8 integrates seamlessly with HealthKit, Strava, and Intervals.icu, and you can export your workout data in common formats. We respect your privacy. Sign in with Apple ensures secure data. Location and workout information, along with biometric data, are stored locally on your device and backed up on iCloud or email. Your data is for your eyes only. Navigr8 is compatible with iPhones running iOS 13.6 or later (iPhone 8 and newer) and Apple Watches running watchOS 8.0 or later (Series 4 and newer). For best results, stay current with Apple’s OS updates. Navigr8 may work on older models, but these are unsupported. *Navigr8 Pro feature, available as an in-app purchase. **Your trainer must support the Bluetooth FTMS standard.

Screenshots

CycleComputer4 screens
Navigr84 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Navigr8 at none against CycleComputer's shown. Navigr8 also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.5). CycleComputer's advantage is ratings volume (627 vs 57). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. CycleComputer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Navigr8 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for CycleComputer against 4.6 for Navigr8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CycleComputer has 627 ratings behind it against 57, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of CycleComputer's written reviews are positive against 75% of Navigr8's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CycleComputer ships an update every 5 weeks, Navigr8 monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CycleComputer versus Navigr8: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCycleComputerNavigr8
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (627 ratings)4.6 (57 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.4% of reviews — better75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings627 — better57
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS26.515.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB224 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGuillaume FleuryByte Cycle Limited

Customer experience

CycleComputer

All ratings627 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral3.0%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews233 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral6.4%
Negative14.2%

Navigr8

All ratings55 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bugs and requests

CycleComputer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes or stops tracking during rides
  • Inconsistent distance/speed reporting

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to export/sync data with other apps
  • Integration with heart rate monitors
  • Customizable display options
  • Altitude/elevation tracking

Navigr8

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

CycleComputer

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro$9.99
2 purchases

Navigr8

Subscriptions2
  • Navigr8 Pro Pay Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Navigr8 Pro Pay Yearly14 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is CycleComputer free?
CycleComputer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Navigr8 free?
Navigr8 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CycleComputer or Navigr8?
Navigr8 is rated higher. CycleComputer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 627 ratings, while Navigr8 averages 4.6 from 57 ratings.
Do CycleComputer or Navigr8 have ads?
CycleComputer shows ads; Navigr8 does not.
Which is updated more often, CycleComputer or Navigr8?
CycleComputer ships an update every 5 weeks, and Navigr8 monthly. Most recently, CycleComputer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Navigr8 on October 24, 2026.

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