Comparison

Rouleur vs Cyql

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

Head to head
About

Rouleur

Access exclusive cycling stories, interviews, photography, and podcasts. Explore racing news, tech, travel, and more. Listen to audio versions of articles and enjoy offline reading with digital editions. A 30-day free trial is available for new subscribers.

Highlights
  • Exclusive cycling stories
  • In-depth interviews
  • Stunning photography
  • Entertaining podcasts
  • Audio versions of stories
  • Digital magazine editions
  • Offline reading
Features
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Rouleur brings you the best of cycling culture – exclusive stories from the WorldTour, in-depth interviews with pro riders, stunning photography from the biggest races in the world, and insightful podcasts, all in the palm of your hand. Whether you're a racer, a weekend rider or simply someone who loves the sport of cycling, the Rouleur app is where you can experience cycling at its very best. An award-winning independent magazine, funded entirely by its readers. That support is what lets Rouleur focus on what matters: the best writing, the finest photography and the best storytelling, in print and online. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.rouleur.cc/privacy

About

Cyql

Connect with cyclists and clubs for group rides, communication, and gear exchange. Discover new routes, plan rides, and stay informed about the cycling community. Share experiences and ride together globally.

Highlights
  • Create, find, and share rides
  • Group ride safety features
  • Integrated communication
  • Cycling community marketplace
  • GPX route discovery
  • Ride planning and tracking
  • Push notifications for updates
Features
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Cyql - Connect cyclists and clubs Whether you're cycling solo, looking for a new group to ride with, or part of a cycling club, Cyql is your ultimate cycling companion and guide in the world of biking. Ride together or alone Create, find, and share rides based on speed, distance, and duration. Cycle safer in groups by setting clear expectations in advance. Introduce individual cyclists to clubs and communities through public rides in your region or globally. Efficient communication Say goodbye to cluttered app groups. All relevant communication about your cycling activities is found in one app. Community & connection Use the face book to get to know fellow cyclists from your club. Embrace the global cycling community, discover new riders, clubs, and cycling hubs, and establish new connections. Marketplace for cyclists Buy or sell cycling gear in a trusted manner within the community. A platform by and for cyclists. Stay informed Receive the latest news, check the calendar, and never miss an update with handy push notifications. Plan, track, and organize your rides with ease. Route inspiration Explore the GPX database. Get inspired by routes from other cyclists and discover new paths. Create your own ride, personalize it, and invite others. You have the option to make your ride public or private. Discover, share & ride together Wherever you are in the world, with Cyql, you're always connected to a community of passionate cyclists. Discover the world of cycling, share your experiences, and ride together.

Screenshots

Rouleur4 screens
Cyql4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cyql at none against Rouleur's 10. Cyql also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 10 months) and review sentiment (60% vs 44%). Rouleur's advantage is ratings volume (374 vs 33). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. Rouleur sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Cyql 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 Rouleur against 4.6 for Cyql. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rouleur has 374 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Rouleur's written reviews are positive against 60% of Cyql's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rouleur ships an update every 10 months, Cyql every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Rouleur versus Cyql: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRouleurCyql
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (374 ratings) — better4.6 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews44.1% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings374 — better33
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB171 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRouleur LTDCyql B.V.

Customer experience

Rouleur

All ratings373 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral5.1%
Negative50.8%

Cyql

All ratings32 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

Rouleur

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Scrolling bug where page gets stuck
  • App requires internet to read downloaded magazines offline
  • Login issues preventing users from accessing the app
  • App keeps logging users out, losing bookmarks
  • Navigation is not intuitive
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  • Font size is too small, no pinch-to-zoom
  • New editions take a long time to appear on the app
  • Poor formatting for iPad with tiny pages
  • Annual subscription not working properly
  • App crashes on opening
  • App crashes when a new version comes out
  • Login for support system is crashing
  • App crashes on launch
  • App will not load, keeps crashing
  • Latest iOS update breaks app, crash on open
  • App requires frequent sign-in, cannot access offline
  • Purchase fails every time

Requested features

16 requests
  • Allow offline reading of downloaded magazines
  • Fix scrolling bug
  • Improve app navigation and intuitiveness
  • Increase font size and allow pinch-to-zoom
  • Ensure new editions appear promptly after print release
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  • Allow access to older issues (pre-2018)
  • Make app more like Wired magazine experience
  • Improve user journey for accessing subscriptions
  • Make app format work better for digital devices
  • Allow existing subscribers to get discounted digital rates
  • Fix app to work with latest iOS updates
  • Provide better customer support
  • Ensure app works reliably after updates
  • Allow users to stay logged in and retain bookmarks
  • Improve formatting for iPad and iPhone screens
  • Make it easier to access subscription content after login

Cyql

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Rouleur

Subscriptions2
  • Rouleur: Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Rouleur: Auto renewing subscription$44.991 Year
One-time8
  • Issue 52 of Rouleur$3.99
  • Issue 61 of Rouleur$3.99
  • Issue 60 of Rouleur$3.99
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  • Issue 63 of Rouleur$3.99
  • Issue 62 of Rouleur$3.99
  • Rouleur: Issue 29$7.99
  • Issue 31, by PixelMags$7.99
  • Issue 51 of Rouleur$7.99
None

Cyql

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rouleur free?
Rouleur is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cyql free?
Cyql is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rouleur or Cyql?
Rouleur is rated higher. Rouleur averages 4.7 out of 5 from 374 ratings, while Cyql averages 4.6 from 33 ratings.
Do Rouleur or Cyql have ads?
Neither Rouleur nor Cyql shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rouleur or Cyql?
Rouleur ships an update every 10 months, and Cyql every 3 weeks. Most recently, Rouleur was updated on October 26, 2026 and Cyql on October 25, 2026.

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