Comparison

Cyclist vs Exposure SYNC V2

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

Head to head
About

Cyclist

This app delivers in-depth road cycling content, featuring reviews of bikes and gear, expert advice, and stunning photography. Explore iconic brands, pro peloton stories, and breathtaking rides from around the world.

Highlights
  • Road bike reviews
  • Cycling gear reviews
  • Expert performance advice
  • Pro peloton stories
  • Stunning photography
  • App-friendly format
  • Video content and 360° views
Features
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The Cyclist app brings the digital magazine, website, podcast and store together in one place. •     Catch up on the latest news, kit launches, race highlights and opinions on the website. •     Use the interactive map to browse the back catalogue of rides and climbs around Britain, Europe and the rest of the world. •     Flick through the latest issue of Cyclist magazine – or any back issues – with enhanced reading facility to make it phone-friendly. •     Listen to the podcast, where we talk to some of the biggest names in the sport, including Tadej Pogačar, Greg LeMond, Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney, Bradley Wiggins, Tom Pidcock, Lizzie Deignan, Pippa York and many, many more. •     Head to the store to find back issues of Cyclist magazine, plus books, t-shirts, prints and other gifts. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Exposure SYNC V2

Features
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SYNC is Exposure Lights latest technology, using a Bluetooth connection combined with the APP you can create bespoke burn times and Lumen outputs. It allows the rider to have simultaneous command of both a helmet and handlebar light to give the ultimate smart control. 1. Bluetooth connectivity App links to SYNC range of lights via Bluetooth, user can customise user programs, switch standard programs, check live battery status, and setup the SYNC handlebar remote on a maximum of two lights 2. Customisable programs You can tune burn time or lumen output to your chosen levels based on your ride requirements. Additionally, you can turn modes on/off and turn flash on/off on these programs. 3. Bluetooth remote Setup your Bluetooth remote to control one or two lights, with the ability to synchronise the mode changes or run both lights separately.

Screenshots

Cyclist4 screens
Exposure SYNC V24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Exposure SYNC V2 at none against Cyclist's 10. Exposure SYNC V2 also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, 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. Cyclist sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per 3 months. Exposure SYNC V2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cyclist ships an update every 4 months, Exposure SYNC V2 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cyclist versus Exposure SYNC V2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCyclistExposure SYNC V2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (147 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings147 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMetropolis International Group LtdUltimate Sports Engineering

Bugs and requests

Cyclist

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App crashes immediately on launch
  • Incompatible with iOS 17 and newer versions
  • Downloaded magazines don't persist on device
  • Partial downloads despite good internet connection
  • App locks up and freezes during use
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  • Cannot access downloads without internet connection
  • Subscription validation errors (iTunes receipt error 21004)
  • Login fails to recognize email or account credentials
  • App resets and loses all downloaded content after updates
  • Menu structure completely broken after updates
  • White pages stating data source cannot be read
  • Jittery page loading during browsing
  • Unable to navigate between issues
  • App becomes unusable after forced updates
  • Subscription status not recognized despite valid payment
  • Issues 100-108 cause app to crash
  • Subscribe button leads to useless page

Requested features

10 requests
  • Bookmark functionality to save reading position
  • Page sync across devices
  • Offline reading without internet requirement
  • Zoom-enabled contents page
  • Device-compatible GPS files for cycling routes
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  • More North American cycling destination coverage
  • Integration of advertisements with shop/web links
  • Ability to re-open magazine where you left off
  • Display percentage of magazine read on cover
  • Improved navigation between editions

Exposure SYNC V2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Cyclist

Subscriptions3
  • 3 month subscription1 Month trial$13.993 Months
  • 6 month subscription$26.996 Months
  • 12 month subscription$49.991 Year
One-time7
  • Cyclist Single Issue 47$4.99
  • Cyclist Single Issue 49$4.99
  • Cyclist Single Issue 52$4.99
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  • Cyclist Single Issue 14$5.99
  • Cyclist Single Issue 44$5.99
  • Cyclist Single Issue 46$5.99
  • Cyclist Single Issue 48$5.99
None

Exposure SYNC V2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cyclist free?
Cyclist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Exposure SYNC V2 free?
Exposure SYNC V2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cyclist or Exposure SYNC V2 have ads?
Neither Cyclist nor Exposure SYNC V2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cyclist or Exposure SYNC V2?
Cyclist ships an update every 4 months, and Exposure SYNC V2 every 3 months. Most recently, Cyclist was updated on September 25, 2026 and Exposure SYNC V2 on September 8, 2026.

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