ErgData vs Audio BPM Workout
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ErgData
This app acts as a personal training partner for Concept2 equipment. It allows users to set up custom workouts, view real-time stats, track progress, and sync data with online platforms. It also offers workout of the day challenges and detailed post-workout analysis.
- Custom workout setup
- Real-time workout stats
- Progress tracking
- Sync with Concept2 Logbook
- Workout of the Day
- Post-workout analysis
- Apple Watch compatibility
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ErgData from Concept2 is your personal training partner. Set up workouts from your phone or tablet, view customized stats and information during workouts, track your progress, sync with the Concept2 Online Logbook, take part in the Workout of the Day and much more. Features -Set up workouts from your phone, making it simple to create even the most complex of interval workouts. You can choose to store workouts as favorites or rerow past efforts straight from ErgData. -Set the Concept2 Workout of the Day on the monitor with a single tap. -Compatible with the Apple Watch. Watch users can now see real-time heart rate data on the screen during the workout and in analysis afterwards. -Choose from different workout display options, including small, medium and large data screens, a pace graph screen, an interval and split table or a pace boat. Easily swipe between screens during your workout. Customize the data shown to suit you. -Syncs with the Concept2 Online Logbook, making it easy for you to take part in our many challenges. From the Online Logbook, your workouts can get sent to platforms such as Strava, Garmin Connect or Training Peaks. -Detailed post-workout analysis helps you know exactly what happened during your workout. See all your interval and split data, as well as pace and rate graphs, plus how long you spent in each heart rate zone. -Optional voice guidance to send audible workout data and results. Technical Specifications -Compatible with the PM5. -Compatible with the Concept2 RowErg, SkiErg and BikeErg -Connects to Apple Health -Connects to PM5 via Bluetooth only Note: Please do not have a USB stick in the PM5 at the same time as using ErgData, as this may prevent workouts being saved.
Audio BPM Workout
Train effectively by staying in your optimal heart rate zone with real-time voice coaching. This app provides audio updates and a live heart rate chart, eliminating the need to constantly check your screen. It requires a compatible Bluetooth heart rate monitor.
- Real-time voice announcements
- Live heart rate chart
- Bluetooth heart rate monitor compatibility
- Customizable announcement frequency
- Distraction-free interface
- 100% private, no data collection
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Train in your optimal heart rate zone with real-time voice coaching. No screen watching required. Important: Requires a dedicated Bluetooth heart rate monitor. Apple Watches don't broadcast heart rate data to third-party apps. COMPATIBLE DEVICES: Works with dedicated Bluetooth heart rate monitors including: • Chest straps (Polar H9/H10, Garmin HRM-Pro, Wahoo TICKR) • Armband monitors (Polar OH1, Scosche Rhythm24, Wahoo TICKR FIT) • Fitness wearables (Whoop 4.0 in Live Data mode, MyZone MZ-3) • Any device broadcasting standard Bluetooth Low Energy heart rate data Does NOT work with: Apple Watch, or some other smartwatches. Heart rate zone training is how elite athletes maximize every workout - now it's simple for everyone. Stop guessing if you're working too hard or too easy. Your heart rate tells you exactly where you are, making every session more effective. KEY FEATURES: • Voice Announcements - Real-time audio updates keep you in the perfect zone without checking your screen • Live Heart Rate Chart - Beautiful real-time visualization of your effort • Dedicated Device Compatibility - Works with Bluetooth heart rate monitors (Polar, Garmin, Wahoo chest straps, etc.) • Customizable Settings - Adjust announcement frequency for your workout style • Clean Interface - Distraction-free design that works in any lighting • 100% Private - No data collection, analytics, or login required • Completely Free - No ads, no in-app purchases Perfect for runners, cyclists, and anyone serious about effective cardio training. Medical Disclaimer: This app is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Audio BPM Workout at 100% against ErgData's 45%. Audio BPM Workout also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). ErgData's advantage is ratings volume (5.1K vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Audio BPM Workout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ErgData has 5.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of ErgData's written reviews are positive against 100% of Audio BPM Workout's.
ErgData ships an update every 2 weeks, Audio BPM Workout daily. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ErgData | Audio BPM Workout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (5.1K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 45.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5.1K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Concept2, Inc. | Chris Bracewell |
Customer experience
ErgData
Audio BPM Workout
Bugs and requests
ErgData
Reported bugs
6 issues- Workout data not saving
- Heart rate data freezing
- Disconnects during workouts
- Sync issues with Apple Health and Strava
- Login issues and frequent logouts
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- Incompatibility with older firmware versions
Requested features
8 requests- Add friend mode
- Integrate Apple Watch support
- Add manual workout entry
- Implement landscape mode for iPad
- Integrate pace calculator
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- Add recovery heart rate tracking
- Display METS data
- Allow custom heart rate zones in logbook
Audio BPM Workout
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ErgData
No in-app purchases
Audio BPM Workout
No in-app purchases
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