Comparison

Frive vs VeloRange

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

Head to head
About

Frive

This intelligent training app uses science-based coaching and real-time adaptation to help cyclists maximize performance. It offers personalized training plans, precise post-ride analysis, and continuous fitness monitoring to ensure consistent progress and avoid burnout.

Highlights
  • Personalized and adaptive training plans
  • Real-time performance adaptation
  • Precise post-ride analysis
  • Continuous fitness monitoring
  • Athlete profiling and performance testing
  • Race-day effort management
Features
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Prepare for your cycling goals with training that fits your level and your life. Frive supports you throughout the season with: * A personalized plan built around your goals and the time you have to train. * Workouts planned week by week, with a plan that adapts when your schedule changes or you miss a session. * The ability to send workouts to your cycling computer. * Ride analysis to understand what you worked on and track your progress. * An assessment of your abilities and rider profile to identify your strengths and work on your weaknesses. * Nutrition guidance before, during and after your workouts. * A pacing strategy for the day of your goal event. Privacy Policy: https://frive.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VeloRange

Features
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Will your battery last for your planned e-bike ride? VeloRange gives you a clear range forecast before you start. Instead of relying on a generic manufacturer estimate, the app simulates energy use along your actual GPX elevation profile - including climbs, assist mode, weight, battery size, and your personal calibration. FREE BASICS, FOREVER • Import GPX routes from Files, planning apps, or the share sheet • View route length, map, elevation profile, and energy curve • Set e-bike system, battery, weight, and assist mode • Calculate range under standard conditions: 20 °C, no wind, no surface analysis • See the critical point on the map if the model predicts your battery will run out PREMIUM FOR REAL CONDITIONS VeloRange Premium is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Premium unlocks extra factors that bring your forecast closer to real-world riding: • Wind by strength and direction • Automatic weather data for wind and temperature via Apple Weather • Manual temperature presets for hot and cold days • OSM surface analysis via OpenStreetMap Overpass • Instant recalculation when conditions change • Private iCloud sync for routes and your bike profile CALIBRATED TO YOUR BIKE Enter your real flat-terrain range once. VeloRange adapts the model to your e-bike and riding style - far more personal than a brochure number. FOR IPHONE AND IPAD • Optimized for iPhone and iPad • English and German • Metric and imperial units • Rename routes easily with a long press • iCloud sync for routes and your bike profile between iPhone and iPad Note: VeloRange provides a careful estimate based on physical models and your inputs. Actual range may vary due to riding style, tire pressure, battery aging, surface, and current conditions. Always plan with a reserve. ICLOUD SYNC WITH PREMIUM Keep routes, names, options, results, and your bike profile available across devices: system, weights, battery, motor cutoff, reference range, and calibration. For profile conflicts, the complete profile most recently saved with Done wins. Settings shows sync status and the last sync time. Requires the same iCloud account and active Premium on both devices.

Screenshots

Frive4 screens
VeloRange4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VeloRange at every 4 days against Frive's every 9 days. Frive's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Frive sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and VeloRange sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Frive ships an update every 9 days, VeloRange every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Frive versus VeloRange: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFriveVeloRange
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews87.9% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKiva TechnologiesThorsten Domke

Bugs and requests

Frive

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Issues with syncing training plans to devices
  • Occasional freezing and crashes

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to connect with Apple Watch
  • Improved integration with other fitness apps

VeloRange

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Frive

Subscriptions16
  • Coaching Offer$12.991 Month
  • Offre Coaching (Mensuelle)$12.991 Month
  • 1 second module complémentaire$17.991 Year
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  • Analyse + (annuel)$17.991 Year
  • Coaching + (annuel)$17.991 Year
  • Performance Offer$22.991 Month
  • Performance Offer (Monthly)$22.991 Month
  • 1 module complémentaire$24.991 Year
  • Analyse + (annuel)$24.991 Year
  • Coaching + (annuel)$24.991 Year
  • Entraineur$44.991 Month
  • Pack Performance$59.991 Year
  • Coaching Offer$99.991 Year
  • Coaching Offer (Annual)$99.991 Year
  • Performance Offer$129.991 Year
  • Offre Performance (Annuel)$179.991 Year
1 purchases

VeloRange

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Version$4.99

Questions

Is Frive free?
Frive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VeloRange free?
VeloRange is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Frive or VeloRange have ads?
Neither Frive nor VeloRange shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Frive or VeloRange?
Frive ships an update every 9 days, and VeloRange every 4 days. Most recently, Frive was updated on October 15, 2026 and VeloRange on September 27, 2026.

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