Comparison

Simple Spin vs RadarLive

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

Head to head
About

Simple Spin

This app offers a streamlined cycling workout experience, focusing on essential real-time metrics like cadence, resistance, and power. It provides a clean interface for tracking your ride without distractions, ideal for those who prefer a simple, focused workout.

Highlights
  • Real-time workout metrics (cadence, resistance, power, speed)
  • Start/Stop timer for ride duration
  • Elegant speedometer and powermeter UI
  • Ad-free experience
  • Integration with Simple Insights for subscribers
Features
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Simple Spin: Just Ride Edition is your go-to mobile app for a no-nonsense, streamlined workout experience. Specifically designed for the iPhone and iPad, this app is tailored to run Just Ride workout - delivering everything you need and nothing you don't. Whether you’re riding casually or pushing your limits, Just Ride lets you focus entirely on your ride without extra features or distractions. Designed for those who prefer the simplicity of a Just Ride workout without the extras of Simple Spin Pro. KEY FEATURES o Real-time Metrics: Track essential workout data, including cadence, resistance, power, and speed, with simplicity and precision. o Start/Stop Timer: Manage your ride duration effortlessly—just start when you're ready, and stop when you're done. o Elegant Speedometer and Powermeter UI: Enjoy a clean and intuitive interface that keeps your speed and power metrics clear and easy to read. o Ad-Free Experience: With Just Ride, there are no ads—just you and your workout. o FREE Access to Simple Insights (for Subscribers): All Simple Spin subscribers now get exclusive access to Simple Insights, our powerful companion app. Unlock detailed heart rate zones, calorie trends, and recovery analytics—powered by your Apple Health data. While Just Ride does not currently save workouts to Apple Health, Simple Insights still provides full visibility into your Apple Watch and HealthKit data. Just install Simple Insights on the same device as your subscribed Just Ride app, and access will unlock automatically. COMPATIBILITY o Apple iOS 17: Optimized for iPhone and iPad, ensuring seamless integration and smooth performance on Apple devices. o Echelon EX-4S and Other Models: While Simple Spin is extensively tested with the Echelon EX-4S, it’s also expected to work with other smart Echelon bikes. If you’re using a different model, we'd love to hear about your experience! Please contact us at contact@simplespinapp.com. For more details, please refer to our website: https://simplespinapp.com/simple-spin%3A-just-ride EULA: https://simplespinapp.com/eula Privacy Policy: https://simplespinapp.com/privacy-policy

About

RadarLive

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Turn your iPhone into an advanced bike computer for your Garmin Varia radar. With the RadarLive app, you’ll get instant awareness of approaching vehicles right on your locked screen or in the Dynamic Island—significantly increasing your safety on the road. The app is designed for cyclists who want maximum awareness with minimal distraction. Connect it with Apple Health, track your cycling workouts, and let it run in the background for up to 8 hours during long rides.

Screenshots

Simple Spin3 screens
RadarLive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RadarLive at every 3 weeks against Simple Spin's every 5 months. 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. Simple Spin sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and RadarLive sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Spin ships an update every 5 months, RadarLive every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Simple Spin versus RadarLive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple SpinRadarLive
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.2 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSV Disrupt LLCMLJ solutions a.s.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Simple Spin

Subscriptions3
  • Simple Spin: Just Ride Edition$1.991 Month
  • Just Ride Monthly – $2.99$2.991 Month
  • Simple Spin$2.991 Month
3 purchases

RadarLive

One-time3
  • Small Coffee$0.99
  • Big Coffee$4.99
  • Lunch$9.99

Questions

Is Simple Spin free?
Simple Spin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RadarLive free?
RadarLive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple Spin or RadarLive have ads?
Neither Simple Spin nor RadarLive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Spin or RadarLive?
Simple Spin ships an update every 5 months, and RadarLive every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Spin was updated on September 30, 2026 and RadarLive on September 29, 2026.

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