Comparison

PaddleCompanion vs TRP CMD

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

Head to head
About

PaddleCompanion

Features
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This app provides smart filtering of canoe competition's races registered in RaceGorilla to see a useful and short schedule of races and/or results.

About

TRP CMD

Features
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TRP CMD App – Shifting Focus to Control The TRP CMD App is the companion tool for TRP’s electronically controlled systems, built to give riders complete control and customization of their riding experience. Connect wirelessly to your TRP CMD components, keep firmware up to date, and monitor system status in real time. From checking gear position and shift mode to adjusting derailleur trim and viewing battery levels — everything you need is in one place, right at your fingertips. Key Features for TRP VISTAR: - Seamless connection to all VISTAR components - Firmware updates for bar-end unit and rear-derailleur - Real-time display of shift mode, and battery status - Fine-adjustment for derailleur fine-tuning - Flexible button assignment for a customized riding experience - System check for ride-readiness Key Features for TRP E.A.S.I.: - Firmware updates - Built for riders who demand precision. Trusted by mechanics who value control. Shifting focus — with the TRP CMD App.

Screenshots

PaddleCompanion3 screens
TRP CMD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: TRP CMD at 15.6 against PaddleCompanion's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
PaddleCompanion versus TRP CMD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaddleCompanionTRP CMD
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIVO KrugersTektro Europe GmbH

In-app purchases

None

PaddleCompanion

No in-app purchases

None

TRP CMD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PaddleCompanion free?
PaddleCompanion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TRP CMD free?
TRP CMD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PaddleCompanion or TRP CMD have ads?
Neither PaddleCompanion nor TRP CMD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PaddleCompanion or TRP CMD?
PaddleCompanion ships an update every 3 months, and TRP CMD every 3 months. Most recently, PaddleCompanion was updated on October 25, 2026 and TRP CMD on September 22, 2026.

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