Comparison

Row vs Veloq

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

Head to head
About

Row

This app provides real-time rowing analytics, including stroke rate, speed, distance, and heart rate. It allows seamless sharing of data with teammates and coaches, and features live map tracking of partner locations. Designed for rowers of all levels, it aims to replace outdated single-purpose devices with powerful insights directly from your phone.

Highlights
  • Real-time rowing metrics
  • Live data sharing with partners/coaches
  • Live map tracking of locations
  • Bluetooth heart rate monitor support
  • Friend search and addition
  • Seamless analytics for all levels
Features
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Say goodbye to outdated, single-purpose devices - Row Coach is here to make traditional rate meters a relic of the past. With Row Coach, everything you need is already in your pocket, bringing powerful rowing analytics and seamless connectivity for free. Take your rowing to the next level with precise data, real-time insights, and instant partner connection. Track your stroke rate, boat speed, distance, and heart rate live. Effortlessly share data with teammates or coaches. View partner locations on a live map and keep track of performance. Key Features: - Real-time rowing metrics: Stroke rate, 500m split, distance, and heart rate - Connect and share live data with training partners and coaches - View your position and partners’ locations on a live map - Bluetooth-enabled heart rate monitor support - Search for and add friends based on name or club - Seamless, powerful analytics designed for rowers of all levels Make every session a step toward your best performance - without the extra cost or devices. Row Coach brings you everything you need, right from your phone. Download now and experience the future of rowing! Attach your phone in the boat with confidence by following our recommended setup guide. Multiple options for different configurations with low entry cost.

About

Veloq

Features
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Your training data, visualised. Veloq brings recording, maps, charts, insights, and fitness tracking together in one fast app. Record Track activities with GPS, auto-pause, km splits, and heart rate zone display. Trim your recording before saving. Upload as FIT files, or queue for later. Manual entry for indoor activities. Insights Daily personalised insights based on your training: section PRs, fitness milestones, weekly comparisons, activity patterns, and form advice. Positive, rest-day-aware framing. Maps View your activities on interactive maps with 3D terrain, route heatmaps, and timeline filtering. Choose from light, dark, and satellite styles. Scrub through charts and watch your position update on the map in real-time. Route tracking Automatically detect repeated routes and sections in your activity history. Compare efforts over time to see your progress on favourite climbs and stretches. Charts and analysis Heart rate, power, pace, elevation, and cadence β€” all synchronised with the map. View zone distributions, TSS, intensity factor, and lap breakdowns. Fitness Follow your form with CTL/ATL/TSB tracking and visual zones. Monitor HRV, resting heart rate, sleep, and wellness. View power and pace curves by sport. Privacy All data stays on your device. No analytics, no tracking. Optional push notifications store a device token on our server with automatic 30-day expiry β€” no personal data is retained. Open source under Apache 2.0. Supports cycling, running, swimming, and 20+ activity types. Try the built-in demo mode to explore without an account. Requires an Intervals.icu account for live data. Not affiliated with Intervals.icu.

Screenshots

Row4 screens
Veloq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Row at Free against Veloq's $2.99. Row also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). Veloq's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Row is free to download; Veloq costs $2.99 up front. Veloq sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Row asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Row ships an update weekly, Veloq fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences Β· 3 level
Row versus Veloq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRowVeloq
PriceFree β€” better$2.99
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyWeekly β€” betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
MonetizationAd-supportedβ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size23 MB71 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAlexander RichardsonEvan Thomas

In-app purchases

None

Row

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Veloq

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Tip$5.99
  • Big Tip$9.99

Questions

Is Row free?
Row is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Veloq free?
Veloq costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do Row or Veloq have ads?
Row shows ads; Veloq does not.
Which is updated more often, Row or Veloq?
Row ships an update weekly, and Veloq fortnightly. Most recently, Row was updated on October 9, 2026 and Veloq on October 15, 2026.

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