Drop vs Kiru. Mindful Rides.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Drop
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Join the Drop, do what you love! Ready to play? Drop is the ultimate social platform for sports lovers to connect, create, and compete. Whether you’re looking to organise a friendly run, join a scenic group ride or discover new workout buddies, Drop makes it easy to turn your passion for sports into meaningful connections. Key Features: Create Events – Host your own public or private games with just a few taps. Discover Drops Nearby – Find sporting events near you and meet like-minded players. Grow together – Collaborate with others in your area or create your own sports community. Private or Public – Keep it exclusive with private events or make it open for everyone to join. Stay Connected – Chat, plan, and share updates with your friends or event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re a weekend warrior, a seasoned athlete or just starting out, Drop is here to help you stay active, make friends, and grow your sports network. Download Drop now and bring your love for sports to life.
Kiru. Mindful Rides.
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Cut the Noise. Find Your Flow. Modern cycling has become a cacophony of shouting dashboards and social pressure. We’ve traded deep focus for ‘noise’ cluttered odometers, anxiety-inducing clocks, and ego-driven leaderboards. The Identity: In Japanese, Kiru means “to cut.” We cut the distractions so you can finally find your flow. Kiru is the first cycling utility designed to turn a workout into a moving meditation. By removing navigation on the paths you know by heart, we lower your cognitive load to zero. The Features: • Mindful Metrics: Customise your dashboard to show only what matters. • Spirit Messages: Minimalist, rhythmic whispers designed to keep you in the zone, not pull you out of it. • The Kiru Way: Integrated guidance on Zone 2 foundations, mobility, and off-bike mindfulness. The Path: Subscription. • The Mindful Way (Free): Enjoy our signature minimalist experience with core tracking. • Kiru Pro: Unlock the full suite of professional telemetry (Power, Cadence, Distance) and exclusive visual modes. • Experience the 'Quiet' immediately with a one-time 30-minute complimentary PRO Preview. Bluetooth Connections: Kiru communicates effortlessly with your Bluetooth (BLE) device(s). • Support for FTMS-compatible Smart Trainers. • Connect your preferred: Heart Rate monitors, Speed, Cadence, and Power meters. Download of additional content required: • Kiru will download approximately 450MB of scenery videos to enhance your experience. • The download is best served using your Wi-Fi connection to avoid any cellular data costs. • The download of approximately 450MB of videos is required on the first application launch, unless the app is deleted from your device. About Kiru Pro Subscriptions: • Titles: Kiru Pro Monthly / Kiru Pro Yearly • Length: 1 Month or 1 Year • Price: $4.99 / month or $29.99 / year • Trial: Includes a one-time 30-minute PRO Preview for all new users. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kiru-mindful-rides.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Drop at none against Kiru. Mindful Rides.'s 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Kiru. Mindful Rides. sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Drop asks for nothing beyond the download.
Drop ships an update weekly, Kiru. Mindful Rides. every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Drop | Kiru. Mindful Rides. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 69 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | AppAlchemy GmbH | Moser & Fernandes |
In-app purchases
Drop
No in-app purchases
Kiru. Mindful Rides.
- Kiru PRO Monthly$4.991 Month
- Kiru PRO Annual$29.991 Year









