Comparison

Klemy vs Shiftrs

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

Head to head
About

Klemy

This app provides a focused indoor cycling experience, offering full control over your smart trainer without distractions. Track key metrics like power, cadence, and heart rate, with customizable layouts and hands-free control options.

Highlights
  • Full FTMS smart trainer control
  • ERG, Resistance, and Slope modes
  • Real-time ride metrics
  • Hands-free Siri control
  • Customizable workout layouts
  • Bluetooth HR strap support
  • Privacy-first design
Features
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Klemy Cycling runs planned workouts on your Bluetooth FTMS smart trainer. Start Zone 2 Ride, Sweet Spot 2×20 or VO2 5×5, scaled to your FTP, or build your own. The app sets ERG watts, slope or resistance at every step. No virtual worlds, no avatars, no sign-ups. Your ride, your numbers and full trainer control. Workouts - Ready to ride: Zone 2 Ride, Sweet Spot 2×20, VO2 5×5, 40/20s and Over-Unders, scaled to your FTP, plus a Ramp Test that climbs every minute until you stop - Build your own from warmup, intervals and cooldown, with ERG watts, power ramps, slope or resistance for every step - A live chart shows what comes next, on iPhone and Apple Watch - Push the next change back 30 seconds or a minute when you need it - Optional tap on your wrist before each change Riding - Full trainer control: ERG, resistance and slope modes - Mode and target shortcuts for quick changes mid-ride - Set mode, watts, resistance or slope with Siri - Live power, cadence, speed, heart rate, distance and energy - Heart rate and power zones with optional notifications - Heart rate from a Bluetooth strap, AirPods or Apple Watch - Mark a ride as a race, then filter your history to races - Customizable workout layouts on iPhone and iPad - Live Activities and widgets - Body temperature, skin temperature and heat strain for heat training, with compatible Bluetooth sensors - Metric or imperial units - No account, no sign-up, no tracking The app and all in-app purchases are licensed under Apple standard terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

Shiftrs

Features
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Shiftrs is a streamlined app designed for indoor cyclists who want simple control over their smart trainer. Set your target wattage and ride. No complicated workout builders, no subscriptions, no distractions. Works with any smart trainer that supports Bluetooth FTMS (Fitness Machine Service). Compatible with trainers from Elite, Saris, Tacx, Wahoo, and more. Key Features • Quick device scanning and connection • Automatic reconnection if signal drops • Precise ERG mode power targeting • Real-time power, cadence, and speed display Perfect For • Simple endurance rides at steady power • Testing trainer calibration • Warming up before virtual races No account required. No internet connection needed. Just connect and ride.

Screenshots

Klemy4 screens
Shiftrs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shiftrs at none against Klemy's 3. Shiftrs also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). Klemy's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Klemy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Shiftrs asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Klemy ships an update weekly, Shiftrs every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Klemy versus Shiftrs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKlemyShiftrs
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVsevolod KlementjevJacob Hayes

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Klemy

Subscriptions2
  • Training Pass - Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Training Pass - Annual1 Year trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

Shiftrs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Klemy free?
Klemy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shiftrs free?
Shiftrs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Klemy or Shiftrs have ads?
Neither Klemy nor Shiftrs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Klemy or Shiftrs?
Klemy ships an update weekly, and Shiftrs every 3 weeks. Most recently, Klemy was updated on October 19, 2026 and Shiftrs on October 7, 2026.

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