# LIVALL Riding vs DarknessBot

The clearest difference is rating: DarknessBot at 4.8 against LIVALL Riding's 3.6. DarknessBot also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 27%) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 57). LIVALL Riding's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LIVALL Riding sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and DarknessBot sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DarknessBot holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DarknessBot has 1.9K ratings behind it against 57, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of LIVALL Riding's written reviews are positive against 59% of DarknessBot's.

LIVALL Riding ships an update every 3 weeks, DarknessBot every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LIVALL Riding | DarknessBot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livall-riding/id936292893/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darknessbot/id1108403878/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 57 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | **58.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 303 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LIVALL Tech Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/936292892) | [ILIA SHKOLNIK](https://appshunter.io/developer/366457086) |

## What reviewers say

### LIVALL Riding

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livall-riding/id936292893)

Enhance your cycling experience with real-time tracking, route sharing, and group ride coordination. Connect smart devices for comprehensive data and instant communication with teammates. Share your adventures and integrate with health apps.

**Highlights:** Real-time ride tracking, Route recording and sharing, Group riding with live location, Smart device Bluetooth connectivity, Instant communication, Apple Health integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Power Monthly Upgrade | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Experience Upgrade | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Power Quarterly Upgrade | $10.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Experience Upgrade | $10.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Pro Power Boost | $34.99 | per year |
| Pro Experience Upgrade | $34.99 | per year |


### DarknessBot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darknessbot/id1108403878)

This app allows owners of electric personal transporters to monitor and customize their devices. It provides real-time data, allows parameter adjustments, and includes features for social connection and trip tracking.

**Highlights:** Real-time metric display (speed, battery, mileage), Device parameter customization, Customizable interface, Friend location tracking on map, Trip recording and analysis, Profile creation and sharing, Firmware updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Graphs | $1.99 | one-time |
| Video Recorder | $1.99 | one-time |
| Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tracker | $1.99 | one-time |
| Automatic Torch | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom beep | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Dashboard | $1.99 | one-time |
| Alarms | $3.99 | one-time |
| Engine Sound | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app for electric vehicles
- 👍 Comprehensive and user-friendly
- 🔒 Reliable and stable connection
- 💡 Customizable dashboard and settings
- 🚀 Accurate data and metrics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer firmware versions
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and connection problems
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Inaccurate battery and range estimates
- 🐛 Inability to control certain device features

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes after firmware updates
- Inability to unlock or control locked devices
- Incorrect data display for certain vehicle parameters
- Syncing and data persistence issues

**Requested features**

- Add support for more electric vehicle models
- Improve Apple Watch integration and complications
- Implement firmware update functionality
- Add navigation and route planning features
- Provide more customization options for alerts and notifications


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LIVALL Riding free?

LIVALL Riding is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DarknessBot free?

DarknessBot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LIVALL Riding or DarknessBot?

DarknessBot is rated higher. LIVALL Riding averages 3.6 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while DarknessBot averages 4.8 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do LIVALL Riding or DarknessBot have ads?

Neither LIVALL Riding nor DarknessBot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LIVALL Riding or DarknessBot?

LIVALL Riding ships an update every 3 weeks, and DarknessBot every 2 months. Most recently, LIVALL Riding was updated on November 1, 2026 and DarknessBot on November 1, 2026.

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