TOP ZWIFT ALTERNATIVES (2019): 9 FREE and PAID Indoor Cycling Apps For Your Indoor Training
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We’ve seen a lot of newcomers in the indoor cycling app market. Some were a complete disaster and didn’t even make it out of their initial beta. And I’ve seen some apps make some big progress and get out of beta after being in beta for several years.
Zwift without a doubt is the most popular indoor cycling app, but it's not for everyone. In this video, I will take you through my top 9 apps to use for your indoor cycling and get you though these indoor training sessions.
There are two type of apps out there. Apps with emphasis on structured training, analytics and provide you with tools to help you manage your indoor training and racing season. Other apps provide a virtual riding experience with simulated GPS routes, video routes, or virtual gamified type cycling experience. Some apps offer both.
I am going to break down the list into two categories: Apps with virtual riding experience, and apps with structured training.
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I am a 74 year old cyclist and generally cycle my local lanes. I have a Tacx trainer and use that when the weather is too bad; up till now I have used the Tacx videos which have suited me well.
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I currently use Zwift and I am very satisfied. I like the interaction between riders. I will definitely try some of the free trials to see how they compare. Thank you for the very informative video.
Great vid! 👍
Thank you for the review.
Thanks for the quality content. I can't understand why I haven't found your channel sooner nor why you have so few subscribers (compared to other cycling channels). A hidden gem :)
To answer your question. I currently don't cycle indoors but I'm looking to get into it. I knew about the big three cycling apps, but thanks for mentioning the more unknown ones. Xert certainly seems very nice and I like that you can take the workout offline with the garmin app.
Much appreciated 🙏 and glad you found the channel!
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Great overview - thanks!
Nice to see this video, the cycling podcast which i do likes only ever mentions Zwift
Loved the comment about Trainer Road and finding a new mate... brilliant!
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Brilliant review - think I'm going to try couple of these to compliment what I'm doing on Zwift.
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Tariq, brilliant!!! Thank you, very helpful information as I am in the process of planning my fall / winter activities. Swift may well be my final destination; however I am hoping to create my own routes, using both kickr core and climb devices. Having video of the course running simultaneously is not a must but could be useful. I'll wait and see how it all comes together as I get everything in place.
Thanks for watching! You might also want to check out this video as well for recreating your own routes.
3 APPS To Recreate Outdoor Rides Indoor With Your Smart Trainer
czcams.com/video/7JBf0xfSfAc/video.html
Hi! We'd recommend giving us a shot here at ROUVY! We offer the ability to upload and create your own rides based on .gpx data as well as video with that data, if you have it enabled. We're also fully compatible with the Kickr Core and Climb.
@@casey-rouvy2322 hey there, its on my list to look into as I’ve set up an account just yesterday. I’ll give it a go soon, thanks for reaching out!
Brilliant summary thank you!
You are welcome 🙏
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Awesome review as always 👍🏻
Thank you!
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Thanks for sharing. I'll definitely be checking out rgt and maximum. Currently using zwift
simon jagassar RGT requires a smart trainer or a power meter. Dumb trainers are not supported
I switched from zwift to rouvy because of the AR routes and i think its the best of both worlds since it has AR routes, real video routes and structured training. The only thing lacking is a big community but you won't miss that if you didn't come from zwift
Hi Hooman! Glad you’re enjoying the app! We’re working every day to bring the community together and we recommend you check out the ‘Rouvy Athlete’s’ facebook page for group ride and community discussions!
I am a keen zwifter, however really like rouvy, particularly AR on real life routes like Alp D'Huez etc. Great summary...
Rouvy is a solid app. Definitely worth
a try.
Hi! Glad you're digging the AR routes! Be sure to follow the social media and blog as we release more and better Augmented Reality routes and updates!
Zwift, Trainerroad and CVRcade for me. Trainreroad for their training plans and Zwift for some entertainment. Also tinkering with CVRcade which is making great progress however it's more suited to racing at this stage.
Excellent overview, thx a lot :-)
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I just downloaded and have tried the Apple TV Rouvey app. WOW, it is great! Easy to setup and I have little issue with the interface. The Apple 4K remote is a bit tricky but this is true with all apps on the device.
I had been planning on subscribing to Zwift this winter, that is why I bought my Apple TV 4K. Now I may pay for Rouvey once they go “live” instead. Rouvey for Apple TV is free as of oct. 2019 because they are in beta.
I hope they can add more routes and finish the other loose ends. Looking good.
I really like the AR real life videos, These are not as flashy as Zwift but they keep the ride interesting enough for me.
BTW, I have messed around with Zwift on my Apple TV just a little and find it tricky to control with the Apple TV remote. I have not tried the iOS companion app though.
Hey Mark! Glad you’re enjoying the app and be sure to follow the blog for the latest updates to the AppleTV and Mac support!
Thank you for this video.
Thank you for this review, so helpfull, i'll try the free options, and then i'll decide.
Glad it was helpful!
What did you settle into? Thanks
Thank you. Very helpful. I'm currently on Zwift and Fullgaz (to mix it up), but didn't know about 2 of them. I'll give them a try. Keep up the good work...it's helping to make fat guys like me...."skinny" (emphasis on the quotes). Lol
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mostly been using rouvy and fairly happy with it. mostly because has real courses, some that I have been on many times. I do like the virtual partner and how it can use the stats of someone else who actually rode the course. setting it to someone just a little bit better in stats than you can quite motivating.
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TrainerRoad is amazing especially when you consider the wealth of information they give for free in the Ask A Cycling Coach Podcast!
Thank you for ur sharing
Sufferfest for workouts and RGT for base work or recovery.
VirtuGO is Bluetooth compatible. I remember pairing all my sensors (PM, HR, controllable trainer) through BT when I tested the app briefly few weeks ago. It worked pretty well.
It’s not fully supported yet and still in beta per their website. It actually didn’t even work and didn’t connect when I tested it using the latest version on my Mac OS.
@@SmartBikeTrainers My test ride was on Windows machine. Maybe it's better implemented on this platform for now...
That makes sense. Hopefully they implement across all platforms soon.
I have Wahoo Speed and Cadence sensors. VirtuGO picked up the cadence but not the speed. They were already aware of that. Maybe in the future that will work.
I put on an XCO race and then I run the TrainerRoad app on the pc. I'm a big user of the workout creator because I can import my coaches workouts from tainingpeaks. Simple drag-n-drop.
Nice Dustin, I do the same thing but with Rouvy! You should give our workout builder a shot and we also offer a huge library of different workouts including the autosynced TrainingPeaks Workout of the Day!
Thank you 👍
The RGT app instantly connected my H3, ipad, and PC painlessly, but it won't let me pedal more than half a stroke, then it's as if someone slams on the brakes. It lets up for a few seconds, then brakes again. Can't find an option to make adjustments. Acts the same regardless of what gear I'm in.
Thanks for the video! Onelap still for free.
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Nice info thx for sharing
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I have a 9 series ipad but I still have the free subscription, I have positioned both speed and cadence sensors the zwift program sees them but when I pedal the avatar does not move where am I going wrong? I am using a regular spin bike
What do I need to do with my Tacx app to get my left and right pedal
Looks like I'm giving RGT a test ride this weekend
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I currently use TrainerRoad and Rouvy. TrainerRoad’s workout definitely help me get the most out of the limited time I have to ride. I also like riding real courses, particularly ones I have seen the pros ride so I also use Rouvy. Sometimes I do the TrainerRoad workouts with the app minimized to the bottom of the screen while I watch the Rouvy video (TrainerRoad controlling the trainer while the Rouvy video moves based on its calculated speed) Given people’s comments I am going to check out BigRingVR for its videos. Anyone have comments on why they like BigRingVR over Rouvy or visa-versa?
Thanks for sharing these great insides. Is there any cycling software supporting Linux directly without using wine or VMs?
I believe BigRingVR which wasn’t mentioned in this particular video does have a Linux version if you reach out to them directly.
I use and like Rouvy.
currently using RGT for cycling and zwiftrunning for the run since im not going to pay in summer for a indoor platform when the weather outside is beuatiufull
I bought my tacx vortex in Sep 2019 and when my free month trial ended I connected my garmin 520 to set watts .... so trainer will manually adjust resistance .....
Thanks for video ...I'm prob ready to try something else
Hey Carl, we encourage you to give Rouvy a shot! The software fully supports the Tacx vortex and allows control of the Smart trainer. You can also use the beta apps for free during the open period
@@casey-rouvy2322 I sure will thanks ....
Nice video. I found very useful. Just looking for some help. I have a bike rollers and I just would like to track distance and sync with apple health. I just got my new apple watch 5. I am just about to buy Cadence Sensor. Just need the right app to sync with apple health. Any help much appreciated. already a subscriber 👍🏼
Using BigRingVR and Xert. Also waiting for Veloton :-)
Maybe Veloton will make the 2020 list :)
Very very good review. I was just looking at the indoor training space and your clip gave me so much info and help. I still have a question though:
Which of these apps support group training (with a coach) that could give indications real time for the people on how hard they should go, etc. Also if it supports some video/ audio conference would be awesome. I’m really curious if there is such thing out there!
Cheers!
+Alexandru Georgescu MaximumTrainer supports group workouts. Also check out ErgVideo.com (Windows only). Each supports up to 25 connections at once and each rider can ride at their own fitness level.
TrainerRoad have just released group training in real time, with video. Haven't tried it yet, but it could be what you're looking for.
Yep, i-ve seen that. The only downside is that they limit to 4 folks, and they don't have some routes to ride to. The go-to for me is Rouvy/or RGT + discord + watch race functionality.
Do any of these let you race your personal best time with a ghost racer like car racing games do?
Hi.. nice info...had no luck with rgt..always had tcp gateway error and failed code..running on same wifi and kickr smart.. 🙏
Just trying the free sessions on Zwift and Sufferfest, like the idea of both not sure which to go with.. there’s a few others from the likes of elite and Tacx but I don’t know much about them either. Minefield...
The question I have is which one of these apps will work with my Echelon EX5?
Free PC software Maximum Trainer is discontinued . But don't forget freeware Golden Cheetah v 3.4 and v3.5 tab Train has a lot of capabilities to do interactive Workouts on the smartrainer also.
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Hey great videos, much appreciated. Do you know if there is a spin bike app that can be used with any software trainer? I do not own the power pedal. Please advise.
Hi Dan! Rouvy supports and has a few different spin bike power curves you can use with our software! Check our help guide to see if we can support your set-up!
Stumbled upon this and great video......I especially love the feedback for triathletes, what do you think about VeloPro for triathletes? Maybe I missed that in the video...
+Geoffrey Taylor VeloPro is made for cyclists not triathletes. I’ve used it
for a period and had to add the swimming and running myself. But the nice thing is you can adjust how much cycling you can do per week. So with some tweaking, and as long as you know how to train for the other two, you can use its plan.
For triathlon specific plans, I would look at TrainerRoad and The Sufferfest. They both have all three sports integrated into their plans. TrainerRoad has plans from Sprint to full Ironman.
SMART Bike Trainers I use trainer road but you know a free alternative is good too
SMART Bike Trainers I also like the adaptive nature of Xert and Velopro...don't get me wrong trainer road is good but adaptive training is next level!😁
That’s true. It seems easier to do for cyclists at this point since power data gives you almost everything you need to know about the stress of the workout. We don’t seem to be there yet for the other two sports. But getting closer 🤞
What's good for ellipticals like the schwinn 470
I used Swift for about three months, it’s excellent when you program your own training sessions, but I always back to Netflix or another, so I only wanted to see the numbers. Them I got bored 😑 to pay for not seeing and backed to old school 🚲
MaximumTrainer says: "MaximumTrainer is closing down, thanks for your support"
The app has been officially discontinued :(
What's your thoughts on jacfit .
Trainer Road - great plans and layout with big numbers and I can see what's coming. Graphics are useless during a training plan for me and I don't like the Zwifts workout interface.
Can you make a video about ones that I can use a stationary bike on, like a peloton type stationary bike that connects to Bluetooth to an ipad
I use Xert and Zwif like my main tools, and sometimes when I get bored of zwift I switch to RGT.
P/s. I like your hat. Do you have for sale?
I don’t have them for sale but looking to make some more of them. I will keep you updated.
I like Trainerroad. I tried Rouvy with premium subscription but didn’t like it much due to one thing only. Even if you download video to your PC it is going to stop from time to time -maybe related to PC minumum requirements but it was reported like that by some other colleagues as well. So Zwift and Trainerroad are my favourites ones.
I just get on the trainer and use a power meter old school. That is why I am here to find something free, effective and engaging.
Hello, mountain bike is only available on zwift?
Love using Xert!
OH me too Scott Steele:):)
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Hi, I'm looking for a cheaper alternative to Zwift (virtual or with video recording) where I can disable in it controlling the power meter but still have the ability to ride the route. I intend to use another app, such as Trainerroad to control it. Any ideas?
Giver RGT Cycling a try. They have a free option to ride virtual roads. You should be able to run TR and RGT at the same time.
Hi Alexandru, in Rouvy you have the ability to sync your smart trainer as a ‘traditional/classic’ trainer and ride along a power curve. Just connect your trainer to ROUVY via the other available protocol as a non-controllable general powermeter. If that solution does not work for you you may also adjust the ‘reality level’ in training mode to climb faster or ride in specific zones easier.
@@casey-rouvy2322 thanks, I will try that!
I've only tried Zwift and I'm very happy with it.
Get is nice. Only downside is that it won’t accept ant+ speed. Only cadence. So you have to have some sort of power unfortunately
Fullgaz is only available for Apple products.
I hadn't used Maximum Trainer in some time but tried launching it today and it told me that I had to update but when I clicked the link to update it takes you to a page where there are no links to download. If you click around it there's a post from Maximum Trainer that they weren't able to secure funding and now it seems as if they've nuked the entire program. It's unfortunate because I enjoyed it and really sad that they've killed even the older versions by telling the program to force you to update when there's no update available.
I use TR with Spotify. 💯
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And if you have Garmin Watch or Edge then you can 1. follow a scheduled training program 2. create your own workout 3. Follow a GPS course for FREE.
True, true, and true
In which app?
I use Zwift and Rouvy.
very good video,only looked at it now,after more than 17.000km and level 41 of zwit i got a bit fed up with it,the workouts are too hard for my level and I hate Koms,totally unrealistic to go up mountains on zwift...and riding Watopia endless in always the same roads is totally boring,as I have Elite Direto XR and Italia is always on my heart i have been using Elite MyEtraining...much better road feeling than Zwift...u do 1 hr on it and it feels like 1 hr on the road,a lot of folks say it does not work properly but with me it works like a pharmacy...perfect,what is your opinion about this elite app??? maybe not very popular in the usa...all the best my good friend.
Also using #bigringvr and love it. Continues improvements, new rides and challenges!
BigRingVR is doing great work. That’s good to hear from you and others.
It seems to have mostly hilly rides not much in the way of flatter routes
Best Suggestion ever!
- Works on Windows 7 with low end pc (not working on apple devices)
- Cheaper than other and payment can be monthly
- Family account for two accounts for the same price
PC Users... this is the deal
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Which is the best app/s to use with an apple tv which has good structured workouts for triathletes? Instead of Zwift
Currently the following apps can be used on Apple TV:
- Zwift
- RGT
- Rouvy (beta) You can only do video rides
- FulGaz: video rides and they recently added structured workouts but very limited. However, you can import your own workouts to the app. You can see how I did it here: czcams.com/video/9LIa-iQcwLk/video.html
Hi! Here at Rouvy we think we have a pretty good one going, and you can download and use it for free on Apple TV during the trial beta period! For any of the 4,000 structured workouts use Rouvy on Win, iOS or Android
Don’t have a turbo trainer but RGT looks so much better than Zwift, maybe you should do a video comparing both
Does anyone have the last/latest version of MaximumTrainer?
Did you get it?
Is it possible to use a basic trainer and a bluetooth speed sensor to RGT? thanks in advance
No. Unfortunately RGT requires a power meter
Do you have an app to recommend that works with The Keiser M3?
If you have a heart rate monitor, you can use the M3 with apps like The Sufferfest or TrainerRoad. Also, check out the Peloton iOS app for spin and heart rate specific workouts.
What did you end up using? I just bought this bike!
Hi great videos.. I'm using Zwift to run, could you tell me alternatives for running? thanks...
Kinomap offers running videos as well. Peloton digital app has different running workouts too. These are the two that I’ve tried.
It's too bad RGT requires a smart trainer or power meter. It runs on my PC, but I only use a "dumb trainer". Going to check out Rouvy tonight.
Have you looked at Training Peaks and Erg Video?
Yes I have in the past. It’s fine. ErgVideos is limited to Windows only unfortunately.
For a few months I tried Kinomap but it is always challenging me to make the connection with either BT or ANT+. At this time they are updating the app but it takes a long time to make everything works well. I am done with Kinomap, sorry guys, your support is great but the app....... I tried Bkool for a few weeks, much better than Kinomap but I don't like the slope changes every 100 meter. Why is that? Right now I have a trial for Rouvy, it looks awesome, especially the augmented video's and all the connections are made fast without any problems. My decision is to go further with Rouvy, never the less because I don't like only 3D animations it is with Zwift.
Hey Jilles, thanks for checking us out, glad you’re enjoying the program! Ride on!
Both Fulgaz and Virtugo don't have an auto pause function .so not for me Trainer road to expensive,Rouvy the hills are a lot harder than they would be in real life . I like zwft and kinomap though the hills are like Rouvy not compatible with real life
I ride on Zwift. Happy with it. Huge variety. Not only courses but also social, training and racing.
I'm looking for a platform to host group rides doing workouts I create in Training Peaks or Final Surge. Would love some council on that.
Hi, we're not sure that exactly exists, but you can create custom workouts and share them with Rouvy Workouts in conjunction with the workout builder on our website.
Group rides are now in beta on Rouvy. They are superb!
Which one is best?? Please answer
Nairooo 6:06 !!!!
Can you use a Samsung android tablet with Rouvy great content as usual.
Zwift is compatible with a number of Android devices. See if you can find Zwift app on the Google Play store. Generally it you can download it from the App Store, then it’s compatible.
Currently using Zwift but also just downloaded RGT.
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You Forgot Bkool
For me one of the besr apps.
+Thomas Eser well, I didn’t forget Bkool, I just didn’t include it 🙂
It’s a good app with some good features. Glad you are enjoying it. Will keep my eyes on it and see now they develop in the next year or so.
@@SmartBikeTrainers you might to have another look soon
I use bkool too and for me it's the best. You can ride famous climbs, it can give you personal training for your own goal and now they have a separate app that it's included with the subscription that includes spinning classes. It's worthy to try it
Bkool is very, very good!
which app do you recommend for beginner ? thx
Hey Wael, give Rouvy a shot! We have a large number of routes and in the catalog you can categorize them by things such as distance and estimated time to fit your plan! Additionally we have thousands of virtual routes that can also be filtered to fit your ride time or type!
What s your view on Chinese indoor trainers and what do you recommend as their prices are better
I haven’t tested any of the Chinese brand trainers.
Which cycling app do you use?
Veloton Cycling
It would be funny if you don’t 😉
Love the video. It would be nice to have time stamps to make it easier to skip to the content I want. :)
Trainerroad! 👍🏻💪🏻
Cool video! Thx!
Pretty happy with the climbs on Rouvy. The open apps will do well with my better half as she's just starting and doesn't want full blown structured training.
Please could you do an updated video. Maximum trainer is no longer available since September 2019.
Also RGT cycling is only suitable for people with smart trainers (a speed and cadence sensor will not work with RGT)
So it would be great to know what free trainers are available smart trainer and dumb trainers.
Here is an updated video
TOP 10 Cycling Apps Of 2020: Free, Paid Training Apps, and Zwift Alternatives
czcams.com/video/rtdMFn2RfUo/video.html
You forget VCS VeloCycleScroller It is free and work in progress:. But nice video
Can you post the link to it?
@@SmartBikeTrainers Sure. it will be released officially on October 3rd, but if people interested: download links are behind: www.strava.com/clubs/VeloCycleScrollers and facebook.com/groups/361135014649540/ it will be good to have some critics :) And some more testers.
@@SmartBikeTrainers Now with Website: vcs.quakeit.de
Does Rouvy work with the KICKR climb?
Yes it does
Can I create my own real route by recording on a gopro and my power meter with any app?
Some apps offer you to do this. You will need to have GPS enabled on your GoPro. Kenomap and Rouvy are two apps which you can use to create your own video routes.
Hey Dr! Right! You can use the route editor and your camera with integrated GPS to get your own local routes up on Rouvy!
CycleOps Hammer while using Zwift or BKool
Do you have vids on power meters for outdoor cycling?
No I don’t review power meters but maybe that will change in the future.
@@SmartBikeTrainers would be cool because it's a huge market... thanx for your vids ... love it
I don't own a smart trainer yet as I can't afford at this stage but looking at one going forward perhaps ... there is something like Thinkrider... Magene T300 which are popular
I just went to the FulGaz website... They're Apple\iOS only? :(
Yes, only iOS and Apple TV available. Check out BigRingVR which I didn’t mention in the video but are similar to FulGaz. They have a desktop version for Mac and Windows.
What about Bkool?
What about BKool?
I prefer to use Rouvy.
Great video. But, Rouvy is not available for MacOS.
That’s correct
Hi John! We’ve recently released the public Mac and Apple TV beta for free during the beta period!