iBiker Cycling & Heart Trainer for Android

I’ve been an enthusiastic user of iBiker for several years, and have always loved the way that it provides a visual representation of my heart rate during spin classes. I liked it even more when, a few years ago, it enabled Google Watch support so that I didn’t have to wear the annoying chest strap any more. For the cost of a modest in-app purchase, I had an app that really improved my spin class experience. It kept getting better over the years—until the 10.099 “upgrade.” Nothing worked any more. It no longer recognized my email and password. Instead, it wanted to treat me as a new user, and the simple in-app purchase to connect to sensors is gone. Instead, I would have to buy a subscription for $20 to $30 per year. I just wanted to connect my watch to the app, and I don’t need all of those “perks” that come with the subscriptions, like astrological readings, Sushi recipes, dog walking services. I’ll give the app two stars for this rating in view of all of the good years that it had, but I’m moving on.

As a senior citizen I purchased a lifetime subscription. Now they changed the rules and want to charge me for using my watch. The obvious reason? Profit margins are flagging so they search for more profits. It usually means the app will disappear in the near future. Shame on you Ibiker for bilking the elderly!!!

Requires you to create an account before you can do anything. Ridiculous. You don’t need an online account to track a ride. Which means they’re mining YOU.

I’ve been using this app for several years and really like it. Give me lots of stats such as mileage, elevation, speed, and a map of my ride. It also keeps a log of all my rides. Great app.

I have had this app for many years. It’s one of only a few of my many many apps that has been with me for over 10 years. I love a recent update whereby it pauses if I stop my activity. It keeps me motivated.