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rampida vs GPX Rider: an honest comparison
rampida runs in your browser, rides any GPX route in real 3D and is free during the beta. Here are the differences – including where GPX Rider is ahead.
The comparison
| rampida | GPX Rider | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free and unlimited in the beta until 31 March 2027, then 50 km/month free; Pro €4.99/month or €49/year; Founder Pass €25 (2 years Pro) | Free, open source (MIT) |
| Cost per year | €0 in the beta, then €0 (50 km/month) or €49 | €0 |
| Runs on | Browser (Chrome/Edge) on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS and Android – no install | Browser, no account |
| World | Real terrain in 3D from elevation data and OpenStreetMap: forests, meadows, houses, hairpins | Photorealistic 3D maps (Google) |
| Own GPX routes | Yes, GPX and FIT (Komoot, Strava, Garmin), snapped to real roads | Yes |
| Riding together | Leaderboards on every climb, live riders on the same route, Ride On, pacer group with drafting, ghost, XP, achievements, tours | No leaderboards or other riders |
| Training | ERG workouts (watts or % FTP) | Heart rate and power zones |
| Language | German, English | English |
| iPhone/iPad | No (iOS lacks Web Bluetooth) | No |
As of October 2026, according to the providers / sources: gpx-rider.github.io. Prices may change.
When GPX Rider is the better fit
You just want to ride one GPX file over satellite imagery without an account.
When rampida is the better fit
You want more than a single ride: leaderboards, live riders, pacers, ghost, achievements, ERG workouts and Strava upload.
FAQ
Is rampida an alternative to GPX Rider?
Yes, for anyone who wants to ride real routes and climbs: rampida runs in the browser, loads any GPX or FIT file and builds a 3D world from it. GPX Rider is the better choice if: You just want to ride one GPX file over satellite imagery without an account.
How much does GPX Rider cost in comparison?
GPX Rider: Free, open source (MIT). rampida: Free and unlimited in the beta until 31 March 2027, then 50 km/month free; Pro €4.99/month or €49/year; Founder Pass €25 (2 years Pro).
Do I need a smart trainer for rampida?
Yes, a Bluetooth smart trainer (FTMS, e.g. Wahoo, Tacx, Elite, Wattbike) or a trainer with a Bluetooth power meter.
Try it yourself
rampida runs in your browser: open the link, pair your trainer, ride. Free and unlimited during the beta until 31 March 2027.