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rampida vs Grimpa: 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 Grimpa is ahead.
The comparison
| rampida | Grimpa | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 (Chrome/Edge) on computer and Android |
| World | Real terrain in 3D from elevation data and OpenStreetMap: forests, meadows, houses, hairpins | Real roads drawn as pixel art |
| Own GPX routes | Yes, GPX and FIT (Komoot, Strava, Garmin), snapped to real roads | Yes, own GPX |
| Riding together | Leaderboards on every climb, live riders on the same route, Ride On, pacer group with drafting, ghost, XP, achievements, tours | Pacer bot, ghost; no racing or leaderboards yet, according to the developer |
| Training | ERG workouts (watts or % FTP) | – |
| Language | German, English | 6 languages |
| iPhone/iPad | No (iOS lacks Web Bluetooth) | No |
As of October 2026, according to the providers / sources: www.grimpa.cc. Prices may change.
When Grimpa is the better fit
You like the pixel-art style and don’t need leaderboards.
When rampida is the better fit
You want real 3D terrain, leaderboards on every climb, live riders, a pacer group with drafting, XP and tours.
FAQ
Is rampida an alternative to Grimpa?
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. Grimpa is the better choice if: You like the pixel-art style and don’t need leaderboards.
How much does Grimpa cost in comparison?
Grimpa: Free. 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.