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rampida vs VeloPopuli: 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 VeloPopuli is ahead.
The comparison
| rampida | VeloPopuli | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (GPL) |
| 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 | Program to install: Windows, macOS, Linux |
| World | Real terrain in 3D from elevation data and OpenStreetMap: forests, meadows, houses, hairpins | 3D from map data, including mountain-bike trails |
| Own GPX routes | Yes, GPX and FIT (Komoot, Strava, Garmin), snapped to real roads | Yes, plus route planner |
| Riding together | Leaderboards on every climb, live riders on the same route, Ride On, pacer group with drafting, ghost, XP, achievements, tours | – |
| Training | ERG workouts (watts or % FTP) | – |
| Language | German, English | English |
| iPhone/iPad | No (iOS lacks Web Bluetooth) | No |
As of October 2026, according to the providers / sources: velopopuli.com. Prices may change.
When VeloPopuli is the better fit
You ride mountain-bike trails and don’t mind installing a program.
When rampida is the better fit
You want to start in the browser without installing, with leaderboards and other riders.
FAQ
Is rampida an alternative to VeloPopuli?
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. VeloPopuli is the better choice if: You ride mountain-bike trails and don’t mind installing a program.
How much does VeloPopuli cost in comparison?
VeloPopuli: Free, open source (GPL). 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.