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rampida vs Zwift: 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 Zwift is ahead.
The comparison
| rampida | Zwift | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | $19.99 / €19.99 per month; annual plan two months cheaper according to Zwift; 14-day trial |
| Cost per year | €0 in the beta, then €0 (50 km/month) or €49 | about $200 (annual) or $239.88 (monthly) |
| Runs on | Browser (Chrome/Edge) on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS and Android – no install | App to install: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Apple TV |
| World | Real terrain in 3D from elevation data and OpenStreetMap: forests, meadows, houses, hairpins | Fantasy worlds (Watopia) and recreated routes (e.g. “Alpe du Zwift”) |
| Own GPX routes | Yes, GPX and FIT (Komoot, Strava, Garmin), snapped to real roads | No, Zwift routes only |
| Riding together | Leaderboards on every climb, live riders on the same route, Ride On, pacer group with drafting, ghost, XP, achievements, tours | Largest community, racing, group rides around the clock |
| Training | ERG workouts (watts or % FTP) | Lots of training plans and workouts |
| Language | German, English | multilingual |
| iPhone/iPad | No (iOS lacks Web Bluetooth) | Yes |
As of October 2026, according to the providers / sources: www.zwift.com. Prices may change.
When Zwift is the better fit
You want racing and group rides with thousands of people every evening, ride on iPad or Apple TV and don’t need your own routes.
When rampida is the better fit
You want to ride your own routes and real climbs, install nothing and skip the $200 subscription.
FAQ
Is rampida an alternative to Zwift?
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. Zwift is the better choice if: You want racing and group rides with thousands of people every evening, ride on iPad or Apple TV and don’t need your own routes.
How much does Zwift cost in comparison?
Zwift: $19.99 / €19.99 per month; annual plan two months cheaper according to Zwift; 14-day trial. 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.