ROUVY vs. MyWhoosh: Which App is the Right for You? (2026)

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Looking for a new indoor cycling app, but don’t know whether to use ROUVY or MyWhoosh? You are in the right place because I tested both apps to discover what they offer and how they compare. You will learn about their key differences, pros, and cons.

ROUVY vs. MyWhoosh Summary

ROUVY and MyWhoosh both belong among the best indoor cycling apps. The main difference between them lies in the riding environment. MyWhoosh offers a fully virtual world, whereas ROUVY incorporates real-world footage from around the world, enhanced with virtual elements such as avatars. For a detailed comparison of features, check out the following summary.

MyWhoosh vs. ROUVY: Features Comparison

Let’s now dive deeper into the individual features of MyWhoosh and ROUVY.

World: Real vs. Virtual

For many, the riding environment is key when selecting an indoor cycling app (I am no exception).

ROUVY provides access to thousands of real-world routes, ranging from famous landmarks to hidden gems. Some of them are enhanced with virtual elements. Its extensive library is easy to navigate with filters for name, distance, duration, ascent, and more, ensuring you’ll always find a route that fits your needs or available time.

One of ROUVY’s biggest advantages is its variety of routes. With so many options, you’ll unlikely run out of new rides to try! Additionally, you can compare your performance against pro athletes on iconic routes from events like La Vuelta and IRONMAN.

ROUVY also introduced a Route Creator. This feature lets you record your own outdoor rides on video and turn them into rideable virtual routes. It drastically expands the library and allows you to train on your local roads indoors before the season starts.

In contrast, MyWhoosh offers multiple virtual worlds, including MyWhoosh World, Switzerland, California, Hudayriyat, Arabia, Colombia, Australia, Alula, and more, which rotate on a set schedule. This rotation creates the impression of a more active user base, but the limited selection of worlds could make routes feel repetitive over time. It’s worth noting that MyWhoosh adopted this system after initially keeping all worlds open—similar to Zwift’s approach, which does this for the same reason.

One downside of ROUVY is that its virtual world demands more data (much like streaming a YouTube video that downloads while it plays). If your internet connection is slow, you might experience lag. MyWhoosh is better optimized for lower data usage, providing more stability and fewer performance issues, even with slower internet speeds. However, it requires downloading up to GBs of data before the first ride.

Winner: ROUVY

Multiplayer & Social Interactivity

Both apps let you connect with other riders and organize group rides.

MyWhoosh routes tend to feel busier, largely due to bots. While ROUVY is gaining popularity, its users are spread across hundreds of routes, meaning you’re less likely to encounter many riders except on the most popular roads. If social interaction is a priority, ROUVY might not be the best choice.

Another drawback of ROUVY is the lack of an in-game chat feature. To communicate with friends, you’ll need to use third-party apps. In contrast, MyWhoosh includes a built-in chat, making interaction easier. ROUVY also doesn’t offer in-app gestures like waving, so greeting others directly isn’t an option. Although ROUVY introduced the ROUVY Companion app, it still doesn’t address the absence of a chat function.

MyWhoosh provides the MyWhoosh Link app, which enhances the desktop app by allowing users to explore events, join clubs, chat with others, and more. It works basically like the Zwift Companion app.

Winner: MyWhoosh

PRO TIP: Try a rocker plate to make your indoor cycling experience more comfortable and engaging.

Races & Events

Both MyWhoosh and ROUVY support racing and event hosting. Notably, MyWhoosh hosted the 2024 and 2025 UCI Esports Cycling World Championships and is set to host them again in 2026. However, both apps currently offer a limited number of races and events because of their smaller user bases than Zwift. It remains the best option for e-racing—for now.

ROUVY stands out with its variety of official and unofficial races and events. Official events are more actively promoted, attracting more people, while unofficial races tend to have fewer participants.

On the other hand, MyWhoosh offers races with real cash prizes for both amateurs and professionals. This is a unique selling point that sets it apart from every other indoor cycling app. While entry requirements are strict (often mandating dual recording or specific equipment/weight verification), the opportunity to earn money through series like the Sunday Race Club makes it the premier destination for competitive esports racers.

Winner: It’s a draw

Workouts: Both Apps Should Satisfy You

Both ROUVY and MyWhoosh are suitable apps for structured training.

In ROUVY, you can browse workouts and filter them by difficulty, length, and more. They recently added a workout builder and virtual partners. You can create a workout tailored to your needs or upload one from other apps, such as TrainingPeaks. Virtual partners can keep you company and motivate you to maintain a specific pace.

MyWhoosh has a similar workout and structured training plan library and is working hard to expand it. You can browse workouts (and training plans) and filter them by difficulty, duration, and other criteria. You can also create custom workouts tailored to your needs. Additionally, MyWhoosh offers “controllable companion bots,” virtual pace partners designed to help you stay motivated and maintain your tempo.

Winner: It’s a draw

TIP: Use an indoor cycling fan to stay cool during your workouts.

Gamification: Game vs. Real Videos

One area where MyWhoosh and ROUVY differ the most is gamification.

MyWhoosh began with a few gamification elements, but Zwift clearly inspired them to add more. Instead of drops, you collect coins that you can use to buy new equipment. However, unlike in Zwift, you can purchase these coins for real money. This is one of the ways MyWhoosh monetizes the platform.

There are also different challenges where you can earn season points and get additional rewards. The system is pretty comprehensive and mixes 3 different currencies (coins, power gems, and season points). I don’t know if this is intentional, so you lose track of how much in real money individual items cost, or if it’s just a bad design, but it’s confusing.

ROUVY was pretty much gamification-free (not counting the poorly designed challenges) until the end of 2021. However, they launched a new ROUVY Career at the beginning of 2022. It consists of 80 levels that you complete by collecting coins. You get them by riding (regardless of the type of ride you do). You can then spend these coins on new gear and customize your avatar like in MyWhoosh. However, the choice is more limited.

It seems that ROUVY doesn’t even try to be “more fun”. It aims to attract different types of users and deliver a different experience. For this reason, I believe MyWhoosh has an edge here.

Winner: MyWhoosh

User Friendliness

ROUVY and MyWhoosh are both easy to use. ROUVY features a purple color scheme, while MyWhoosh opts for lighter tones. Although ROUVY underwent a major redesign in 2023 that brought significant improvements, I still think it could be better. The colors remain too dark for my taste, and some interface elements don’t behave consistently, leaving room for further refinements.

MyWhoosh offers a good level of ease of use from the start. However, it’s not without its flaws. Ultimately, which app feels more user-friendly will depend on your personal preferences. For me, both apps do a solid job of covering the basics and letting me find what I need quickly.

Winner: It’s a draw

Platforms Availability and Connectivity

ROUVY and MyWhoosh are available on all major platforms, including iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Apple TV.

Both apps also support virtual shifting. ROUVY adopted this feature, but MyWhoosh followed in the March 2025 update that introduced the MyShift. Keep in mind that there might be limitations on which hardware you can use. Before committing, I recommend checking the list of devices compatible with MyWhoosh, as some users reported issues with less-known trainers. Here are the equivalent recommendations for ROUVY.

Winner: It’s a draw

Total Score: ROUVY (1), MyWhoosh (2), It’s a draw (5)

Pricing

MyWhoosh is free (with in-app purchases available), which is pretty cool given the value it offers. ROUVY is available for $19.99/month or $179.99/year, and it also offers group plans that can bring the price down to $8/month. Therefore, MyWhoosh seems like a no-brainer. But remember, it depends on what type of rider you are and what you are looking for.
Updated on 12th of February, 2026

ROUVY and MyWhoosh Alternatives

For those looking for indoor cycling apps similar to ROUVY, FulGaz is the closest option. It also uses real-world footage from different locations worldwide. However, unlike ROUVY, it doesn’t use augmented reality, so the footage is uninterrupted.

If you prefer an alternative to MyWhoosh, Zwift is the best option. MyWhoosh is basically a copy of it, but Zwift has more cartoonish graphics. I also recommend checking out TrainingPeaks Virtual, which is similar but has more realistic graphics.

The following table summarizes all the indoor cycling apps I tested and my scoring.

The Winner

Price-wise, MyWhoosh is a clear winner because it’s free, and with its cash-prize races, it can even pay you. However, comparing ROUVY vs. MyWhoosh results in a draw in most areas. So, ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for.

Do you want to explore worldwide locations from the comfort of your home? Use ROUVY. Do you want to train for free in a virtual world? Then try MyWhoosh. Below, I add my indoor cycling app scoring for each area.

My MyWhoosh rating at a glance:
Ease of Setup 5/5 | Engagement 4/5 | Community 3/5 | Routes 3/5 | Training 3/5 | UX 4/5 | Platforms Availability 5/5 | Price 5/5 | OVERALL 4.0/5

My ROUVY rating at a glance:
Ease of Setup 5/5 | Engagement 4/5 | Community 3/5 | Routes 5/5 | Training 4/5 | UX 3/5 | Platforms Availability 5/5 | Price 3/5 | OVERALL 4.0/5

I recommend trying both apps during the trial version and deciding which suits you better.

ROUVY vs. MyWhoosh: FAQ