BitGym: Treadmill Cycling Erg Reviews

Pretty good app, but can be made better

tintin-snowy

Have been using BitGym for about 3 months. Have been working flawlessly, except since last update perhaps when I am frequently seeing blank screens on all my Apple devices after the app launches OR it doesn’t remember that I am subscribed and I have to tap “restore my subscription”. Please fix this! When it works, it’s great! Great high quality videos, accurate detection of spm, rpm, strokes/min on treadmill, bike and rower. Features that will help improve 1. Need the ability to see what videos don’t have have trial sounds and which ones don’t without having to launch the videos Maybe can add small icons next to video names indicating this. 2. Newly/recently added videos should be pointed out such so that users can know what’s new. 3. Software forces me through the extra step of Saving my workout. I should be able to just be done with the workout without the extra step. 4. Video syncing with speed can be better — faster you run/bike/row, faster the video should move. It’s there somewhat, but can definitely be improved. 5. Within a video, should be able to get to more interesting looking unexplored checkpoints, without having to cover the previous ones. 6. When the user taps on a checkpoint, its description should be mentioned on the screen somewhere so that the user knows what that part of the trail is going to cover. Awesome software overall! Would highly recommend.

Can’t do cardio without it

Definekls

Something about the amazing scenery really makes the time go by. I love this app. I don’t use the coached but love the immersive workouts. I feel happier during my workout because of it!

New Update not working

Cyhusk

Can’t get app to work since updating a couple of days ago.

Well worth it!

Seizetheday!

Exercising indoors on a machine can get boring without a view. This app takes care of this problem. I use it on an elliptical and rower which have really made my workouts more fun. The pop-up factoids even help you learn some interesting points on places that you are watching while exercising.

I LIKE it!

Left0verture

Getting bored looking at the wall while I’m sweating it out on my old Schwinn recumbent, so I tried Fitness+. Meh. Onscreen stats are cool, but the urban warehouse/gym with trainers yelling at me constantly isn’t my thing. Peloton app looks to be more of the same. Tried BitGym - NOW we’re talking! I miss my Apple Watch stats, but riding through virtual outdoor locations with only occasional trainer prompts (which are sometimes actually helpful) is right up my alley. I was skeptical about the app getting my rpm’s via the iPad camera but SURPRISE! They’re solid and within 1 or 2 rpms of the on-bike readout. I’d give it 4.5 stars - just wish there was a way to see my Watch stats onscreen, but maybe that isn’t feasible.

Great for Indoor Exercising

Dlgordoni

I love BitGym and have been using for about a year. I love all the beautiful scenery and workouts. I do wish that it had more Cardio Coach workouts though! There’s only enough for a couple weeks and they get old after awhile. I do use the guided tours too, but would love more Cardio Coach workouts. Thanks for an overall great app!

iPad camera problem fixed and loving the free content

Dreuge

Update: iPad needed a system settings reset to get camera working. After that it works well and I have enjoyed the free content. If I stick with it, I may pay for additional content. I am looking at other apps, but so far I like this one the best. ...... App does not show up the the setting-privacy-camera settings so the app cannot get camera access. It works on my iPhone but not on the ipad

Amazing app to keep you motivated!

Jeff H Reviews

I made a New Years resolution to start working out and this app has helped me to get off on the right foot and stay motivated. Excellent locations around the world, great coaches, and realistic motion and video make this immersive and fun. I love the ability to track and share runs and mark progress and the cost is definitely worth it. This is perfect when paired with airplay on an Apple TV for a big screen experience. Love it so far. One recommendation would be the ability to integrate with music services to play your own music within the interface, especially during hikes with no music audio.

Overall very nice app

Beans2800

I’ve been using BitGym for several months now; and quite a bit more since being sheltered in place these few months. Overall it’s been a mental life saver in mentally transporting myself to my favorite places (Hawaii). I like that I can use Pandora/my music while also on this app. I also tried the coached portions, but realized I’m more comfortable leisurely riding my indoor bike through the locations myself. Also, the app support is very quick to email respond, and responds with an honest answer and soloutions. Overall for around $10/month and how it’s helping me, I’ll say it’s well worth it. **Update: Jan 2021, I canceled my membership and deleted the app because it crashes, lags making it impossible to enjoy, uses tons of bandwidth.

Needs Improvement

chevy2thelevy2

Missing features: rewind, forward, remember last location when reopening, include sound track with all videos, eliminate echo on soundtracks, use stabilizer for all videos, make sure audio correctly syncs with video.