Softonic’s report that ALSO rolled out its first e-bikes this week (with public sales still on hold) is a good reminder: the e-bike hardware market is crowded, and the app market decided which e-bike apps mattered years ago. Whether you ride a Bosch-powered Trek, a Specialized Turbo, a mid-motor Rad Power, or a hub-drive brand you have never heard of, the tracking and navigation runs off your phone.
We put seven Android apps through a month of commutes, weekend rides, and one long tour ride. The best apps for e-bike tracking on Android in 2026 are the ones that route by e-bike, keep working when signal drops, and log your rides in a way you actually revisit.
What to look for in an e-bike tracking app
- E-bike-aware routing that keeps you on suitable roads and lanes, not fast arterials.
- Offline maps for tunnels, dead zones, and long tour days without signal.
- Voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation you can hear over wind and traffic.
- Battery-aware pacing so a long climb does not empty the pack.
- Ride history you can export as GPX to a service you actually use.
- Manufacturer integration for the brands that publish real APIs (Bosch, Specialized).
Quick comparison
| App | Best for | Platforms | Free plan | Starting price/mo | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Komoot | E-bike tour routing | Android, iOS | Yes, one region free | Around $30/year | 4.6/5 |
| Strava | Segment culture and social | Android, iOS | Yes, base | Around $12/mo | 4.5/5 |
| Ride with GPS | Elevation-aware planning | Android, iOS | Yes, base | Around $8/mo | 4.5/5 |
| Bosch eBike Flow | Bosch-powered bikes | Android, iOS | Free | $0 | 4.2/5 |
| Bikemap | Route library | Android, iOS | Yes, base | Around $6/mo | 4.4/5 |
| Beeline | Minimalist commutes | Android, iOS | Yes | Around $30/year | 4.3/5 |
| Google Maps | Cross-app familiarity | Android, iOS | Free | $0 | 4.4/5 |
The apps
1. Komoot, best for e-bike tour planning
Komoot is the app most touring cyclists open first, and it earned its place there. Its routing engine has an e-bike profile that keeps you off fast roads, factors in surface type, and estimates a realistic pace at pedal-assist speed. Voice-guided offline navigation works on regional map bundles you can pre-download for the entire country.
Where it falls short: the free tier only includes one map region. You pay per region or bundle everything into a yearly plan. The social feed is thin compared to Strava.
Pricing:
- Free: one map region and turn-by-turn on that region.
- Paid: around $30/year for World Pack (all regions).
Platforms: Android, iOS, web planner.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the tour rider’s default e-bike tracking app in 2026.
2. Strava, best for segment culture
Strava is where cyclists compete against themselves and each other. E-bike rides are supported and get their own leaderboards (segregated from unpowered rides, so you are not being unfair). The segment map is unmatched: even in a town you have lived in for a decade, Strava will surface routes you have not tried.
Where it falls short: free tier is squeezed. Turn-by-turn navigation, route builder, and segment leaderboards moved to Strava Premium.
Pricing:
- Free: ride recording, basic stats.
- Paid: around $12/mo or $80/year for Strava Premium.
Platforms: Android, iOS, Wear OS, watchOS.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the app to open if you want to be part of the local riding community.
3. Ride with GPS, best for elevation-aware planning
Ride with GPS puts the elevation profile front and center in a way Komoot and Strava do not. For an e-bike rider, that matters: you plan around climbs to keep enough battery for the ride home. Grade distribution charts and downloadable offline maps are on the base tier.
Where it falls short: the interface is dense and text-heavy. Not the friendliest first-run.
Pricing:
- Free: base recording, small library of routes.
- Paid: around $8/mo Basic, around $16/mo Premium for offline maps and voice cues.
Platforms: Android, iOS, Garmin, Wahoo.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the technical rider’s route planner.
4. Bosch eBike Flow, best for Bosch-powered bikes
Bosch eBike Flow is the official companion for Bosch drive units, which power a large slice of the mainstream e-bike market (Trek, Cannondale, Riese & Müller, Kalkhoff, and many more). Battery health, assist tuning, firmware updates, and range prediction all live here.
Where it falls short: only useful if your bike has a Bosch mid-motor. Every non-Bosch e-bike will need a different manufacturer app.
Pricing:
- Free: full app.
- Paid: none.
Platforms: Android, iOS.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: required install for anyone on a Bosch-powered e-bike.
5. Bikemap, best for a big user-generated route library
Bikemap has one of the biggest user-uploaded route libraries in Europe. If you ride somewhere Komoot’s routing does not quite get right, chances are a local has uploaded a Bikemap route that does. Offline maps are on the Premium tier.
Where it falls short: route quality varies. Popular areas are excellent; sparse areas can be thin or contain outdated tracks.
Pricing:
- Free: base recording and public routes.
- Paid: around $6/mo Premium.
Platforms: Android, iOS.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the app with the best chance of finding a good route in an unfamiliar city.
6. Beeline, best for minimalist commutes
Beeline shows a single arrow pointing to your destination, with distance and estimated time. That is it. No highlighted route, no turn-by-turn. It is designed for commuters who want to explore known neighborhoods without following a strict path.
Where it falls short: not for touring or unfamiliar cities. You need enough local knowledge to reroute yourself when the arrow points down a dead end.
Pricing:
- Free: base compass mode.
- Paid: around $30/year for detailed routes, voice, and history.
Platforms: Android, iOS.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the commute-first e-bike app for exploring familiar cities.
7. Google Maps, best for cross-app familiarity
Google Maps added cycling navigation years ago, and in 2026 it now supports an e-bike profile that widens acceptable roads compared to the standard bike profile. It does not replace a dedicated cycling app, but for cross-town errands it is the app already on your phone.
Where it falls short: no ride tracking, no cycling social features, no segment map. Just navigation.
Pricing:
- Free: full app.
- Paid: none.
Platforms: Android, iOS.
Download: Google Play · Publisher site
Bottom line: the always-installed backup when your dedicated e-bike app fails.
How to pick the right one
- If you want simplicity: Google Maps. It is already installed.
- If you tour or ride weekends longer than 30 miles: Komoot.
- If you want to race yourself and see your neighbors’ rides: Strava.
- If you plan by climbs: Ride with GPS.
- If your bike has a Bosch motor: install Bosch eBike Flow alongside your navigation app.
- If you commute in a city you know: Beeline removes the map anxiety.
- If Komoot’s routing does not work in your city: try Bikemap.
The strongest combo for most e-bike owners is Komoot for planning, Strava for logging, and the manufacturer’s own app running quietly in the background.
FAQ
Do I need a separate app for my e-bike or does one app do it all? One app can cover navigation and tracking, but battery health, assist tuning, and firmware updates always come from the manufacturer’s own app.
What is the best free e-bike tracking app? Google Maps for navigation, Strava’s free tier for ride logging, and Bosch eBike Flow (if applicable) all cost nothing.
Can I use these apps offline? Komoot, Bikemap, and Ride with GPS all support pre-downloaded offline maps. Strava and Google Maps require signal for full navigation, though Google Maps supports downloaded regions with reduced routing.
Which app has the best voice-guided turn-by-turn for e-bike? Komoot’s voice cues are the most bike-aware, with proper pacing for slower speeds. Google Maps is a close second and free.
Does Strava separate e-bike rides from regular cycling? Yes. E-bike rides get their own activity type and leaderboards so you are not sitting alongside unpowered cyclists on the same segments.
