RideControl app worth it?

[hemismith]

Is it worth using the RideControl app? Seems like there have been lots of problems, and the Apple store rating is horrible. I have a 2023 (I think, how do I tell) Stance E+ 1 Pro. The specs say the following, but the existing computer seems really basic. There was no manual for it and I don't see one online.

Giant RideControl Dash, Smart Assist automatic mode, 5 manual support levels, USB-C (10W)
Giant RideControl Dash, high-angle visibility, full color LCD display
Giant RideControl App enabled ANT+ wireless display signal with e-bike profile

 

[Montana St Alum]

Isn't the app free? Why wouldn't you try it and see?

 

[hemismith]

Yes, but some updates seem to have bricked some bikes in the past so I’m wondering if that’s still a risk. I also find it odd that it requires a separate login than the Giant website.

 

[Montana St Alum]

Yes, but some updates seem to have bricked some bikes in the past so I’m wind if that’s still a risk. I also find it odd that it requires a separate login than the Giant website.

I don't have the Trance, so maybe it's different, but I've ridden the E+Elite 3 since the beginning of last year. I've been using the app because with the E3, it's necessary for the purpose of setting things like "launch", "support" and torque. Maybe that's not needed on the Trance. Also, I've installed all of the motor programming updates through the use of the app with no problems. I did have one Samsung update on my phone that caused some connectivity issues, but that was a Smasung problem, and the subsequent Samsung update resolved the issue. (Apple based updates didn't cause any problems.) For the E3, the use of the app is almost a requirement unless you are happy with the "factory settings".
I doubt the app itself would cause problems of any kind and the updates to the bike itself appear to be optional and require WiFi to implement.

 

[hemismith]

I don't have the Trance, so maybe it's different, but I've ridden the E+Elite 3 since the beginning of last year. I've been using the app because with the E3, it's necessary for the purpose of setting things like "launch", "support" and torque. Maybe that's not needed on the Trance. Also, I've installed all of the motor programming updates through the use of the app with no problems. I did have one Samsung update on my phone that caused some connectivity issues, but that was a Smasung problem, and the subsequent Samsung update resolved the issue. (Apple based updates didn't cause any problems.) For the E3, the use of the app is almost a requirement unless you are happy with the "factory settings".
I doubt the app itself would cause problems of any kind and the updates to the bike itself appear to be optional and require WiFi to implement.

Ok good to know, thanks!

 

[Krrr]

Giant Ride Control App - Problems After Updates - No Ride Distance​

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• Start date May 16, 2024
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