Where Loopd fits
You want to enter a distance and get a loop that brings you back without building it turn by turn.
Loopd vs Strava
Distance-first loops or a full training network?
Choose Loopd if your first job is generating a practical loop near you. Choose Strava if you want a mature training, route, segment, and social platform.
| Question | Loopd | Strava |
|---|---|---|
| Core route flow | Choose run, walk, or bike, set a distance, and prioritize a route that returns to the start. | Create or draw routes, or use suggested routes shaped by community data. |
| Before you go | Shows the proposed route with estimated time, pace, and weather. | Offers routes, heatmaps, surface and elevation preferences, plus broader training tools. |
| Apple Watch | Companion controls currently work with the paired iPhone. | Can record and follow saved routes from Apple Watch; some route features require a subscription. |
| Stage | Active pre-launch testing; pricing not announced. | Established free and subscription service. |
Where Strava fits
You want community heatmaps, segments, training analysis, many sport types, offline route maps, and a large social network.
Competitor features can change. Checked against official Strava documentation on August 23, 2026.