
ThinkRider PP5 Power Meter Update TESTED // Manufacturer Confirms Issues
Shane Miller - GPLama
April 25, 2026
Follow-up testing on a second ThinkRider PP5 with updated firmware confirms the same issues: inconsistent power, residual torque after efforts, and drift at higher wattages requiring frequent manual zeroing. Results match the first unit, ruling out a defect. ThinkRider has acknowledged the problem and plans a future fix, but as it stands, the PP5 isn’t reliable for training.
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Original PP5 Review: https://youtu.be/y0CZEbVhC5w
Video Index:
0:00 Intro
0:51 Previous Review
1:19 Retesting (New PP5 with new Firmware)
2:22 Data Analysis - Outdoor
4:47 Data Anaisys - Indoor
6:63 Test Results Summary
7:29 Manufacturer Responds
7:59 Wrap Up
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ThinkRider PP5 Spider Power Meter 110BCD 4-Bolt Axle, High Precision & Lightweight, for Shimano Road Bikes
Created: March 29, 2026The reviewer tested two ThinkRider PP5 Spider Power Meter units and found persistent issues with accuracy and consistency. Even after firmware updates, the power meter required frequent manual zeroing after hard efforts to align with trusted baselines. The manufacturer acknowledged the issues and plans to address them in future products.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Low cost (around $100 US for the power meter itself)
- Lightweight
- High precision claimed
Cons
- Inconsistent power data across multiple tests
- Requires manual zeroing after hard efforts to maintain accuracy
- Cadence and left-right balance become erratic after sprints
- Known issues acknowledged by manufacturer, not resolved in current firmware
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