There are currently 50 rider “levels” in Zwift. Everyone begins at level 1, and you move to higher levels by accumulating XP (experience) points.
You can see your current level while riding just below your center console which shows speed, distance, elevation and ride time. Below those numbers there is a progress bar with your current level on the left.
When you level up you will receive a notice in-game similar to the image above.
How Do I Get XP (Points)?
Points are added for every km (20 XP) or mile (30 XP) you ride. Points are added soon after each km or mile ticks over, unless you are in workout mode, where points are added after you complete a block. You will see a small alert to the right of your center console when points are added.
Sorry, America: since a kilometer is equal to .621 miles, you will accumulate XP slightly faster if you ride in metric units. (100km=2,000 XP, while the equivalent mileage, 62.13=1864 XP.)
You also get additional XP for the Large or Small Bonus power ups, and 10 points when you complete a KOM or sprint section.
Where Do I See My XP?
While in game, click “Menu”. Your current XP progress is shown on the main screen.
XP for Runners
Runners also receive XP points, but on a different scale and at different intervals. Runners are awarded 10 XP for every .25km, or 15 XP for every .25 miles. Learn more about Zwift Run points, levels, and unlocks >
Cervelo S5: a fast bike in-game and outside. But you have to reach level 25 before you can buy it!
Level Unlocks
Here is what you unlock at each level, and the number of accumulated XP points needed to level up.
- Zwift Kit
- Basic Kit 1 @ 1,000 XP
- Black Helmet @ 2,000 XP
- Zwift Glasses Basic @ 3,000 XP
- Black Shoes @ 4,000 XP
- Gloves @ 5,000 XP
- Solid Socks @ 7,000 XP
- Vintage Kit pack @ 10,000 XP
- Camo Jersey pack @ 13,000 XP
- Oakleys @ 16,000 XP
- Digital Camo Jersey pack @ 19,000 XP
- Basic Kit 2 @ 23,000 XP
- Dot Socks @ 28,000 XP
- Glove Pack Pattern @ 33,000 XP
- Level 15 jersey @ 38,000 XP
- Glasses Zwift #1 @ 44,000 XP
- Striped Socks @ 50,000 XP
- Classy Kits @ 56,000 XP
- Glasses Zwift #2 @ 62,000 XP
- Level 20 Jersey @ 70,000 XP
- Neon Kits @ 78,000 XP
- Pattern Socks @ 88,000 XP
- Glove Pack Solid @ 94,000 XP
- Skater/Bowl Helmet @ 100,000 XP
- Level 25 Kit @ 110,000 XP
- Zwift Oversize Glasses @ 121,000 XP
- S-Works Shoes @ 130,000 XP
- Dots Socks @ 140,000 XP
- S-Works Helmet @ 150,000 XP
- Level 30 Kit @ 170,000 XP
- Retro 80s Sunglasses (Oakley Eyeshades) @ 180,000 XP
- Newsy (Paperboy) Cap @ 190,000 XP
- Fluoro Gloves @ 200,000 XP
- Monochrome Kit @ 220,000 XP
- Mavic Shoes @ 230,000 XP
- Calories To Burn (Food) Socks @ 250,000 XP
- Bell Javelin Helmet @ 260,000 XP
- Vintage Gloves @ 280,000 XP
- Vintage Leather Shoes @ 290,000 XP
- Level 40 Kit @ 310,000 XP
- Zwift Rockstar Glasses @ 330,000 XP
- La Z Claire Kit @340,000 XP
- Retro 80s Helmet @ 360,000 XP
- Alpine Slopes (Ski) Kits @ 380,000 XP
- Giro Synthe Helmet @ 400,000 XP
- Prism Kits @ 420,000 XP
- Zwift Vintage Riding Goggles @ 440,000 XP
- Bont Shoes @ 460,000 XP
- Giro Vanquish Helmet @ 480,000 XP
- Level 50 Kit @ 500,000 XP
You can see previews of the kits mentioned above on our kits page.
Different bikes and wheelsets do affect your speed in-game. Visit our test lap data to find out the details.
Where can you check to see how many XP points I have earned?
I don’t know of a way to see your total XP, actually. Seeing your current level and the progress meter may have to be good enough!
Just came across this. On the pause screen before you end a ride, I believe the “Rider Score” (shown above the Power Distribution chart) is your total accumulated XP.
You’re right!
Hello, wilm zwift add new levels to the game?
Too many zeros on Level 24 🙂
Whoops. Fixed. Thanks!
“Sorry, America: since a kilometer is equal to .621 miles, you will accumulate XP slightly faster if you ride in metric units. (100km=2,000 XP, while the equivalent mileage, 62.13=1864 XP.)”
That’s silly… just change the XP value per mile to be more closely aligned with the XP value for km.
You’ll have to take that up with ZwiftHQ! 🙂
That’s what you get for not respecting rule #24! http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/#24
In accordance to Rule #19, my name is Ben Larson, I ride the Road. I must Sincerely Thank you for this Deferment to Rule #24!!
According to TitaniumGeek’s Zwift manual:
“As mentioned earlier there are two boosts that give extra points. The points fill up your orange bar in the top of the screen.
1 km is worth 20 points
1 mile is worth 30 points.”
Makes more sense, I can’t imagine Zwift, headquartered in Cali, would penalize the imperials.
Thanks for this 🙂
If you’d like to use it, I made this infographic with the levels, XP, km’s, and a graphical representation of the rewards: http://oi66.tinypic.com/dhcu9s.jpg
Cool–I added it above!
thanks for the credit 🙂
Why are there only 25 levels? Many drivers who have been around for a long time would like to have more levels.
Not sure–you’d have to ask ZwiftHQ that. I’d be curious what they say though!
On running you also seem to get 50 points per 100 calories burnt. That works out roughly every mile for me.
Hey
I wonder if and how can release for example Scott bike , i saw the schedule how it works but there is not so much option even after 4500km . Is there any ‘magic’ ? or just simple program unlocking some things ??
Regards
I reached Level 13 with only 28,000 XP – table above suggests I would need 30K. Maybe just an anomaly or maybe the values per level have changed. Sorry I didn’t take note of the points required for my earlier level-ups, so I don’t know whether or not they matched the table.
Hi, I’ve been trying to find some info on the unlisted unlocks or rewards. I’m new to Zwift, level 7 now and unlocked a set of 50mm carbon wheels I think when i was level 5 during a sprint where I did about 800W, I think that’s what unlocked the wheels. They’re not listed on any pages but i definitely have them, they’re a zwift branded campagnolo bora style wheel, same distinct spoke pattern. I wouldn’t mind unlocking a secret bike if there are any but i don’t want to blow up trying to do some ridiculous power if theres no reward. Any ideas?
done 141km and on level 4 so not sure if the table is correct
What makes you think it isn’t? You get XP from other things besides distance… power ups, etc. 141km=2820, plus a little extra would get you to level 4 (which requires 3,000 XP).
Hi, love the blog and have found it really helpful. I have just unlocked the Zwift Aero bike on level 13 but with only 28,000 XP points not 30,000 as mentioned above.. It took 7,000 points to get there from level 12 like it said in the table below and the other later increments seemed to be OK. I was not paying too much attention during the first few levels though.
Interesting! I wonder where the 2,000 extra points need to be removed in our list? Hmmm….
Hi Eric, just about to unlock level 14 now and this is with 33,000 points, not 34,000 points, I will have gained 5,000 XP points from level 13 to get here and not 4,000. Maybe something has changed for later joiners, I have only been a Zwifter for a month and loving it. All the best!!
Same here, got the Level 13 aerobike at 28,000 XP and Level 14 will be unlocked with 33,000 XP. I assume they smoothed out the steps between the levels 13 – 15 and made each level +5,000 XP.
I’m pretty sure that 12->13 was 5000, instead of 7000.
Very odd. I pinged ZwiftHQ and they said nothing has changed… but I believe something has. I’ll dig deeper.
Zwift sent me an updated table, and you folks were indeed correct! I updated the page above.
How many points do I need to have to not have to ride London any more? That should be an option. I’ve had to ride London at least 65-70% of the times I’ve been on the app. Nobody should be forced to ride London.
Just a quick question: what about altitude and xp?:)
I realized that during workouts, points are given based on time of the interval, not on the distance, but couldn’t really find a consistent pattern.
20 sec intervals are 3XP each, but 10min interval give 108XP, so not 90.
Hi,
How do I actually obtain a kit, etc after I reach certain levels. I have seen the screen appear once where I could pick a jersey or something but I cannot figure out how to get back there.
Thanks!
Click Menu at the bottom-left, then click “Customize” on the right to change equipment and clothing.
How/when does the “Tron” bike challenge start? I’ve completed Italy and California, and I’m almost finished with Everest. Additionally, I’m just about thru Level 25. So, when does the “Tron” challenge start?
If you’re on the Everest Challenge… just keep riding! Once you’ve climbed Everest, the Tron bike challenge begins. Read more: https://zwiftinsider.com/unlock-the-tron-bike-in-zwift/
Thanks, Eric, much appreciated!
Hi Eric, I am looking for other unlockables such as cap, sweatband and various sunglasses. Do you have any idea how they are unlocked?
Thanks for this info, it’s very helpful.
Any way to get info from Zwift on how they calculate XP during workout mode? I’ve suspected it’s not just a function of distance traveled, and I found a single line in a recent article that seems to confirm this: “Your rider score XP increases based on workout intensity and successful intervals instead of distance.” https://support.zwift.com/hc/en-us/articles/208467596-Using-Workout-Mode
I came across this because I was trying to figure out how much more I would need to ride to get from 11 to 12.
Thanks!
Am I right in assuming the fastest XP route is Volcano circuit? Mainly due to the “extra” XP gained every time you complete a loop?
Volcano on a time trial bike then you are guaranteed points bonus each lap rather than drafting, featherweight etc.
Question. How many XP points per level ? Im on level 8 (have logged 425km) and want to get to level 12 as soon as possible. So how many more km do I have to ride ?
That’s all explained above in the list. For example, level 8 to 9 requires 3000 XP. Each level takes more XP than the level before. Level 8 to 12 would take you 13,000 XP.
Interesting to see TT and aero-road helmets in the list of “soft” upgrades. Will these impact in-game speed like wheels and frame set choices?
So far helmets haven’t affected in-game speed. But we’ll unlock some of those aero helmets and do some speed tests to confirm!
Also, not mentioned, there are some significant XP awards for climbing Alp Du Zwift
I climbed it yesterday and noticed an extra 250 xp points. Not sure if that’s new or not, it was only my third time up there.
So where does one see their current total XP?
for the Alp you should get points for 25 kilometers plus the 2000 (250 X 8) for points. If you hit the wheels and already have them, then you should win 8000 points (I think, 1000 x 8) I’ll give it a try.
I would like to see a Cannondale road bicycle listed.
Lots of new bikes will be available via the virtual store once it launches. Probably before the end of the year, if what I’m hearing is accurate!
With this all sponsored XP I think Zwift will became free since 2019 !
How do you get all the excellent detail information? Is it on Zwift somewhere and I just haven’t managed to find it?
I don’t call this “Zwift Insider” for nothing. I’ve got sources! 😛
I guess I haven’t been paying attention to the gaming part of Zwift. For 13500 miles I have only 124000 XPoints. Maybe that’s because I ride in workout mode and don’t worry about things like powerups. It seems like I’m catching up though. I’ve reached level 26 in 2 days. I rode today out of workout mode. For every mile I was getting 240XPoints. Does all that sound right?
No new bikes or wheel sets? That is disappointing.
Those are coming in the soon to be released virtual store… that’s why Zwift isn’t giving them away for levels 26-50.
The level 26 glasses earned while cycling are available while you’re running. The same thing with the Zwift Academy socks. Pretty cool.
Level 28 is Polka Dot socks.
Yep. The level 28 socks are available to the runner. The orange ones look great with the orange sweatband and sun glasses. 🙂
Level 26 is actually “Zwift Oversize Glasses.”
Spotted someone wearing the level 32 Newsy (April Fool’s) Cap today, looked really funny. Does anyone have images of the other level 26 to 50 unlockable items?
Found it, might be of use for someone else http://zwift.wikia.com/wiki/Cycling_Jerseys 🙂
Level 31 is officially “Retro 80’s Glasses.”
Wait. What’s the 250*8=2000 for? Do you get it every time you climb the Alpe, or only the first time? Seems a bit OP if you get it every time – you could crank out a ton of points real quick.
After I finish an Alpe du Zwift climb if I watch the top of the screen after the wheel stops spinning I see +1000 XP added to my points.
What is it based upon and is it always awarded. I seem to always win the wheels these days as well, I’ve been up the Alpe du Zwift 31 times. Is the 1000 XP awarded since I already have the wheels? Is it a different value for the gloves and helmet?
Quite a strange scale, but I am fine with it. Level 10 I have the wheel I used in real life and only till level 49 I have the helmet I used in real life.
I don’t understand where you seen the contradiction here, Kurt. What TitaniumGeek says is in line with what is stated above.
1 km is worth 20 point, 1 mile is worth 30 points.
1 mile equals 1.6 km.
If you cycle 16 km (= 10 miles), with your units set to km, you get 16 km * 20 points per km = 320 points. Do the same distance with your units set to mails and you get 10 miles * 30 points per mile = 300 points.
Yes it is. Seems like just because a bike or wheel set is achieved after another one, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s better.
Nooo, I was 50 kms away from level 10 = 808 Zipps. Now I need another 600 kms. Pretty demotivated…
Snap. I popped into level 10 today, just after the software upgrade – only to find I got a measly pair of sunglasses I think I previously had access to. Not best pleased.
If you have passed a level that say gives you glasses prior to the drop shop update. Will you obtain them when you hit the next level?
I’ve got to level 14 already. But I’ve not got the glove pack listed