There are currently 25 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.
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. And the level 24 unlock!
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
- Basic Kit 2 @ 2,000 XP
- 32mm Carbon Wheels @ 3,000 XP
- Specialized Allez @ 4,000 XP
- Classic Wheels @ 5,000 XP
- Steel Bike @ 7,000 XP
- Vintage Kit pack @ 10,000 XP
- Camo Jersey pack @ 13,000 XP
- ZIPP 808 @ 16,000 XP
- Digital Camo Jersey pack @ 19,000 XP
- ZIP 202 Wheels @ 23,000 XP
- Zwift Aero Bike @ 28,000 XP
- Zipp 404 Wheels @ 33,000 XP
- Level 15 jersey @ 38,000 XP
- Neon Kits @ 44,000 XP
- Parlee ESX @ 50,000 XP
- Classy Kits @ 56,000 XP
- Bontrager Aeolus 5 Wheels @ 62,000 XP
- Trek Madone + Level 20 Jersey @ 70,000 XP
- Mavic Cosmic CXR60c Wheels @ 78,000 XP
- Canyon Aeroad @ 88,000 XP
- Enve SES 6.7 Wheels @ 94,000 XP
- Cervelo S5 @ 100,000 XP
- Level 25 Kit @ 110,000 XP
You can see previews of the kits mentioned above on our kits page.
Different bikes and wheelsets do effect 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!!
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.