# Boston Bikes — Bike rental service

> Boston BlueBikes station information and navigation app. (iPhone/iPad app by Sergi Palomares Redon.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boston-bikes/id1515983411 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sergi Palomares Redon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460565445)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 44 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English, Catalan, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2020-05-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boston-bikes/id1515983411/reviews.md

## What is Boston Bikes?

Unofficial application to view detailed information about the stations of the BlueBikes bicycles rental service in Boston.

- Map of the city with the position of stations showing the number of bikes and the free stands for each station. It includes also the BIKE PATH.
- You can click on a station directly on the map to expand its information.
- The map also shows your current position and it updates when you move.
- List of favorite stations categorized by groups (home, work, friends or general).
- List of stations closest to you according to your current position.
- List of all stations.
- Search engine for stations by number, name of station or address in all lists.
- Timer to see the duration of bike use.
- Several languages available (English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Catalan).

* Unofficial app: Use your user card to unlock a bike.

## Key features

- Interactive city map with station locations
- Real-time bike and free stand counts
- Current location tracking and updates
- Favorite station management
- Nearby station finder
- Station search by name, number, or address
- Bike usage timer

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove advertisements | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boston-bikes/id1515983411/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best bike find

*2024-11-05*

I’ll tell you the city is wonderful with the bikes thank you. Leave it at one station jump on another bike. Go for sightseeing ride to another station jump on the train. Stop at another station get on another bike ride on over to the best restaurant everywhere so easy to get around the city thanks again.

### 1/5 — Not the App You Want

*2022-10-20*

This is the wrong app to rent Blue Bikes. Go back to App Store and get the official Blue Bike app. This one is a scam!

### 1/5 — Beware

*2022-10-16*

You CANNOT rent bikes in this APP.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2022-10-15*

Me and my friends took bicycles to walk 30 min, for 2 dollars and something, later we looked at our account and it was discounted around $30 on each card, we were disappointed.

### 1/5 — Scam - “Blue Bikes” is the correct app, not this one

*2022-10-07*

Creating an account signs you up for a TV service, $50 a month.

### 1/5 — Awful, no way to intuitively rent it

*2022-09-12*

There is no way to clearly rent a bike

### 1/5 — Bad idea

*2022-07-22*

App is terrible. Prices are high and fee’s tacked on soon as you hit 1 hour. Not very well thought out and needs overhaul

### 1/5 — Failed to release a bike when I entered the code

*2022-06-22*

Very new user unfriendly

### 4/5 — Bike was great, access was a problem

*2022-06-19*

The interface : setting up the account was not functioning properly, local instructions non existent not able to remove the bike  from the rack but was subsequently billed. I appealed the AMEX which was absolved but was able tocheck a bike out the next day

### 1/5 — Deceptive scam

*2022-05-30*

We rented two bike on May 30 at 12:29 pm. We bought two adventure passes for $10 each which promised 24 hour usage. The website says “ In town for the day? For $10, our Adventure Pass gives you an unlimited number of 2-hour trips over a 24-hour period. If you keep a bike out for longer than 2 hours at a time, you’ll be charged $2.50 per each additional 30 minutes.”

But after only 1 hour, at 1:30 pm, we get a text saying the bikes have been out for a while and we are being charged extra fees. We call and the rep says you have to dock them every thirty minutes or you get charged a per minute fee. We get scared and dock the bikes immediately, abandoning the plan. We later find the text was a lie and that we had the right to use the bikes for two hours at a time. 

Do not use this company

## Frequently asked questions about Boston Bikes

### How does Boston Bikes show station information?

Boston Bikes displays a map of Boston with BlueBikes station locations. Each station marker shows the number of available bikes and free stands in real-time. You can tap on a station directly on the map to see more detailed information.

### Can Boston Bikes help me find stations near me?

Yes, Boston Bikes includes a feature to list stations closest to your current location. It also shows your position on the map and updates it as you move, aiding in navigation.

### Does Boston Bikes work offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, to view real-time station data and your current position, an active internet connection is likely required.

### What languages does Boston Bikes support?

Boston Bikes is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Catalan. This allows a wider range of users to navigate and find bike stations.

### How often is Boston Bikes updated?

The latest version of Boston Bikes was released on April 30, 2024. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates recent active development and maintenance.

### What is the age rating for Boston Bikes?

Boston Bikes has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a broad audience, including children, though parental guidance may still be advised for younger users.

### Is Boston Bikes free to use?

Boston Bikes is free to download and use. However, it does mention in-app purchases and has ads, which may offer additional features or remove advertisements.

### What devices are compatible with Boston Bikes?

Boston Bikes is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. This makes it accessible to users within the Apple ecosystem.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.3 — 2024-04-30

- Bugs fixed when displaying the map.

### 2.5.2 — 2024-01-16

- Added compliance with EU user consent policy.

### 2.4.3 — 2022-10-20

- Changed the name of the application.

### 2.4.2 — 2022-04-04

- Fixed bug when updating stations on the map.
- When a station is selected, it is automatically updated.
- Fixed display problem in dark mode.

### 2.4.1 — 2022-03-10

- Favorite stations can be renamed.
- Italian and Portuguese as UI languages added.
- New app icon.

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