# MetroMan Shanghai — Shanghai Transit Planner

> Shanghai metro transit planner with offline maps, route planning, and multi-language support. (iPhone/iPad app by EXPANSE LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metroman-shanghai/id435855321 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EXPANSE LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596627478)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 611 App Store ratings · 109 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, Mexican Spanish, Italian, Korean, German (Germany), European Portuguese, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China), French (France) and 1 more
- Released: 2011-05-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metroman-shanghai/id435855321/reviews.md

## What is MetroMan Shanghai?

* MetroMan Shanghai is not the official App of shanghai metro, and it is in no way associated with Shanghai Shentong Metro Group Co. , Ltd.

This is Shanghai's Best Metro App.

1. Fully Updated for 2026
Accurate metro maps and comprehensive metro information.

2. Route Planner
A simple and efficient route planner. Get detailed route, time, and fare information.

3. Works Offline
No internet connection required.

4. 11 Languages Supported
English, 简体中文, 繁體中文, 日本語, 한국어, Русский, Français, Español, Deutsch, Português, Italiano.

5. 53 Cities Covered
Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Taipei, Nanjing, Chongqing, Wuhan, Chengdu, Tianjin, Dalian, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Zhengzhou, Xi'an, Kunming, Ningbo, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Macau, Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Changchun, Changsha, Changzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Chuzhou, Dalian, Dongguan, Foshan, Fuzhou, Guiyang, Haining, Hangzhou, Harbin, Hefei, Hohhot, Jinan, Jinhua, Kunming, Lanzhou, Luoyang, Nanchang, Nanjing, Nanning, Nantong, Ningbo, Qingdao, Shaoxing, Shenyang, Shijiazhuang, Suzhou, Taiyuan, Taizhou, Tianjin, Urumqi, Wenzhou, Wuhan, Wuhu, Wuxi, Xiamen, Xi'an, Xuchang, Xuzhou, Zhengzhou

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** MetroMan Pro Features **

• Ad-free Experience
• Unlock All Pro Features
• Support Ongoing Updates

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** Purchase & Subscription Terms **

* MetroMan Pro Lifetime: $14.99 USD (One-time purchase to unlock all features forever)

* Auto-Renewable Subscription Options:

- Monthly subscription: $1.99 USD
- Yearly subscription: $7.99 USD

* Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.

* Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.

* Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period.

* You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase.

* Pricing may vary by location.

** Privacy Policy **

https://www.metroman.cn/en/privacy

** Terms of Service **

https://www.metroman.cn/en/terms

## Key features

- Accurate metro maps
- Efficient route planner
- Offline functionality
- Multi-language support
- Covers 53 cities
- Fare and time estimates

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Pro (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro (Yearly) | $7.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Lifetime) | $14.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of MetroMan Shanghai?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🗺️ Clear and well-designed metro maps
- 🌐 Multi-language support (English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean)
- 💰 Free application
- 📱 Works offline after initial download
- 🚀 Fast route planning and navigation
- 💡 Shows fare prices and travel times
- 🎯 Displays station exits and entrances
- 🔄 Helpful for tourists unfamiliar with Shanghai
- 📍 Accurate station information

**Cons**

- 📢 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
- ❌ Ads cannot be closed or are difficult to close
- 🔴 Ads block access to core functionality
- ⏱️ Ads take extended time to dismiss (up to 1 minute)
- 🌍 Chinese-language ads particularly annoying for international users
- 🔴 App crashes and becomes unusable
- 📍 Limited coverage (missing cities like Qingdao)
- 🔄 Frequent unnecessary updates
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues with older iOS versions
- 📊 Outdated schedule information

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or after updates
- Ads cannot be closed or have invisible close buttons
- Incompatible with iOS 12 and older devices
- Search functionality doesn't work for tourist attractions
- Map display shows only text, not actual map images
- Frequent forced updates with large file sizes
- App redirects to shopping/insurance pages instead of metro data
- Crashes when switching between cities

**Most requested features**

- Address-based search instead of station-to-station only
- Integration with maps apps (Google Maps, Apple Maps, Amap)
- Paid ad-free version option
- Holiday/special hours schedule information
- More detailed station exit/entrance information
- Updated metro line information (new stations)
- Better visual markers for non-transfer stations
- Smaller app file size
- Chinese language option for non-Chinese speakers

## Recent user reviews (10 of 109)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metroman-shanghai/id435855321/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Неплохо, но

*2026-07-10*

Приложение хорошее. Единственное, если вы имеете отношение к метро Шанхая: я сталкивался с тем, что тихо объявляют остановки или объявляют не вовремя (например, следующую станцию объявляют после того, как поезд уже закрыл двери и поехал), а табло во многих вагонах отсутствуют. Часто приходилось выходить и смотреть, на какой станции сейчас нахожусь

### 1/5 — Not Usable

*2025-11-11*

I have Metro man apps for four other cities and they’re all wonderful. For Shanghai, I am not able to access anything on the metro. When I open the app, I can only get to a TaoBao application, wanting me to buy things. I reinstalled it and now when I open it, I can only get to something wanting me to buy insurance. I have not once been able to actually access the subway map or schedule.

### 5/5 — 칭다오가 없네요..?

*2025-10-10*

칭다오 가는데 없어서 설치했다 지웁니다 ㅜ

### 1/5 — Бесполезное приложение

*2025-10-02*

Вылетает баннер на китайском, закрыть нельзя. Переход на веб сайт, баннер не закрываться.

### 1/5 — ゴミ

*2025-09-13*

広告が消せないから使えない

### 5/5 — Прекрасный помощник в поездке

*2025-06-18*

Рекомендую приложение для путешественников по Шанхаю Очень удобное и простое в использовании!

### 5/5 — 상하이 지하철

*2025-01-04*

이용하기 편리하고 좋아요

### 2/5 — Frustrated when using this app

*2024-09-18*

This app is notorious for popping up ads that obscure the view, making it frustrating to use. The ads keep appearing and cannot be turned off. I was at the Shanghai subway station trying to look up my route and spent over five minutes struggling to get rid of the ads, which made it impossible to plan my journey. This is a terrible way to monetize an app.

### 3/5 — Excellent map, awful ads

*2024-07-04*

The maps are great but the adverts are highly annoying. Most of the adverts are Chinese which means they are more annoying than normal adverts. It is also hard to close the ads especially when the ‘close’ button is the same color as the advert. Please remove these adverts or at least replace them with normal, western adverts.

### 1/5 — 新版本垃圾到极点

*2024-03-23*

从来没有为了一个给你写个差评专门跑过来找你这个软件，体验简直无语，不充会员就没法用对吧？一个广告页面持续一分钟关不了，我什么时候会看你？我还要等一分钟？真的无语

## Frequently asked questions about MetroMan Shanghai

### What does MetroMan Shanghai do?

MetroMan Shanghai is a transit planner for Shanghai's metro system. It provides accurate metro maps, a route planner with estimated travel times and fares, and works offline. It also supports multiple languages and covers many cities in China.

### What are the key features of MetroMan Shanghai?

Key features include fully updated metro maps for 2026, an efficient route planner that provides detailed route, time, and fare information, offline functionality, and support for 11 languages. It also covers 53 cities.

### How much does MetroMan Shanghai cost?

The app offers a free version with ads. There are also Pro features available through a one-time purchase of $14.99 USD for lifetime access, or through auto-renewable subscriptions (monthly for $1.99 USD, yearly for $7.99 USD).

### Is MetroMan Shanghai compatible with my device?

The app is available on the App Store, implying compatibility with iOS devices. Specific version requirements are not detailed in the provided description but typically align with recent iOS operating system versions.

### When would I use MetroMan Shanghai?

You would use MetroMan Shanghai when you need to plan a trip on the Shanghai metro, check routes and fares, or navigate the system without an internet connection. It's also useful for travelers visiting other major Chinese cities covered by the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.3.0 — 2026-02-08

1. Update Metro Data to 2026.02
2. Bug fixes and performance optimizations
3. Added the Lifetime Pro option! Unlock all features forever with a one-time purchase.

### 26.2.3 — 2026-01-20

1. Update Metro Data to 2026.01
2. Bug fixes and performance optimizations

### 26.1.3 — 2025-11-15

1. Update Metro Data to 2025.11
2. Bug fixes and performance optimizations
3. Support iOS 26

### 26.1.1 — 2025-11-11

1. Update Metro Data to 2025.11
2. Bug fixes and performance optimizations
3. Support iOS 26

### 18.6.0 — 2025-08-10

1. Update Metro Data to 2025.08
2. Bug fixes and performance optimizations

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## More apps by EXPANSE LLC

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