MuniMobile

MuniMobile

by SFMTA

9.9K ratings
51 reviews

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This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 12, 2015
  • December 7, 2021
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About

Purchase and use transit fares and passes directly from your phone. Avoid paper tickets and cash by buying fares instantly, anytime, anywhere. Supports multiple payment options and storing tickets for future use.

Instant fare and pass purchase
No paper tickets needed
Multiple payment options (card, PayPal, Apple Pay)
Store multiple tickets
Pay for groups
Secure card registration
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What's New in MuniMobile

3.20.7899

December 7, 2021

Performance improvements and bug fixes.

User reviews

Worst app experience

I thought it was just me. Relieved to read numerous other reviews stating that this app fails to load properly. OMG!!! It is so true. I have tried deleting and reloading the app, turned on off cell phone, reset Wi-Fi and cellular signals and NOTHING. Just the city line and Muni bus scrolling across the screen endlessly. Never mind all the other issues people have listed. I just want to buy my ticket, pay and be on my way, but no-the app will not load. The bus is coming !!! I have to get to work and so I board and risk getting a ticket. For the next 30 minutes as a ride I am frantically trying to open the app. Does anyone at SF MUNI read its app reviews? For over a half year, riders have shared similar experiences. Someone should be fired for allowing such a terrible SF Muni experience to continue to impact and hurt commuters heavily dependent on technology to move through a complex city like San Francisco.
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App didn’t work

Got the app , bought a day pass for me and my daughter to take the cable train from Powell to fisherman’s wharf and it only worked to buy the tickets after that it just kept asking me to delete the appt and reestablish it back. Did that a couple times and nothing had to buy the cable train ticket again for me and my daughter, I’m not a gold mine, and when I told the supervisor about the app he just said and I quote “well, app don’t work, u have to pay I guess.”

I told him, I bought an all day service ticket and I expect the service to work and an app that’s reliable.
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They ruined it

Imagine my horror when I opened the app today to check when my bus would arrive and found that they’ve RUINED the app. Why change something that worked, and make it nearly unusable? Instead of 3 taps to find a route and arrival time it now takes minimum 7! Typical city employees, you probably paid some big tech company too much money for this too!
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Doesn’t work on cellular

I received a $125 ticket because this app doesn’t open when on cellular most of the time. I purchased several tickets in advance and couldn’t launch the app when on the bus. Muni officer wouldn’t wait for the app to get signal and launch and wrote me a ticket. So muni got my fare and SFMTA got $125.

This is also an issue reported by several users for a long time now and SFMTA doesn’t fix it. Not surprising as it probably is bringing in more money than if the app actually worked.
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Very slow to open

Great App for Muni payment, love using it, however, it’s been too many times where I try to open to pay before I get on and it takes several minutes for the app to fully open, it just stays on the muni bus moving, even after restarting the app.

Hope it gets fixed cause it’s a great app and very useful when you don’t have your clipper on you.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Tickets not registering or disappearing

Bug

Inconsistent behavior with late night/overnight tickets

Bug

Compatibility issues with older devices

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Improve route planning and integration with other transit

Feature

Add monthly pass option

Feature

Improve transaction history and ticket management

Feature

Faster load times and more reliable performance

Feature

FAQ

How do I purchase fares with MuniMobile?

To purchase fares, you first choose your rider type (Adult, Senior, Youth, etc.), then select the fare type (Single Trip, Passport), specify the quantity, and finally check out using a debit/credit card, PayPal, or Apple Pay. You can also register your cards for secure storage and faster future purchases.

Can I use MuniMobile without an internet connection?

A cellular network or wireless internet connection is required to purchase tickets. However, once purchased, your tickets can be used and activated offline, meaning you do not need an internet connection to present your fare when boarding.

What happens if my phone battery dies?

Similar to paper tickets, users are responsible for ensuring they have a valid fare at all times. It is important to monitor your phone's battery level and plan ahead to avoid issues. If your battery dies, you may be subject to fare enforcement.

How do I transfer my tickets to a new phone?

To transfer unused tickets to a new phone, you must create an account within the MuniMobile app before purchasing tickets. Your tickets are stored on your phone, and an account is the only way to transfer them. Ensure you transfer only unused tickets before switching devices.

How do I use my mobile ticket on Muni?

For subway use, activate your mobile ticket before passing through fare gates and show it to the station agent. On surface vehicles, activate your ticket before boarding. For Cable Cars, activate your ticket once on board and show it to the conductor.