# planCAT

> Real-time CAT bus tracking, trip planning, and payment for transit users. (iPhone/iPad app by Avail Technologies.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plancat/id1501885868 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Avail Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/591959426)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.37/5 from 83 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 70 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-07-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plancat/id1501885868/reviews.md

## What is planCAT?

planCAT puts real-time CAT bus information, trip planning and mobile payments in your hands. Quickly and easily access interactive location and schedule information for all CAT bus routes.
 
Use planCAT for:
• Trip planning enhanced by Google Search
• Quick access to service alerts
• Integrated email and SMS notifications so you don’t miss your bus
• Navigation to the nearest bus stop
• Real-time graphical bus tracking – see where your bus is located on a map
• Determine bus capacity – so you can ride in comfort

## Key features

- Real-time bus tracking
- Trip planning with Google Search
- Service alerts
- Email and SMS notifications
- Nearest bus stop navigation
- Bus capacity information

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plancat/id1501885868/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Buses not showing up on screen

*2023-05-01, version 4.18.1*

I usually ride routes 16 and 24 but none of the buses appear on the app anymore for those routes I use and I have to hope it shows up at the time the schedule says

### 3/5 — It’s nice to have. Many problems though

*2023-04-17, version 4.18.1*

I’ve been using this app for the last 4 months. The real time is always a hit or miss. I would ride route 12 and it would never show up on the app. They have service emergency reminders and they never mention when this route is late. I feel like I should get a service reminder when a bus will be more than ten minutes late. Another thing is I just don’t find this app user friendly at all.

## Frequently asked questions about planCAT

### Does planCAT have ads?

No, planCAT is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices does planCAT support?

planCAT is available on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is planCAT updated?

The latest version, 4.18.1, was released on September 17, 2022. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and reliability.

### What is the age rating for planCAT?

planCAT has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How does planCAT help with navigation?

planCAT provides navigation to the nearest bus stop and features real-time graphical bus tracking, showing you exactly where your bus is on a map.

### Can planCAT help me plan my trips?

Yes, planCAT offers trip planning enhanced by Google Search, allowing you to easily find routes and schedules.

### What kind of notifications does planCAT offer?

planCAT provides integrated email and SMS notifications to ensure you don't miss your bus.

### What is the user sentiment for planCAT?

Users generally have a positive experience with planCAT, as indicated by its high rating of 4.4 stars from 83 ratings.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 4.18.1 — 2022-09-17

SDK upgrade and bug fixes

### 4.6.0 — 2020-11-06

New Features:
• Detoured stops will be displayed as skipped
• Usability updates

### 4.4.5 — 2020-07-29

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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