# TTC Watch for Toronto — Live GPS-based arrival times

> Live GPS transit arrival times and vehicle tracking for Toronto. (iPhone/iPad app by Barum Rho.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttc-watch-for-toronto/id505286932 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Barum Rho](https://appshunter.io/developer/482808029)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 879 App Store ratings · 172 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.5 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttc-watch-for-toronto/id505286932/reviews.md

## What is TTC Watch for Toronto?

Get up-to-date arrival times based on GPS location* of TTC streetcars and buses.

Other features include:
- Real-time location of streetcars and buses*
- Push notification for service interruptions
- Quick access to full timetable on TTC website for major stops
- Find nearby stops by zooming in
- Pin frequently used stops on the map

* GPS locations and all arrival time predictions are provided by City of Toronto's Open Data through NextBus.
Note: This application is not affiliated with the Toronto Transit Commission.

## Key features

- Live GPS arrival times
- Real-time vehicle tracking
- Service interruption notifications
- Quick timetable access
- Find nearby stops
- Pin favorite stops

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of TTC Watch for Toronto?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Accurate real-time tracking
- 👍 Helpful for planning trips
- 🚌 Useful for operators
- 📍 Ability to track vehicle locations

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate arrival times
- 🔍 Lack of live service updates
- 🕰️ Inconsistent timing
- 🚫 Notifications not working
- 🗺️ Confusing map interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on newer devices
- Blank screens and no data shown
- GPS tracking issues
- Widgets not working after updates

**Most requested features**

- Operator mode to search by run number
- Ability to report issues within the app
- Integration with other transit apps
- Customizable alerts and notifications

## Recent user reviews (10 of 172)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttc-watch-for-toronto/id505286932/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No subway Line information

*2026-07-09, version 4.1.0*

There is only information for bus and streetcar. No information for subway

### 1/5 — Worst UX designer-s

*2026-06-21, version 4.1.0*

I don’t understand how a simple task like searching for your destination “As address details “ isn’t an option there!

How could I know what’s the stop number if it’s first time user/destination ? 
It’s called User-Flow! Or empathy.

### 1/5 — Useless

*2026-05-14, version 4.0.4*

I loved RocketMan. Nothing comes close. THIS app, obviously written by someone who does not use the TTC,  will not allow me to arrange my most used stops in an order that works for me. Instead, the recent update has listed my stops numerically. Utterly useless. 
Avoid this.

### 1/5 — Sucks

*2026-05-13, version 4.0.4*

Half the time the app says the bus I’m looking for will take an hour so I takes a different one and then I see the bus that said would take an hour go by me

### 1/5 — Inconsistent and unreliable

*2026-05-05, version 4.0.2*

This app is so objectively inconsistent and unreliable. It has had me waiting in the cold for one hour because it can’t give accurate information. Can you people get rid of it, already? Jeez

### 1/5 — Annoying ads

*2026-04-30, version 4.0.2*

Used to be better,  but with the latest update they added a bunch of ads to the interface, & nothing noticeable in terms of improvements. Going to look for another

### 3/5 — App is ok, location data it uses is weak

*2026-04-28, version 4.0.2*

I use this app weekly, but increasingly find the bus location data is unreliable and incorrect.

About half the time it seems the bus jumps way ahead, or suddenly is taken offline, or doesn’t seem to have a transponder online.

### 1/5 — The ttc sucks

*2026-04-23, version 4.0.2*

Buses are always delayed and streetcars are so unreliable

### 3/5 — Internet-free app

*2026-04-15, version 4.0.2*

Is there a version of this app that does not rely on having the internet? TTC mentioned this years ago. Now there are ads in the app. I would pay for NOT needing to have the internet on my phone, not just removing ads.

### 1/5 — Pretty useless

*2026-04-03, version 4.0.2*

If you need to find a stop… it will get you within a hundred metres

## Frequently asked questions about TTC Watch for Toronto

### What does TTC Watch for Toronto do?

This app provides real-time, GPS-based arrival times for Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) streetcars and buses. It also shows the live location of vehicles and offers notifications for service interruptions.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include live GPS arrival times, real-time tracking of streetcars and buses, push notifications for service disruptions, quick access to full timetables, finding nearby stops, and pinning frequently used stops.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it does contain in-app purchases and advertisements. Specific features or an ad-free experience may be available through in-app purchases.

### How does the app get its data?

The app uses GPS locations and arrival time predictions provided by the City of Toronto's Open Data initiative through NextBus. It is important to note that this application is not officially affiliated with the Toronto Transit Commission.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for anyone who uses the TTC for their daily commute or travel within Toronto, providing them with up-to-date information to plan their journeys more effectively.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.0 — 2026-06-17

- Added an option for custom ordering of Pins

### 4.0.4 — 2026-05-11

- Bug fixes

### 4.0.2 — 2026-03-19

Bug fixes

### 4.0.1 — 2026-03-19

Bug fixes

### 4.0.0 — 2026-03-16

- Apple Watch app update to improve reliability
- Minor UI tweaks

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