# xtBus transit browser — know your next bus arrival

> Visual bus tracking and arrival time estimates with bookmarking. (iPhone/iPad app by Idemfactor Solutions Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtbus-transit-browser/id451379202 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Idemfactor Solutions Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/301061386)
- Category: Navigation, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 146 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Armenian, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 20 more
- Released: 2011-07-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtbus-transit-browser/id451379202/reviews.md

## What is xtBus transit browser?

Will the next bus arrive and which bus route to choose? Do you prefer waiting it at the stop or a snug coffee shop nearby? 

With the free services provided by Google and many other public transit sites, you can visually pin-point the location of every incoming buses on map as well as an accurate estimate of arrival time. And the all new xtBus browser 2.0 just makes it even easier for you to bookmark and organize your own choices of any local transit agency.

**NOTE: xtBus app is not affiliated with nor endorsed by any transit web site. It's a bookmark utility with convenience oriented to public transportation. You can bookmark any other public available web site but the accuracy of information is beyond the responsibility of xtBus app.

## Key features

- Real-time bus location on map
- Accurate arrival time estimates
- Bookmark local transit agencies
- Organize transit choices
- Visually pinpoint incoming buses

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| add-on to remove in-app ads from this app | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of xtBus transit browser?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Accurate real-time bus tracking
- 👍 Convenient for planning commutes
- ⭐ Useful app overall

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⚠️ Inaccurate bus arrival times
- 💤 Slow and unresponsive at times
- 📢 Too many ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Maps not loading
- App freezing and crashing
- Incorrect location detection

**Most requested features**

- Add bus route/line information
- Improve map functionality
- Allow setting default bus stop
- Integrate with other transit apps

## Recent user reviews (10 of 146)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtbus-transit-browser/id451379202/reviews.md

### 2/5 — STILL NO MAPS, ONLY ARRIVAL TIMES

*2023-11-14, version 2.14.9*

I'm not sure what the latest update was supposed to fix, because the maps STILL don't load.  This has been going on for at least two yrs.  I had switched to Rocketman, but it shut down back in Nov 2022.  Since then, I use this app along w/ the built-in GPS on the TTC website.  They are mostly aligned, but there's been a few cases when the arrival times don't match, which is why the xtBus maps should be working.

### 1/5 — Bad

*2023-02-22, version 2.14.7*

Most of the time it doesn’t shows the bus sometime it does show the bus

### 1/5 — Fraud

*2022-04-16, version 2.14.7*

Don’t give money or use this app. It started as something that kind of worked, but now I believe it’s a fraud. I’ve always had the newest iphone & update. The times on this app are rarely even close to the time the bus arrives. At this point it’s arbitrary. I thought the new update would fix it. First night out same old shenanigans. I believe the developer is pulling a fast one to make money.

### 1/5 — Keeps crashing what happened

*2021-05-22, version 2.9.0*

Was a great app, but crashes every time  you open it. PLEASE FIX

### 1/5 — Fix the app

*2021-05-06, version 2.9.0*

The app won’t open / load 
Now that there was an upgrade for iPhone 
App sucks bad now

### 1/5 — Going downhill

*2021-04-11, version 2.9.0*

This app used to be good 
Loved it 
Trusted it.  Now it’s not so good
They don’t even have a working map anymore 
Why would anyone pay for this ?

### 5/5 — I don’t what happen

*2021-01-12, version 2.9.0*

I always use it with out a problema, but the trucking map doesn’t show the route bus anymore 😢

### 5/5 — Accurate w bus & streetcar arrival times

*2019-12-29, version 2.8.2*

It does what I ask it to do.

### 1/5 — Loved it, until yesterday

*2019-12-07, version 2.8.2*

Not sure what happened as this used to be my go-to app for when the “next bus” was coming, but it is no longer showing me the buses closest to me. 

Looked for an update, but none available. 

Bummer.

### 1/5 — Retro Bus App

*2019-09-20, version 2.8.2*

Are you looking for a bus app designed in 2004? Then look no further! NextBus is here for you and your nostalgia about the days before mobile internet connectivity and interfaces designed by preschoolers.

## Frequently asked questions about xtBus transit browser

### What does xtBus transit browser do?

This app helps you track the real-time location of incoming buses on a map and provides accurate estimates of their arrival times. It also allows you to bookmark and organize your preferred local transit agencies for quick access to this information.

### How does xtBus transit browser get bus information?

The app utilizes free services from Google and other public transit websites to display bus locations and arrival times. It acts as a bookmark utility to access this publicly available web data.

### Is xtBus transit browser free to use?

Yes, the core services provided by xtBus transit browser are free. However, the app does include in-app purchases and advertisements.

### Can I use xtBus transit browser for any transit agency?

Yes, you can bookmark any public transit website you wish to use with the app. The accuracy of the information displayed, however, is dependent on the transit website itself and is beyond the responsibility of xtBus.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for individuals who rely on public transportation, specifically buses, and want a convenient way to monitor their arrival times and locations. It's ideal for commuters and regular bus riders.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.15.0 — 2025-08-01

- bug fix

### 2.14.11 — 2023-11-16

- performance improvement
- minor bug fixes

### 2.14.9 — 2023-10-30

- Fixed blank waiting screen.

### 2.14.7 — 2022-04-14

- bug fixes

### 2.14.6 — 2022-04-13

- bug fixes

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