Comparison

Singabus vs TransitPing

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Singabus

Get real-time bus arrival times and MRT information for Singapore. This app provides accurate transit data, helps you find nearby stops, and offers helpful commute features like arrival reminders.

Highlights
  • Real-time bus arrival times
  • MRT/LRT network map
  • Find nearby bus stops
  • Alight reminders
  • Track bus GPS location
  • Save favorite bus stops
  • Bus stop search by name/number
Features
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Singabus tells you when your next bus will arrive at any bus stop in Singapore using the data directly from Land Transport Authority of Singapore (LTA) and other sources for best accuracy. Designed for the fast-paced Singaporean, Singabus is fast, clean and easy to use. With additional MRT/LRT map, there's no reason to not use it for your everyday commute. Support all public transport operators in Singapore (SBS, SMRT, Tower Transit, Go-Ahead) Features: - Alphabetic labelled pin-points on the map for quicker identification of bus stop - Instantly tell when your bus is arriving - Finds bus stops near you using your iPhone's GPS - Set alight reminder and let Singabus remind you when you are reaching your destination - Track bus GPS location in real-time - Move to anywhere on the map to see the nearest bus stops to that area - 3 Live Bus times for bus stops showing when the next and subsequent bus will arrive. - Know the arriving bus type (Single deck, double deck, bendy, etc) - See bus routes to show the direction the buses are heading - View nearest stops on a map - Save cellular data, uses pre-loaded data - Search for bus stops by bus stop number or bus stop name - Save your favourite bus stops in your Favourites for quick access. - Rename your favourite bus stops into something meaningful such as "Outside Workplace", "Andy's House", "Downstairs", etc. (Rename by holding down your tap on a bus stop in the favourite tab) - Hide buses that you don't take for any favourited bus stop - Singapore MRT Network Map integrated right into the application for ease of use - Adjustable map size Please be aware that this app requires an internet connection and Location services turned on for full functionality. * This app uses data retrieved from Land Transport Authority, and they occasionally do maintenance in which case the application will show no results. We cannot be held responsible for any unavailability or inaccuracies displayed by this app. Singabus is built by passionate human beings. We'd love to know how we can make it better, so get in touch with us.

About

TransitPing

Features
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Never miss your bus, train, or subway stop again ! TransitPing is your essential travel companion, designed specifically for public transport commuters who want to travel with peace of mind. Set your destination, start your trip, and then relax. Whether you're reading a book, listening to music, or just want to zone out, TransitPing's smart GPS-based alarm will do the work for you. Our app runs quietly in the background, tracking your journey in real-time. Just before you arrive at your stop, TransitPing will trigger a reliable alarm, giving you plenty of time to get ready to disembark. KEY FEATURES: - Reliable Stop Alerts: Get a loud alarm and vibration notification just before you reach your destination. - Set It and Forget It: Once you tap "Start Trip," our app tracks your location in the background. No need to keep the app open or watch your screen. - Simple & Intuitive Interface: Set your destination and start a trip in seconds. - Recent & Favorite Destinations: Quickly access your most common stops for one-tap trip setup. - Accurate Real-Time Tracking: Uses your phone's GPS for precise location monitoring during your journey. Stop worrying about missing your stop. Download TransitPing today and make your daily commute easier and more relaxing ! By subscribing, you agree to Apple’s standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

Singabus4 screens
TransitPing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Singabus at none against TransitPing's shown. TransitPing's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Singabus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TransitPing sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Singabus ships an update every 3 months, TransitPing every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Singabus versus TransitPing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSingabusTransitPing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (538 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings538 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB98 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperCotton.sg Pte. Ltd.Aziz Ahmad

Bugs and requests

Singabus

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • App crashes when retrying to download
  • App crashes in the evening
  • App crashes all the time on iPhone
  • Cannot update the app
  • Failing to download new bus routes
Show 9 more
  • Buses arrived but not appeared in the app
  • Estimated times are never accurate
  • Time is very inaccurate, has misled many times
  • App is not usable
  • Bus timing + MRT is usually accurate but sometimes not
  • The ad at the bottom of the page ruin this app after last update
  • Why can't it be used today?
  • Can't work out how to get anywhere by bus!
  • Sometimes there are buses that are coming but they do not estimate the time properly

Requested features

2 requests
  • Add widget for home screen
  • Include Apple Watch "Glances"

TransitPing

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Singabus

One-time1
  • Ads Removal$2.99
2 purchases

TransitPing

Subscriptions2
  • TransitPing Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • TransitPing Pro Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Singabus free?
Singabus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TransitPing free?
TransitPing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Singabus or TransitPing have ads?
TransitPing shows ads; Singabus does not.
Which is updated more often, Singabus or TransitPing?
Singabus ships an update every 3 months, and TransitPing every 2 months. Most recently, Singabus was updated on November 2, 2026 and TransitPing on October 28, 2026.

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