Explore Bangkok vs UT.net
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Explore Bangkok
Navigate Bangkok's public transit with this comprehensive offline subway map. Features include a route planner, GPS integration, and street maps for every station. Get up-to-date information on BTS and MRT lines, with English and Thai language support.
- Up-to-date BTS and MRT metro lines
- Offline functionality
- Route planner
- GPS integration
- Street maps for every station
- English and Thai languages
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Recommended by CNN and Lonely Planet, this is Bangkok's best subway map! Up-to-date with all the BTS and MRT metro lines; Works offline; Routeplanner, GPS, Street maps; English and Thai included. Download the app completely free! The free app is ad-supported. Upgrade to VIP features if you'd like to get extra features, remove ads and support future development! WHY EXPLOREMETRO? 1. Fully up-to-date Accurate metro map, includes every station on every line. Free updates for future station openings and timetable changes. 2. Designed for iPhone X, XR, XS Our gorgeous maps have been fully redesigned for the iPhone X. Runs on all iOS9-13 devices. 3. Designed for iPad Specially redesigned interface for the larger iPad screen with split screen. Drag and drop station names, tips, maps and timetables into other apps. 4. Street maps for every station Need to get your bearings at a station? Integrated Street maps show you metro exits and nearby streets for every station. 5. Route-planner A really easy route-planner. Get route and time information for any journey with just three taps. 6. "Find my nearest station" Using your GPS, see a list of the closest metro stations to your current location. 7. Works offline Everything works without an Internet connection. Search stations and plan routes on the go. UPGRADE TO VIP FOR EVEN MORE FEATURES I've been developing this app for 10 years. Upgrading to VIP helps support future development of the app. VIP users get additional features, like NO ADS, accurate prices for every journey, first/last train times, offline street maps, tips at every station, and a general warm fuzzy feeling. REVIEWS CNN Travel: "These maps are very easy on the eye and simple to navigate. They work offline and also include free updates of stations that have yet to be completed, operating hours and schedules." Lonely Planet: "Easy to use, up to date and work offline. Very handy, especially when they've run out of paper maps at the stations." SUGGESTIONS We'd love to hear your comments and suggestions on ways to improve the app. Please contact us via support@exploremetro.com, as we can't respond to comments left in the reviews.
UT.net
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UT.net is a comprehensive OTA flight booking application designed to simplify travel planning. The app offers an intuitive interface for browsing, comparing, and booking flights from multiple airlines. Users can explore exclusive travel deals, enjoy flexible booking options, and receive real-time updates on flight schedules and fares. UT.net aims to enhance the travel experience with secure payments, user-friendly navigation, and 24/7 customer support, making it an ideal solution for frequent travelers and holiday planners alike.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: UT.net at none against Explore Bangkok's 1. UT.net also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. Explore Bangkok sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. UT.net asks for nothing beyond the download.
Explore Bangkok ships an update every 3 months, UT.net every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Explore Bangkok | UT.net |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (405 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 405 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ExploreMetro | JOARDER PARTNERS INC |
Bugs and requests
Explore Bangkok
Reported bugs
2 issues- BTS sky train map missing stations
- Route marking not noticeable
Requested features
2 requests- Add a ticketing service within the app for contactless access
- Upgrade to include more detail on cost and Metro apps for other Southeast Asia cities
UT.net
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Explore Bangkok
- VIP mode$4.99
UT.net
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Explore Bangkok free?
Is UT.net free?
Do Explore Bangkok or UT.net have ads?
Which is updated more often, Explore Bangkok or UT.net?
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