Comparison

SwissTrains vs SBB Inclusive

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

Head to head
About

SwissTrains

Explore the intricate Swiss Railways Network with real-time train tracking and detailed station information. Visualize the entire network in 3D, jump forward in time to preview traffic, and accelerate animations to experience the system's efficiency.

Highlights
  • Real-time train tracking
  • Detailed station information
  • 3D network visualization
  • Time jump and preview
  • Accelerated traffic animation
  • Official data integration
Features
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SwissTrains for iOS is the application that allows you to see and interact with the amazing Swiss Railways Network, one of densiest and punctual in the whole world. The figures behind it are quite impressive: the railroad network has more than 5,000 km in length and inside which run daily ca. 15,000 trains that generate 150,000 timetables stops across 1,800 stations. Main Features: - Display all running trains: at a moment in time there are more than 700 trains. - For each train you can see the stops and navigate to their position on the map. - Display all network stations: there are more than 1,800 stops. - For each stop you can see the upcoming departures and localize the train. - 3D-mode of the network, amazing city-detail level views for Bern and Basel. - Jump in time and pre-visualize traffic: i.e. check the new Gotthard Base Tunnel. - Fast-Forward mode: you can accelerate the network traffic and enjoy the animation! The animation is based on the official data provided by http://www.fahrplanfelder.ch The project is inspired by the web version of #SwissTrains created in 2007 http://maps.vasile.ch/transit-sbb/ Designed and engineered by: Vasile Coțovanu http://www.vasile.ch DISCLAIMER: This app cannot be held responsible for any late, missed or changes to the timetables on any journeys made by you, which have occurred by the operator or due to construction works. This is not the responsibility of "SwissTrains" to ensure that any routes are operating correctly, but it is the responsibility of the operators who run these services.

About

SBB Inclusive

Features
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SBB Inclusive provides you with the visual and digital customer information that you find in stations and on SBB long-distance services – directly on your smartphone. The information you need always at your fingertips SBB Inclusive recognises which train station you are in and shows you the corresponding upcoming departures. When you get on a long-distance train, you receive a push notification with the relevant information for your journey (train number, destination, coach number, travel class, service zone, upcoming stops). If you change coaches, the train information will be updated. Thanks to SBB Inclusive, you’ll know you’re on the right train. Accessibility is what we do The app is optimised for the use of operational tools such as VoiceOver, DarkMode and enlarged text. It is therefore particularly suitable for passengers with impaired vision, who can travel more independently and safely with the help of the app. SBB Inclusive’s range of operation SBB Inclusive currently works in all Swiss train stations and on all SBB long-distance trains. Please continue to use the SBB Mobile app to plan your journeys.

Screenshots

SwissTrains4 screens
SBB Inclusive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SBB Inclusive at none against SwissTrains's 3. SBB Inclusive also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months). SwissTrains's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17). On price, ads 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. SwissTrains sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. SBB Inclusive asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SwissTrains ships an update every 12 months, SBB Inclusive every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SwissTrains versus SBB Inclusive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSwissTrainsSBB Inclusive
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB127 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperM23 Solutions GmbHSBB AG

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SwissTrains

One-time3
  • Support Further Development$2.99
  • Support Further Development$4.99
  • Support Further Development$9.99
None

SBB Inclusive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SwissTrains free?
SwissTrains is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SBB Inclusive free?
SBB Inclusive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SwissTrains or SBB Inclusive have ads?
Neither SwissTrains nor SBB Inclusive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SwissTrains or SBB Inclusive?
SwissTrains ships an update every 12 months, and SBB Inclusive every 3 months. Most recently, SwissTrains was updated on October 24, 2026 and SBB Inclusive on October 19, 2026.

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