Comparison

WhatTrain vs Catch It NYC

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

Head to head
About

WhatTrain

This app provides real-time subway train arrival times and service status for New York City. It displays nearby trains sorted by departure, offers detailed station schedules, and includes a subway map with accessible station highlights. The app prioritizes user privacy by not collecting location data.

Highlights
  • Real-time train arrival estimates
  • Nearby trains sorted by departure
  • Detailed station schedules
  • MTA subway map
  • Accessible station highlighting
  • Service delay and change notifications
Features
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WhatTrain is the subway app for New Yorkers. You already know the subway system. You just want to know *when* your train is coming. That's what WhatTrain gives you. • Open the app for a list of all the trains around you, sorted by departure time, omitting those you couldn't reach on foot. • Tap on a train to view the full schedule at its station along with walking directions. • Check the Status tab for delays or service changes. • Check the Map tab for the MTA subway map. Swipe right for other versions of the map, including one showing accessible stations. REALTIME TRAIN TIMES: WhatTrain incorporates the latest realtime information provided by the MTA. If you see "LIVE" next to a train, that is the MTA's realtime estimate based on live data. PRIVACY: WhatTrain respects your privacy. WhatTrain does not collect or retain your location information or any other personally identifying information about you (including your IP address). The app uses your location locally, and that's it. (As with any app that uses Apple's Location Services, using WhatTrain may expose your location to Apple.) For support, email support@whattrain.com or find us on Twitter (@WhatTrainNYC).

About

Catch It NYC

Get real-time MTA train arrival information for all routes at a glance. Easily access favorite stations, discover nearby stops, and view interactive maps with live train data. Stay updated on current subway status.

Highlights
  • All MTA routes supported
  • Favorite stations
  • Nearby stations finder
  • Interactive real-time map
  • Current subway status updates
Features
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A simple app that gives you train arrival info at a glance! Features include: - All MTA Routes Supported: station routes (including transfers) displayed in an easy to navigate layout - Favorites: add and rearrange stations for quick and easy access - Nearby Stations: show the closest 5 stations with a real-time preview of routes scheduled to stop - Interactive Map: zoom in and tap on any station for realtime train info - Status: see the most current subway status Nearby Stations feature requires permission for location access Status alerts planned for a future release

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: WhatTrain at none against Catch It NYC's shown. WhatTrain also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WhatTrain holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WhatTrain ships an update every 2 months, Catch It NYC every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
WhatTrain versus Catch It NYC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhatTrainCatch It NYC
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (12 ratings) — better4.8 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander AbdoIlya Krichavets

Customer experience

WhatTrain

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Catch It NYC

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

WhatTrain

No in-app purchases

None

Catch It NYC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WhatTrain free?
WhatTrain is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Catch It NYC free?
Catch It NYC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, WhatTrain or Catch It NYC?
WhatTrain is rated higher. WhatTrain averages 5.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Catch It NYC averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.
Do WhatTrain or Catch It NYC have ads?
Catch It NYC shows ads; WhatTrain does not.
Which is updated more often, WhatTrain or Catch It NYC?
WhatTrain ships an update every 2 months, and Catch It NYC every 3 months. Most recently, WhatTrain was updated on October 22, 2026 and Catch It NYC on October 24, 2026.

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