Comparison

Darto vs Explore Howth

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

Head to head
About

Darto

This app provides real-time train schedules for the Dublin commuter area. It offers smart features like favorite station selection, departure alerts, and location-based station detection. Users can also access schedules via Apple Watch and Siri.

Highlights
  • Real-time train schedules
  • Smart station selection
  • Departure alerts
  • Location-based station detection
  • Apple Watch app
  • Siri integration
Features
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Darto is a smart, simple & beautiful app for Dublin train commuters. You can check the real-time train schedule for the Dublin commuter area in a couple of taps. # Supported Areas Darto supports Dublin commuter area and some stations outside it. You can check the schedules for the following stations: - between Dundalk and Enniscorthy (South-North direction) - all the way up to Salling (South-West) - up to Kilcock (West). #Unique app features * Smart station selection You can set your favourite morning and evening stations and directions in Darto. Every time you open Darto - it will display your preferred station, so you don’t have to scroll and choose again and again. * Smart alerts You can set an alarm for a specific train in Darto. It will alert you when it's time to leave home (or pub?) to catch your ride. * Apple Watch app On the run? Can’t find your phone in your bag? Not a problem. See the train schedule on your wrist. * Location-based If you are too far from your regular commute station, Darto will smartly detect the station closest to your location and show you the schedule for it. * Ask Siri Simply ask Siri for your favourite station live schedule. You don't even need to touch your phone. Ask your iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods or even HomePod! * Simple & beautiful Never lose time searching through the app settings - Darto is not only designed to delight your eye but is also very intuitive. If you only use DART, you can hide commuter stations and use the usual North->South station sorting. We love feedback! Thank you! :)

About

Explore Howth

Discover hidden gems and local experiences on the Howth peninsula with self-guided hiking and walking trails. Navigate with detailed maps, access historical content, and enjoy offline features for a seamless adventure.

Highlights
  • Self-guided hiking and walking trails
  • Detailed maps and navigation
  • In-depth historical content
  • Offline access to tours and trails
  • GPS tracking and alerts
  • Distance and elevation profiles
Features
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Discover Howth Like Never Before with Explore Howth!Embark on an unforgettable journey through the peninsula of Howth with the Explore Howth App, your ultimate travel companion. Experience Howth like a local and uncover its hidden gems with our self-guided hiking and walking trails.Immerse Yourself in Authentic Irish AdventuresEach of the Tours & Trails are designed to give you a taste of life as a native of the Emerald Isle. Marvel at the breathtaking views of the Irish Sea, Ireland's Eye, Dublin Bay, and the ancient East coastline of Ireland.Choose from our diverse range of Looped Trails Around Howth Head: Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers.Your All-In-One Travel GuideNavigate with ease using detailed maps, and discover in-depth historical content, top attractions, and insider tips on the best spots to Eat & Drink. The Explore Howth App has everything you need for a seamless and perfect trip.Seamless Offline ExperienceDownload your tour and enjoy uninterrupted exploration with offline features: Track your position with GPS and never lose your way. Receive alerts when you reach key stops. Access photos, descriptions, videos, and audio of significant historical and cultural sites. View distance and elevation profiles for each trail. Eco-Friendly and ConvenientSay goodbye to paper maps and guidebooks! Our eco-friendly app ensures you travel green while having all the information you need at your fingertips.Live, Feel, and Breathe the Real HowthThe Explore Howth App lets you immerse yourself in the true essence of Howth, experiencing its beauty and charm just like a local. Download now and start your adventure!Explore Howth App – Your Gateway to an Authentic Irish Experience!

Screenshots

Darto4 screens
Explore Howth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Darto at 92 against Explore Howth's 1. Darto also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). Explore Howth's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 83%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Explore Howth holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Darto has 92 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Darto's written reviews are positive against 100% of Explore Howth's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Darto ships an update every 6 weeks, Explore Howth every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Darto versus Explore Howth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDartoExplore Howth
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (92 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings92 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppuchinoHidden Howth Limited

Customer experience

Darto

All ratings92 ratings
Positive95.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Explore Howth

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Darto

No in-app purchases

None

Explore Howth

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Darto free?
Darto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Explore Howth free?
Explore Howth is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Darto or Explore Howth?
Explore Howth is rated higher. Darto averages 4.8 out of 5 from 92 ratings, while Explore Howth averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Darto or Explore Howth have ads?
Neither Darto nor Explore Howth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Darto or Explore Howth?
Darto ships an update every 6 weeks, and Explore Howth every 3 months. Most recently, Darto was updated on November 6, 2026 and Explore Howth on November 3, 2026.

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