Railcard vs Compass Travel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Railcard
Access and display your train ticket discounts directly on your mobile device. Never forget your discount card again and save on most train fares. Supports a wide variety of railcards for different traveler needs.
- Store railcards on mobile
- Save 1/3 on train fares
- Instant digital access
- Supports multiple railcard types
- Ready for next train journey
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With a Railcard, you'll enjoy ⅓ off most fares when you go by train. Download the app now so you will never forget your Railcard again- have your Railcard on your mobile, ready for your next train journey. Suitable for storing newly-purchased 16-25 Railcard, Santander 16-25 Railcard, 26-30 Railcard, Devon & Cornwall Railcard, Family & Friends Railcard, Senior Railcard, Two Together Railcard, Veterans Railcard, Disabled Persons Railcard, Network Railcard, and 16-17 Saver. *Most Railcards are available instantly on your mobile. However, 16-25 Railcards for those applying as mature students, Veterans Railcards and Disabled Persons Railcards may take up to 5 working days for approval.
Compass Travel
Plan your journeys and access live bus times across West Sussex, East Sussex, and Surrey. This app offers smart route planning, detailed maps, and direct ticket purchasing for a convenient travel experience.
- Live bus times
- Smart journey planning
- Detailed route maps
- Direct ticket purchasing
- Student travel simplification
- Service update notifications
- Favorite stops and routes
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The Compass Travel app provides you with live bus times, smart journey planning and detailed route maps ensuring a seamless and convenient travel experience across West Sussex, East Sussex and Surrey. Whether you're commuting to work, heading to school or just exploring the Compass Travel app make sure your journey as smooth as possible with real-time information and easy-to-use features. App Main Functions: - Live Bus Times: Access real-time information for any of the hundreds of bus stops across West Sussex, East Sussex, and Surrey. - Journey Planning: Plan your trip with ease using our smart journey planner, helping you navigate the best routes to your destination. - Route Maps: Explore detailed maps for all Compass Travel bus routes, ensuring you never miss your stop. - Ticket Purchasing: Buy tickets directly through the app and keep all of your tickets in one convenient place. - Student Travel: Simplify your school commute with easy access to schedules and tickets making it easier for students to manage their travel. - Service Updates: Stay informed with the latest updates on diversions, closures and cancellations. - Favourites: Save your favourite stops, routes and destinations for quick and easy access.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Railcard at 44% against Compass Travel's 33%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Railcard | Compass Travel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (7.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 43.9% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National Rail | Compass Travel (Sussex) Ltd |
Customer experience
Railcard
Compass Travel
Bugs and requests
Railcard
Reported bugs
3 issues- Railcard disappearing from app
- Download codes not working
- Incorrect/missing card details
Requested features
3 requests- Add to Apple Wallet
- Automatic renewal reminders
- Offline mode for digital cards
Compass Travel
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Railcard
No in-app purchases
Compass Travel
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Railcard free?
Is Compass Travel free?
Do Railcard or Compass Travel have ads?
Which is updated more often, Railcard or Compass Travel?
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