Comparison

GoTrack vs jRideTrack

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

Head to head
About

GoTrack

Get instant GO Train schedules and real-time updates on delays and cancellations. This app provides platform information, a live train map, and advanced trip details, all without ads or search fields. Enjoy a simple, fast, and efficient way to track your GO Train journeys.

Highlights
  • Instant train schedules
  • Real-time delay and cancellation alerts
  • Platform announcements
  • Live train map
  • Widgets for at-a-glance viewing
  • Advanced trip details
Features
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GoTrack is the #1 GO Train app in the App Store with thousands of commuters relying on it every day. It's also the fastest way to get your GO Train schedule: no waiting, no searching – just open the app. Key features: • Speed: Instantly view your train schedule 10x faster than the official website. • Delays and cancellations: Know at a glance and see real-time delays down to the minute. • Platforms: See which platform your train will arrive on long before it's announced at the station. • Notifications: Track individual trips and get notifications when they're delayed or cancelled. • Widgets: Check your schedule at a glance without even opening the app. • Simplicity: No search fields, no ads, and no learning curve. Also: • Live map: See all trains running on your line on a high-detail map of the entire train network. • Advanced data: Stops en route, trip refund eligibility, number of cars on the train, whether the train is moving, and more. • View your schedule in 12-hour or 24-hour time. • Automatic dark mode support for late night rides. • Easily share your trip with friends and family. All new users can start with a no-commitment free trial. Cancel any time before the trial ends without charge. Continued use after the trial requires an active auto-renewing subscription. This service is compatible with Apple's Family Sharing feature: one subscription can provide access for the whole family. Privacy policy and end user license agreement: https://gotrackapp.ca/support/privacy-eula/

About

jRideTrack

Features
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RideTrack is your personal journey companion that helps you record, review, and understand every trip. Whether you are driving, walking, or cycling, RideTrack tracks your route, distance, duration, speed, and trip history in one simple app. Features: • Live speed tracking • Speed limit information • Route tracking with interactive maps • Distance and duration tracking • Driving, walking, and cycling activity tracking • Moving time calculation based on active movement • Average and maximum speed statistics • Trip history with start and end locations • Detailed trip summaries • Speed history visualization • Share trip summaries with others • Local storage for your personal trip data RideTrack is designed with privacy in mind. Your trip information is stored locally on your device and is not shared with third parties. Location access is used to provide trip recording features such as route tracking, speed calculation, distance measurement, and trip history. Start tracking your journeys with RideTrack today.

Screenshots

GoTrack4 screens
jRideTrack1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: jRideTrack at none against GoTrack's 2. GoTrack's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.5). 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. GoTrack sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. jRideTrack asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GoTrack versus jRideTrack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGoTrackjRideTrack
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (17 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLambdasoft LLCMohammad Jahidul Islam

Bugs and requests

GoTrack

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Cannot add multiple routes as favorites
  • App freezes or crashes on startup
  • Unskippable subscription ads that cannot be closed
  • Inaccurate real-time delay information
  • Sporadic connectivity and 'no service' messages
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  • Charges applied after subscription expiration
  • Delayed schedule updates (shows times after trains arrive)
  • Missing platform number information
  • Functionality issues with route planning

Requested features

9 requests
  • Cross-line route planning (e.g., Lakeshore East to Lakeshore West)
  • Multiple route favorites support
  • Integration with other transit systems
  • UP Express schedule inclusion
  • Presto card integration with fare discounts
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  • Partnership discounts with retailers
  • Free version with limited features and ads
  • Easier one-off schedule lookups
  • Transfer information between lines

jRideTrack

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GoTrack

Subscriptions2
  • GoTrack Pass (monthly)14 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • GoTrack Pass (annual)$29.991 Year
None

jRideTrack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GoTrack free?
GoTrack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is jRideTrack free?
jRideTrack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GoTrack or jRideTrack have ads?
Neither GoTrack nor jRideTrack shows ads.

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