RTD MyRide vs SquadTrek
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RTD MyRide
This app allows users to purchase and store mobile tickets and passes for public transit. Add funds to your account, scan a mobile barcode to board, and benefit from automatic fare capping for the best value. Manage your account and view transaction history easily.
- Mobile barcode for scanning
- Add funds and manage payment
- Buy and store tickets/passes
- Automatic fare capping
- View transaction history
- Online account management
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Introducing RTD MyRide! RTD's updated mobile ticketing app includes new features to make riding RTD easier than ever. Customers can add funds to their MyRide account and scan their mobile MyRide barcode at validators to board RTD buses and trains. And with fare capping, RTD automatically converts 3-Hour passes to Day and Monthly passes so you'll always get the most value. We've also got a new and improved MyRide smart card should you want friends or family to ride RTD using your account. Welcome aboard! RTD MyRide • New features with more flexibility • Mobile barcode to scan and ride • Manage funds and payment methods • Buy and store tickets and passes • Fare capping ensures you always get the best value • Improved security and data processing • View transaction history • Online access to manage account and tokens • No need to buy or carry paper fare products • Connect to other RTD tools like the Trip Planner and Next Ride apps
SquadTrek
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Planning a trip with friends and family used to mean digging through endless email threads, chasing people for Venmo payments, and losing track of who wants to do what. SquadTrek puts your entire trip in your pocket, keeping everyone on the same page (and the same budget). From Dream Vacations to Weekend Getaways
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SquadTrek at every 9 days against RTD MyRide's every 3 months. SquadTrek also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RTD MyRide ships an update every 3 months, SquadTrek every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RTD MyRide | SquadTrek |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (436 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 436 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Regional Transportation District | Brushfire Concepts |
Bugs and requests
RTD MyRide
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes or crashes when trying to log in or purchase tickets
- Issues with activating and finding purchased tickets
- Inconsistent behavior when adding payment methods
- Unreliable real-time transit information
Requested features
6 requests- Support for Apple Watch for QR code or iPhone Wallet access for monthly passes
- Ability to determine if pass is active instead of only when scanned
- Integrate map, schedules, and other features within the app instead of linking out
- Add one-way ticket option
- Integrate with Apple Pay instead of relying on stored credit cards
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- Allow users to save payment methods and login credentials
SquadTrek
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RTD MyRide
No in-app purchases
SquadTrek
No in-app purchases
