Comparison

hvv switch vs AIDA

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

Head to head
About

hvv switch

This app integrates public transport, car sharing, e-scooters, and ride-sharing services into a single platform. Purchase tickets, plan routes, and book various mobility options with one account for seamless travel.

Highlights
  • Integrated mobility services
  • Deutschlandticket purchase
  • Route planning and timetables
  • Car sharing rentals
  • E-scooter rentals
  • Shuttle booking
  • Multiple payment options
Features
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With the hvv switch App, you can use local public transport, carsharing, e-scooters, bikes and on-demand mobility – all with just 1 account. Choose your perfect connection by bus, train or ferry – including the hvv ticket. For regular journeys in Hamburg and across Germany, the hvv Deutschlandticket as well as the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg are available directly in the app. Alternatively, you can rent a car from Free2move, SIXT share, MILES or Cambio, book a MOIA-shuttle, or explore Hamburg flexibly with a Voi e-scooter or a StadtRAD bike. Highlights of the hvv switch app: • 8 providers, 1 account: local public transport, carsharing, shuttle, e-scooter & bikes • Tickets & subscriptions: buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or any other hvv ticket • Route planning: timetables for bus, train & ferry incl. disruption reports • Reserve & hire cars: Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio • Stay flexible: rent an e-scooter from Voi or a bike from StadtRAD • On-demand shuttle: book a MOIA-shuttle • Pay securely: PayPal, credit card or SEPA Download the hvv switch app now and enjoy full mobility in Hamburg. 8 mobility providers – 1 account Register once, use it all: buy hvv tickets and book Free2move, SIXT share, MILES, Cambio, MOIA-shuttle, Voi & StadtRAD – all with just 1 account. Stay flexible: local public transport, MOIA-shuttle, e-scooter, bike or carsharing – simply use whatever suits your needs. hvv Deutschlandticket With just a few clicks, you can buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg in the app and start your journey straight away. Use local public transport throughout Germany, including regional trains RB/RE. If you live in Hamburg, you only pay for the days you have the ticket in the 1st month. Order a digital ticket & pay conveniently Whether it’s a short journey, single ticket or day ticket – the app automatically suggests the right ticket for your trip. Save 7 % on most tickets when you buy in the app and pay securely via PayPal, SEPA or credit card. Your ticket is available instantly in the app and can also be added to your wallet. Set your most-used ticket as a favourite and access it quickly from the home screen via our widget. You can also easily purchase tickets for accompanying passengers. Timetable information Know your destination but not the route? Then use the hvv route planner for the best connection by bus, train or ferry. Save, share, bookmark your route, check departures, see disruptions as well as real time info on bus and U-Bahn positions, and stay updated via push notifications! Save your favourite destinations and access them directly from the home screen. You can now also check the U-Bahn occupancy in real time. Carsharing with Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio With Free2move, SIXT share and MILES you’ll always find the right car near you. MILES charges by the kilometre, while SIXT share and Free2move charge by the minute. Cambio offers pricing based on time and distance, depending on vehicle type and tariff. Validate your driving licence, make bookings and receive invoices with your hvv switch account. E-scooters by Voi For greater mobility, you can also rent e-scooters from Voi. Our app shows all available scooters nearby, making it easy to find & unlock an e-scooter with ease. Bikes by StadtRAD Hop on and start pedalling with StadtRAD’s extensive bike sharing network. Always stay mobile with over 4,000 bikes and plenty of docking stations. MOIA-shuttle Reach your destination in a convenient way. Share your ride with up to 6 people and save money! Pre-book your trip, hop on the shuttle, and pick up or drop off passengers along the way. Additionally, there are express journeys and a detailed price overview. Your opinion matters Write to us at info@hvv-switch.de

About

AIDA

This app helps you plan and manage your dream vacation from start to finish. Discover and book excursions, wellness activities, and dining directly within the app. Onboard, access daily programs, opening hours, and event information.

Highlights
  • Centralized travel information
  • Excursion and service booking
  • Daily program and event access
  • Restaurant reservations
  • Intuitive navigation
  • Fast loading times
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Die neue AIDA App begleitet Sie von der Vorfreude bis zur Heimreise und bündelt alles, was Sie für Ihren Traumurlaub benötigen – übersichtlich, praktisch und immer griffbereit. Behalten Sie Ihre Reiseunterlagen und Erlebnisse im Blick und reservieren Sie Highlights wie Ausflüge, Wellness und vieles mehr bequem in der AIDA App – vor und während des Urlaubs. An Bord wird die App zum praktischen Begleiter: Tagesprogramme, Öffnungszeiten, Events oder spontan Restaurantplätze reservieren? All das erledigen Sie komfortabel in der App. So bleibt mehr Zeit für das, was wirklich wichtig ist: Spaß im Urlaub. Ihre Vorteile auf einen Blick: Alle wichtigen Informationen rund um Ihre Reise zentral gebündelt Ausflüge und Services direkt in der App entdecken, nutzen und reservieren Aktuelle Tagesprogramme, Öffnungszeiten und Highlights jederzeit im Blick Modernes Design, intuitive Navigation, einfache Übersicht Schnelle Ladezeiten und eine zuverlässige Verbindung zum Schiffs-WLAN Laden Sie die AIDA App jetzt kostenfrei herunter, damit Sie Ihren Traumurlaub ganz entspannt planen und genießen können.

Screenshots

hvv switch4 screens
AIDA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: hvv switch at 4.4 against AIDA's 1.0. hvv switch also leads on ratings volume (790 vs 3). AIDA's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, 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

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

hvv switch holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: hvv switch has 790 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of hvv switch's written reviews are positive against 30% of AIDA's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

hvv switch ships an update every 2 months, AIDA weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
hvv switch versus AIDA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterhvv switchAIDA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (790 ratings) — better1.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews27.0% of reviews30.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings790 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size474 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHamburger Hochbahn AGAIDA Cruises

Customer experience

hvv switch

All ratings784 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral7.8%
Negative65.2%

AIDA

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive30.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative66.0%

Bugs and requests

hvv switch

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Date of birth field not working
  • Payment methods not accepted
  • Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • Logging out issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Apple Pay and other payment services
  • Improve navigation with back/home buttons
  • Provide clearer information on ticket types and zones

AIDA

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

hvv switch

No in-app purchases

None

AIDA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is hvv switch free?
hvv switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AIDA free?
AIDA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, hvv switch or AIDA?
hvv switch is rated higher. hvv switch averages 4.4 out of 5 from 790 ratings, while AIDA averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.
Do hvv switch or AIDA have ads?
Neither hvv switch nor AIDA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, hvv switch or AIDA?
hvv switch ships an update every 2 months, and AIDA weekly. Most recently, hvv switch was updated on October 29, 2026 and AIDA on October 30, 2026.

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