Comparison

SBB Inclusive vs HotelCard

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

Head to head
About

SBB Inclusive

Features
Read full description

SBB Inclusive provides you with the visual and digital customer information that you find in stations and on SBB long-distance services – directly on your smartphone. The information you need always at your fingertips SBB Inclusive recognises which train station you are in and shows you the corresponding upcoming departures. When you get on a long-distance train, you receive a push notification with the relevant information for your journey (train number, destination, coach number, travel class, service zone, upcoming stops). If you change coaches, the train information will be updated. Thanks to SBB Inclusive, you’ll know you’re on the right train. Accessibility is what we do The app is optimised for the use of operational tools such as VoiceOver, DarkMode and enlarged text. It is therefore particularly suitable for passengers with impaired vision, who can travel more independently and safely with the help of the app. SBB Inclusive’s range of operation SBB Inclusive currently works in all Swiss train stations and on all SBB long-distance trains. Please continue to use the SBB Mobile app to plan your journeys.

About

HotelCard

Access exclusive hotel deals in Switzerland and neighboring regions with up to 50% off. This app allows you to search, book, and manage your hotel stays on your mobile device, keeping your digital card handy wherever you go.

Highlights
  • Digital HotelCard access
  • Search and book hotels
  • Manage bookings
  • Favorite hotels list
  • Travel inspiration
Features
Read full description

HotelCard - up to 50% discount in 500 hotels, in and around Switzerland Already have a HotelCard? Log in to the app with your regular HotelCard account and discover the best hotel deals in Switzerland. Don't have a HotelCard yet? Visit www.hotelcard.ch to order your personal HotelCard. A HotelCard gives you access to the best hotel offers in Switzerland and neighbouring regions and allows you to stay at 500 attractive hotels with discounts of up to 50%. Advantages of the HotelCard app: - Having your digital HotelCard with you, wherever you are - Searching and booking hotels on your mobile phone - Marking your favourite hotels and managing your bookings - Getting new ideas and inspiration for your next trip NOTE: You need a valid HotelCard and login to use this app.

Screenshots

SBB Inclusive4 screens
HotelCard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HotelCard at every 5 weeks against SBB Inclusive's every 3 months. HotelCard also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SBB Inclusive ships an update every 3 months, HotelCard every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SBB Inclusive versus HotelCard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSBB InclusiveHotelCard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1713.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size127 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSBBHotelcard AG

In-app purchases

None

SBB Inclusive

No in-app purchases

None

HotelCard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SBB Inclusive free?
SBB Inclusive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HotelCard free?
HotelCard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SBB Inclusive or HotelCard have ads?
Neither SBB Inclusive nor HotelCard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SBB Inclusive or HotelCard?
SBB Inclusive ships an update every 3 months, and HotelCard every 5 weeks. Most recently, SBB Inclusive was updated on November 3, 2026 and HotelCard on November 3, 2026.

Other comparisons