# 511 Wisconsin vs GBM Transit

The clearest difference is rating: GBM Transit at 4.8 against 511 Wisconsin's 1.8. GBM Transit also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 9 months). 511 Wisconsin's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

GBM Transit holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 81 and 84 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 4% of 511 Wisconsin's written reviews are positive against 0% of GBM Transit's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

511 Wisconsin ships an update every 9 months, GBM Transit every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 511 Wisconsin | GBM Transit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (81 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/511-wisconsin/id1495877294/reviews) | **[4.8 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gbm-transit/id1499260583/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 81 | **84** |
| Positive reviews | **4.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 105 MB | 129 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IBI Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/438078843) | [Via Transportation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/657777018) |

## What reviewers say

### 511 Wisconsin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/511-wisconsin/id1495877294)

Get real-time traffic and route personalization information for your travels. Plan your trips, check traffic speeds, and stay informed about road conditions before and during your journey.

**Highlights:** Traffic information, Route personalization, Trip planning, Commute improvement, Travel condition updates

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Live cameras are helpful
- 💡 Navigation ability (though not highly valued)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Difficult to use for quick checks
- 👎 Constantly asks for destination
- 👎 Outdated interface
- 👎 Inaccurate road conditions
- 👎 Removed ice/slippery condition updates

**Reported bugs**

- Radar legend overlaps toggle, gets stuck
- Route feature doesn't work
- App switches screens on its own every 10 seconds
- Server connection error
- App blocks data/forces location tracking

**Requested features**

- Improve ease of use for quick checks
- Allow quick look at traffic cameras without destination
- Reintroduce ice and slippery condition updates
- Fix radar legend overlap bug
- Make winter road condition colors thicker/brighter/more legible


### GBM Transit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gbm-transit/id1499260583)

This app helps you navigate the Green Bay area by booking shared rides. Enter your destinations to find the best travel options, track your ride in real-time, and enjoy affordable, accessible transportation.

**Highlights:** Book GBM On Demand rides, Book GBM Paratransit rides, Live arrival times, Real-time ride tracking, Shared ride matching, Wheelchair accessible vehicles, Bike racks available

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 511 Wisconsin free?

511 Wisconsin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GBM Transit free?

GBM Transit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 511 Wisconsin or GBM Transit?

GBM Transit is rated higher. 511 Wisconsin averages 1.8 out of 5 from 81 ratings, while GBM Transit averages 4.8 from 84 ratings.

### Do 511 Wisconsin or GBM Transit have ads?

Neither 511 Wisconsin nor GBM Transit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 511 Wisconsin or GBM Transit?

511 Wisconsin ships an update every 9 months, and GBM Transit every 5 weeks. Most recently, 511 Wisconsin was updated on October 22, 2026 and GBM Transit on October 24, 2026.

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