Arrival BART vs metrotimeLA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arrival BART
Get real-time train predictions and plan your journeys with this intuitive transit app. It offers fast access to essential BART information, including transfer details and alerts, all without ads or data collection.
- Real-time train predictions
- Intuitive user interface
- Detailed stop information
- Trip planner with suggestions
- BART alerts for delays
- Intelligent station search
- Siri Shortcuts integration
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Arrival is the beautiful and clean BART app for commuters. With an interface that is easy and intuitive to use, you get access to real-time train predictions for the station nearest to you from the moment you launch it. This fast experience quickly gets you access to the information you need without excess tapping and visual clutter and allows you to quickly see detailed information (where to transfer, transfer windows, and train colors) for any stop. Key Features: * FAST One of Arrival's best features is that it is fast. Really fast. It loads the information you need quickly and without any extra steps. This allows you to take BART throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with ease. * Trip Planner Arrival's trip planner allows you to plan trips to stations ahead of time. It will even provide suggestions of potential arrival and departure times. * BART Alerts Arrival displays BART warnings in real time to help you avoid delays. * Station Search Arrival has an intelligent station search algorithm that uses on-device machine learning to provide you with relevant results. * Siri Shortcuts Use Siri Shortcuts to automate Arrival. * Machine Learning Arrival uses on-device machine learning throughout the system to provide intelligent suggestions and speed up your experience. * NO ADs Arrival has zero ads or clutter. It's just the BART information you need. * Private & Secure Arrival intentionally does not collect identifiable information. It processes as much data as it can on device. Additionally, it does not sell or share information with 3rd party advertisers. Arrival is an unofficial BART app. BART is the trademark of the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District. Arrival's data comes from the BART developer program under the respective license.
metrotimeLA
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*metrotimeLA is not a free app. A free trial is available to test out features while you decide if the features are worth it for you* Designed by LA Metro Rail commuters, for LA Metro Rail commuters, metrotimeLA helps you stay on top of your commute with real-time train arrival information, Live Activities, and personalized notifications. Never miss your train again! With metrotimeLA, you’ll always know if you have time for one last task before heading to the platform, or if you need to rush to catch your train. Stay informed and arrive on time — every time. Why Choose metrotimeLA? - Real-Time Arrivals: Get up-to-the-minute arrival times for your favorite stations, so you're always in the know. - Live Activities: View live train arrival updates directly on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island, making it easy to check when your train is arriving without opening the app. - Scheduled Trips: Set up notifications for your regular commute, so you can start a Live Activity just in time to catch your train. - Service Alerts: Stay informed with real-time updates on service disruptions or alerts for your lines. metrotimeLA is the essential app for commuters who rely on LA Metro Rail. Download now and make your daily commute smoother and stress-free! * Terms of Use: Apple Standard End User License Agreement (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arrival BART at none against metrotimeLA's 2. Arrival BART also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and ads 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. metrotimeLA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Arrival BART asks for nothing beyond the download.
Arrival BART ships an update every 3 weeks, metrotimeLA every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arrival BART | metrotimeLA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ronan Furuta | Ray Saito |
In-app purchases
Arrival BART
No in-app purchases
metrotimeLA
- Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Annual Subscription14 Days trial$17.991 Year








