Comparison

METRO Splash Pass vs VTA GoACCESS

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

Head to head
About

METRO Splash Pass

Pay for bus rides directly from your phone using a credit or debit card. Avoid the need for exact change or visiting ticket machines to purchase passes.

Highlights
  • Credit/debit card payment
  • Mobile pass purchase
  • No exact change needed
  • Convenient ticketless travel
Features
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- No more need to carry cash in exact change to ride the Hwy 17 Express - just pay with a credit or debit card - No need to go to a TVM or order a 31-day pass by mail - just purchase directly on your phone

About

VTA GoACCESS

Manage paratransit rides easily with real-time tracking, booking, and account balance management. This app offers a simple, accessible interface for all users, reducing the need for phone calls.

Highlights
  • Book and cancel rides
  • Real-time ride tracking
  • Manage account balance
  • View trip history
  • Update profile information
  • Receive ride alerts
Features
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VTA Paratransit App Manage your paratransit rides anytime, anywhere. The VTA Paratransit app makes it easier than ever to manage your transportation with Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). Designed with accessibility and simplicity in mind, this app gives you more control over your paratransit experience. Key Features: Book & Cancel Rides Quickly request your trips through the app without calling in. Need to make a change? You can easily cancel or update your ride details directly from your phone or tablet. Track Your Ride in Real Time See exactly where your vehicle is and when it will arrive. The real-time GPS tracking feature helps you stay prepared and reduces uncertainty about your ride. Manage Your Account Balance View your account balance and add funds anytime using a credit or debit card. The app provides a secure and convenient way to keep your fares up to date. View Upcoming & Past Trips See your scheduled rides at a glance and review your ride history. You’ll always know when and where you’ve traveled. Self-Service Made Easy Request to update your profile, contact information, and notification preferences. Set reminders and receive alerts so you never miss a ride. Designed for You Whether you use a screen reader, prefer large text, or just want a simple interface, the app is built to be accessible and easy to use for all members of the paratransit community. No More Waiting on Hold Get things done faster with fewer phone calls. Everything you need is at your fingertips. This app is available at no cost to VTA Paratransit riders. Log in using your existing client information or contact VTA Paratransit customer service for help getting started. Take control of your paratransit trips with the VTA Paratransit app—your rides, your schedule, your way.

Screenshots

METRO Splash Pass4 screens
VTA GoACCESS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: METRO Splash Pass at 3.5 against VTA GoACCESS's 2.8. METRO Splash Pass also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%) and ratings volume (18 vs 5). VTA GoACCESS's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

METRO Splash Pass holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of METRO Splash Pass's written reviews are positive against 0% of VTA GoACCESS's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
METRO Splash Pass versus VTA GoACCESS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMETRO Splash PassVTA GoACCESS
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (18 ratings) — better2.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSanta Cruz Metropolitan Transit DistrictSANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

Customer experience

METRO Splash Pass

All ratings18 ratings
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

VTA GoACCESS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

METRO Splash Pass

No in-app purchases

None

VTA GoACCESS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is METRO Splash Pass free?
METRO Splash Pass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VTA GoACCESS free?
VTA GoACCESS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, METRO Splash Pass or VTA GoACCESS?
METRO Splash Pass is rated higher. METRO Splash Pass averages 3.5 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while VTA GoACCESS averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.
Do METRO Splash Pass or VTA GoACCESS have ads?
Neither METRO Splash Pass nor VTA GoACCESS shows ads.

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