Comparison

Viberö Vaxholmspendeln vs Strul

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

Head to head
About

Viberö Vaxholmspendeln

Features
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This app supports all travelers who want to travel by ferry / archipelago boat from Stockholm to Vaxholm and with Waxholmsbolaget and with SLs commuter ship line 83. The app also shows all other trips to and from Vaxholm. As a special aid you can see the departure time, arrival time and follow the route on a map.

About

Strul

Features
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Master your commute with Strul® – Real-time transit updates Start your day with a clear view of the traffic situation in Stockholm (SL), Gothenburg (Västtrafik), and the Swedish railway network—right from your breakfast table. With Strul®, you get instant access to your favorite lines without unnecessary clicking. Get real-time updates on delays, cancelled departures, moved bus stops, and elevator outages directly from official sources. Whether you are commuting within Södermalm, heading to Arlanda Airport, or traveling across Sweden, Strul provides the facts you need to plan your journey better. A transparent and fast alternative to the standard transit apps. KEY FEATURES: LIVE MAP (SL/Vasttrafik): See exactly where your bus or train is located. Should I run now or can I chill? DEPARTURE TIMES: Real-time departures for every station and stop in the SL and Västtrafik networks. REPORT ISSUES: Be a hero for your fellow commuters. Report disruptions you see so others can avoid the "strul." CUSTOM SETTINGS: Save your most-used lines (e.g., Bus 57 or 602) for instant status updates. COMPREHENSIVE MAPS: Includes Subway (Tunnelbana), Bus, Commuter train (Pendeltåg), and Tram maps for the Stockholm region. AIRPORT UPDATES: Real-time arrivals and departures for Stockholm Arlanda and Stockholm Bromma. WHY CHOOSE STRUL®? SAVE TIME: Avoid waiting in the freezing wind for a bus that isn't coming. RELIABLE DATA: Information is pulled directly from official systems (Trafiklab/SL) and prioritized via strul.info. MULTILINGUAL: Direct translation of traffic info into English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian. FUTURE READY: Prepared for new infrastructure, including the upcoming Yellow Line in Stockholm. Note: Information provided by Strul is indicative. For exact details, please always refer to official SL or Västtrafik channels.

Screenshots

Viberö Vaxholmspendeln4 screens
Strul4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Strul at Free against Viberö Vaxholmspendeln's $9.99. Viberö Vaxholmspendeln's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On update cadence, 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

Strul is free to download; Viberö Vaxholmspendeln costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Viberö Vaxholmspendeln ships an update every 10 days, Strul fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Viberö Vaxholmspendeln versus Strul: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterViberö VaxholmspendelnStrul
Price$9.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB104 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAB Viberö ManagementStefan Eng

In-app purchases

None

Viberö Vaxholmspendeln

No in-app purchases

None

Strul

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Viberö Vaxholmspendeln free?
Viberö Vaxholmspendeln costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Strul free?
Strul is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Viberö Vaxholmspendeln or Strul have ads?
Strul shows ads; Viberö Vaxholmspendeln does not.
Which is updated more often, Viberö Vaxholmspendeln or Strul?
Viberö Vaxholmspendeln ships an update every 10 days, and Strul fortnightly. Most recently, Viberö Vaxholmspendeln was updated on October 13, 2026 and Strul on October 4, 2026.

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