Comparison

Toob Train vs Mind the Stops

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

Head to head
About

Toob Train

Navigate London's transport network with real-time line status, station information, and arrival times. Plan your journeys easily and receive notifications for your favorite lines. Designed for seamless travel around the city.

Highlights
  • Real-time line status
  • Favorite line notifications
  • Local station information
  • Train arrival times
  • Journey planner
  • Apple Watch support
Features
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Toob Train allows easy navigation around London and the TfL network. Features include: - Line status with notifications(once favourited) - Local stations and train arrival information - Journey planner Designed to be an app to help you when you're out and about in London. Supports Apple Watch.

About

Mind the Stops

Features
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Mind the Stops is your companion for exploring London's Underground and beyond. Build a personal journey diary across 433 stations spanning the Tube, Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth line, capturing every adventure through the capital's rail network. YOUR LONDON UNDERGROUND JOURNEY More than just logging stations - this is about creating your unique story across London's iconic transport system. Each station you tap adds another chapter to your personal Underground experience. ◉ Instant Journey Recording: Quick tap logging as you explore London ◉ Location-Smart Confirmation: Automatic verification when you reach each station ◉ Backfill Past Adventures: Add stations from previous journeys you remember ◉ Authentic Line Colours: Beautiful views organised by line using genuine TfL styling ◉ Live Progress Tracking: Watch your network completion grow in real-time ◉ Deep Station Information: Zones, addresses, fascinating facts, and detailed maps ◉ Favourite Line Theming: Personalise the entire app with your preferred line's colours ◉ Full Data Control: Complete backup and restore for your journey history EVERY STATION, EVERY LINE The complete London rail experience: ◉ London Underground: All 11 classic Tube lines ◉ DLR: The complete Docklands network ◉ London Overground: All 6 lines (Liberty, Lioness, Mildmay, Suffragette, Weaver, Windrush) ◉ Elizabeth line: End-to-end coverage BUILT FOR TUBE ENTHUSIASTS Mind the Stops understands London transport. Smart location caching means responsive performance without battery drain. The app seamlessly verifies your station arrivals while respecting your device's resources, perfect for daily Underground travel. COMPLETE PRIVACY Your journey belongs to you. Everything lives on your device, your station history, your progress, your personal collection. No mandatory cloud sync, no data harvesting, no external requirements. You control when to backup and where your data goes. FREE TO BEGIN Start building your Underground story today at no cost. When you're ready to expand beyond the initial free stations, unlock unlimited access to document every stop across London's entire rail network. Perfect for: ◉ Underground regulars documenting their daily routes ◉ Weekend explorers discovering new corners of London ◉ Tube enthusiasts pursuing complete network coverage ◉ Visitors experiencing London's world-famous Underground system ◉ Completionists who love reaching 100% From the deep tunnels of the Northern line to the elevated tracks of the Overground, from the morning rush at Bank to the quiet charm of end-of-line stations, Mind the Stops helps you experience and remember it all. Whether you're a Zone 1 commuter or exploring stations you've never visited, every journey adds to your story. Start documenting your London Underground experience today. --- Privacy Policy: https://mindthestops.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Mind the Stops is independently developed and not affiliated with Transport for London (TfL).

Screenshots

Toob Train4 screens
Mind the Stops4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Toob Train at none against Mind the Stops's 3. Toob Train also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Mind the Stops sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Toob Train asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Toob Train ships an update every 7 months, Mind the Stops every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Toob Train versus Mind the Stops: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterToob TrainMind the Stops
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCarl de WieleKEVIN WIBLIN

In-app purchases

None

Toob Train

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Mind the Stops

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Annual$1.991 Year
  • Annual with Family Sharing$3.991 Year

Questions

Is Toob Train free?
Toob Train is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mind the Stops free?
Mind the Stops is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Toob Train or Mind the Stops have ads?
Neither Toob Train nor Mind the Stops shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Toob Train or Mind the Stops?
Toob Train ships an update every 7 months, and Mind the Stops every 5 months. Most recently, Toob Train was updated on September 30, 2026 and Mind the Stops on October 14, 2026.

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