Comparison

darb | درب vs Misfar مسفار

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

Head to head
About

darb | درب

Navigate Riyadh's public transport network with ease. Plan your journeys using metro and bus, track buses in real-time, and purchase digital tickets. This app offers a comprehensive solution for exploring the city's transit options.

Highlights
  • Trip Planning
  • Live Bus Tracker
  • Metro and Bus Lines
  • Bus on Demand Service
  • Park & Ride Integration
  • Digital Ticketing
  • Account Management
Features
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darb is Riyadh Public Transport's official app – your all-in-one companion for getting around the city. Plan trips, buy passes, and track your ride in real time across the Metro, Bus, Bus on Demand and Park & Ride.​ One app connects every part of your journey. From the first mile to the last, darb helps you move through Riyadh seamlessly.​ ​ What you can do with darb:​ * Plan your trip in seconds: type a location, pick a station, or use your saved favorites​ * Buy passes your way: choose 2-hour, 24-hour, 7-day, or 1-month passes in the app or at stations​ * Ride first-class or regular: pick the option that suits you​ * Explore every line in detail: see metro and bus stations, routes, and amenities before you travel​ * Cover the first and last mile: book Bus on Demand, free with your metro or bus ticket​ * Track buses live: follow your ride on the map with real-time arrival times​ * Park for free: use Park & Ride with your darb card​ * Review your history: access purchases and past trips anytime​ * Manage your account: update your details in a few taps​ Built for every rider in Riyadh: darb works fully in both Arabic and English. We keep improving performance and reliability based on rider feedback – thank you for being part of the journey.​ Download darb and get where you're going.​

About

Misfar مسفار

This app helps travelers easily plan and manage their journeys. Discover essential services like gas stations, restaurants, and mosques along your route. Read reviews from other travelers to make informed decisions and ensure a comfortable trip.

Highlights
  • Plan and manage trips
  • Discover services along route
  • Access user reviews
  • Easy and comfortable user experience
  • Updated service information
Features
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مسفار - إدارة رحلاتك بسهولة وراحة يعد تطبيق مسفار حلاً مبتكرًا لتنظيم رحلات المسافرين، حيث يوفر تجربة سلسة وآمنة للتنقل بين المدن. من خلال مسفار، يمكنك التخطيط لرحلتك واكتشاف الخدمات المتاحة على طول الطريق، مثل محطات الوقود، المطاعم، المقاهي، المساجد، والسوبرماركت. التطبيق يمنحك إمكانية الوصول إلى تقييمات المحطات والخدمات المقدمة من مسافرين آخرين، مما يساعدك على اتخاذ قرارات أفضل أثناء سفرك. سواء كنت في رحلة قصيرة أو طويلة، يضمن مسفار راحتك وتلبية جميع احتياجاتك خلال رحلتك. مميزات التطبيق: 1- استعراض المحطات والخدمات على طول مسارك. 2- تقييم ومراجعة المحطات من قبل المستخدمين. 3- تجربة مستخدم سهلة ومريحة. 4- معلومات محدثة عن الخدمات المتوفرة.

Screenshots

darb | درب4 screens
Misfar مسفار4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Misfar مسفار at 100% against darb | درب's 13%. Misfar مسفار also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (14.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads, 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

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

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
darb | درب versus Misfar مسفار: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterdarb | دربMisfar مسفار
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (395 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews13.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings395 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoyal Commission for Riyadh CityHANIYEH COMPANY FOR INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Customer experience

darb | درب

All ratings395 ratings
Positive37.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative59.7%
Written reviews251 reviews
Positive13.1%
Neutral12.4%
Negative74.5%

Misfar مسفار

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

darb | درب

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inability to register or log in
  • Purchased tickets not showing up in the app
  • QR code not working or getting rejected
  • App crashing or freezing frequently
  • Incorrect or missing route and station information

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add Apple Pay and digital wallet integration
  • Improve search functionality and route planning
  • Provide real-time bus tracking and updates
  • Integrate with Google Maps for better navigation
  • Simplify registration and login process
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  • Enhance user experience and interface design

Misfar مسفار

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

darb | درب

No in-app purchases

None

Misfar مسفار

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is darb | درب free?
darb | درب is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Misfar مسفار free?
Misfar مسفار is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do darb | درب or Misfar مسفار have ads?
Neither darb | درب nor Misfar مسفار shows ads.

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