SSG Smart vs MRT Buddy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SSG Smart
Control multiple smart devices remotely with a single application. Manage device functions, set timers for usage, and sync device operations with your environment for a personalized experience.
- Smooth device connectivity
- Multi-device control
- Usage timer function
- Remote area control
- Environment-based mood control
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1. Smooth Connection: Easy & Quick connectivity between app & devices 2. Multi Device Control: Multiple devicie control advantage by single app 3. Timer: Timer function enables self control for using various functions 4. Remote area control: Can control the connected devices from anywhere 5. Mood control: App will sync device functions based on environment
MRT Buddy
Easily check your Dhaka MRT and Rapid Pass card balances and view your last 10 transactions. This app provides real-time updates and a user-friendly interface to make your daily commute smoother and stress-free.
- Instant balance updates
- View last 10 transactions
- Supports Dhaka MRT
- Supports Rapid Pass
- User-friendly interface
- Secure data access
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MRT Buddy: Your Companion for Seamless Commuting in Dhaka Say goodbye to the hassle of unexpected low balances and keep track of your travel history effortlessly. MRT Buddy allows you to check the current balance and view the last 10 transactions of your Dhaka MRT and Rapid Pass transit cards—all in one convenient app. Key Features: - Instant Balance Updates: Get real-time information on your card balances for both Dhaka MRT and Rapid Pass systems. - Recent Trip History: Access your last 10 transactions to monitor your spending and travel patterns. - User-Friendly Interface: Navigate with ease through a clean and intuitive design. - Secure Access: Your data privacy is our top priority; rest assured that your information is protected. Why MRT Buddy? Daily commuting can be stressful. MRT Buddy aims to reduce that stress by keeping you informed about your transit card balances and recent trips. No more surprises at the station—stay ahead and plan your journeys with confidence. Download MRT Buddy today and make your daily commute smoother than ever!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MRT Buddy at 99% against SSG Smart's 33%. MRT Buddy also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 17 months) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). SSG Smart's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.3). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MRT Buddy holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 128 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of SSG Smart's written reviews are positive against 99% of MRT Buddy's.
SSG Smart ships an update every 17 months, MRT Buddy every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SSG Smart | MRT Buddy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (48 ratings) | 4.9 (128 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 98.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 48 | 128 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.3 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 168 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Super Star Electronics Limited | Aniruddha Adhikary |
Customer experience
SSG Smart
MRT Buddy
Bugs and requests
SSG Smart
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MRT Buddy
Reported bugs
1 issue- Rounded transaction time display
Requested features
3 requests- NFC integration for card usage
- Recharge option within the app
- Cloning card into NFC cards
In-app purchases
SSG Smart
No in-app purchases
MRT Buddy
No in-app purchases
