Comparison

Trip.PASS vs Lacha App

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

Head to head
About

Trip.PASS

This app simplifies travel in Korea for foreigners by combining financial services, identification, and transportation. It allows for easy account opening, payments, tax refunds, and even taxi booking, all managed through your mobile device and passport.

Highlights
  • Passport-based financial account
  • Mobile payment and transportation card
  • Duty-free identity verification
  • Instant tax refunds
  • KRW remittance
  • Taxi calling service
Features
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[This application is officially developed in collaboration with Lordsystem and ShinhanCard.] Trip.PASS is a passport-based financial and identification platform, jointly developed by Lordsystem and ShinhanCard, specifically designed for foreign travelers. With mobile passport verification technology, you only need your mobile phone and passport to effortlessly open a TripPAY travel account! A 2-in-1 card for payments and transportation available across Korea, duty-free identity verification, instant tax refunds for foreign travelers, KRW remittance, and taxi-calling—everything you need for a seamless travel experience, all in one. In 2026, explore Korea smarter and easier with Trip.PASS! ◼ Trip.PASS 2 in1 Card (Payment + Transport) Mobile & Physical Card Payments · Easy Charge: Foreigners can charge using a credit card or at convenience stores (up to 2 million KRW). · Wide Acceptance: Pay at all credit card merchants and kiosks in Korea, and also supports ShinhanCard mobile payment barcode checkout. Transport Card Features · Simple Charge: Quickly charge via the TripPAY app or at convenience stores. · Automatic Age-Based Fare: Fares are applied based on passport information - Adult / Teen / Child · Nationwide Use: Works across Korea from Seoul to Jeju, covering subways, buses and taxis. ◼ Mobile Identification Blockchain DID and biometric authentication ensure secure personal data protection. Verify your identity at duty-free stores using just your phone—no need for a physical passport. ◼ Immediate Mobile Tax Refunds for Foreign Travelers Get up to a 7% tax refund instantly at Trip.PASS tax-free partner stores, including CU, GS25, pharmacies, and medical beauty clinics. ◼ KRW Transfers Send KRW to travel partners and split expenses instantly. ◼ i.M Call Taxi Service A foreigner-friendly mobility service Easily call a large taxi—perfect for travelers with lots of luggage.

About

Lacha App

This app simplifies travel within Korea for international visitors and residents. It integrates major transportation services like KTX, buses, and taxis, allowing for easy planning and payment with international cards.

Highlights
  • Integrated KTX, express buses, and airport railways
  • Taxi booking
  • No Korean bank account required
  • International credit card payments
  • Simple payment options
  • Travel planning
Features
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Travel across Korea with ease — from long-distance trips to airport transfers and taxis — all in one app, LACHA. LACHA is an all-in-one transportation platform built for foreigners, international travelers, and overseas workers in Korea. Plan and use Korea’s major transportation services, including KTX, express buses, airport railways, and taxis, conveniently in a single app. ■ Built for international users No Korean bank account is required. Pay instantly with international credit cards or simple payment options. ■ Perfect for travel and long-term stays Whether you’re visiting Korea or living here long-term, LACHA makes getting around the country easier and more convenient.

Screenshots

Trip.PASS4 screens
Lacha App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Lacha App at 4.2 against Trip.PASS's 1.2. Lacha App also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 49%). Trip.PASS's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

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

Lacha App holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Trip.PASS's written reviews are positive against 88% of Lacha App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trip.PASS ships an update every 5 days, Lacha App every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Trip.PASS versus Lacha App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrip.PASSLacha App
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.2 (12 ratings)4.2 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.1% of reviews87.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size289 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer로드시스템라쿠카라차

Customer experience

Trip.PASS

All ratings12 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative91.7%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive49.1%
Neutral1.9%
Negative49.1%

Lacha App

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

None

Trip.PASS

No in-app purchases

None

Lacha App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Trip.PASS free?
Trip.PASS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lacha App free?
Lacha App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Trip.PASS or Lacha App?
Lacha App is rated higher. Trip.PASS averages 1.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Lacha App averages 4.2 from 11 ratings.
Do Trip.PASS or Lacha App have ads?
Lacha App shows ads; Trip.PASS does not.
Which is updated more often, Trip.PASS or Lacha App?
Trip.PASS ships an update every 5 days, and Lacha App every 4 days. Most recently, Trip.PASS was updated on November 3, 2026 and Lacha App on November 5, 2026.

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