# myORCA vs Metro Flex

The clearest difference is rating: Metro Flex at 4.6 against myORCA's 2.5. Metro Flex also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (43% vs 16%). myORCA's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Metro Flex holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 354 and 1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of myORCA's written reviews are positive against 43% of Metro Flex's.

myORCA ships an update every 2 months, Metro Flex monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | myORCA | Metro Flex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (354 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myorca/id1606459618/reviews) | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-flex/id6444106298/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 354 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | 15.5% of reviews | **42.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606459620) | [Via Transportation, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/657777018) |

## What reviewers say

### myORCA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myorca/id1606459618)

Manage your Puget Sound transit card for buses, trains, and ferries. Load fares, check balances, and purchase passes on the go. Connect your existing card or order a new one to simplify your commute.

**Highlights:** Load fares instantly, Check card balance, Manage multiple cards, Purchase daily/monthly passes, Set up autoloads, Connect existing ORCA card

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Convenient to manage card on the go
- ⚡ Instant card reloading
- 🔍 Ability to view transaction history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 No Apple Wallet/Pay integration
- 🔑 Frequent log-out issues
- 🐛 Buggy payment method management
- 📱 Limited functionality compared to website

**Reported bugs**

- Login credentials not recognized
- Payment method addition/removal not working
- Recent activity data displaying incorrectly

**Requested features**

- Add Apple Wallet/Pay support
- Implement Face ID/Touch ID login
- Improve app stability and reliability
- Expand functionality to match website


### Metro Flex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-flex/id6444106298)

This app provides on-demand transit within a designated service area. Book a ride from your phone and get picked up at a nearby corner for the same price as a bus trip. Enjoy convenient and fast transportation.

**Highlights:** On-demand ride booking, Nearby pick-up locations, Affordable fares, ORCA card integration, Youth ride free

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and helpful service
- 👍 Kind and punctual drivers
- 💡 Affordable transportation option
- 👍 Easy to use app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable app with glitches
- ⏱️ Long wait times and unpredictable arrival times
- 🚗 Not enough drivers/vehicles to meet demand
- 🗺️ Limited service area coverage

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing and freezing issues
- Inaccurate GPS and location tracking
- Inconsistent service hours and availability
- Billing and account management problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to schedule rides in advance
- Option to choose preferred pickup location
- Real-time driver updates and communication
- Integration with other transit options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is myORCA free?

myORCA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Metro Flex free?

Metro Flex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, myORCA or Metro Flex?

Metro Flex is rated higher. myORCA averages 2.5 out of 5 from 354 ratings, while Metro Flex averages 4.6 from 1K ratings.

### Do myORCA or Metro Flex have ads?

myORCA shows ads; Metro Flex does not.

### Which is updated more often, myORCA or Metro Flex?

myORCA ships an update every 2 months, and Metro Flex monthly. Most recently, myORCA was updated on September 22, 2026 and Metro Flex on September 23, 2026.

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