# KickMap NYC vs Capital DC Metro

The clearest difference is ratings volume: KickMap NYC at 464 against Capital DC Metro's 5. KickMap NYC also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and chart position (#52 vs unranked). Capital DC Metro's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

KickMap NYC costs $2.99 and Capital DC Metro $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Capital DC Metro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KickMap NYC has 464 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of KickMap NYC's written reviews are positive against 100% of Capital DC Metro's.

KickMap NYC ships an update every 2 months, Capital DC Metro every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KickMap NYC | Capital DC Metro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [4.8 (464 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kickmap-nyc/id285668269/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capital-dc-metro-next-train/id1199983247/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **464** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 94.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 10 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KICK Design Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/285668272) | [Preston Grisham](https://appshunter.io/developer/974316786) |

## What reviewers say

### KickMap NYC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kickmap-nyc/id285668269)

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate the NYC subway system with ease using this comprehensive transit app. It offers offline maps, real-time service alerts, and detailed station information, ensuring stress-free travel day or night. Plan your routes, find nearby stations, and explore points of interest with a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Offline NYC subway map and directions, Real-time service advisories with push notifications, 24-hour day/night maps, Real-time station arrival times, Pop-up street maps for station exits, GPS locator for nearby stations, MTA Transit Alerts customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Offline functionality
- 🗺️ Clear and visually appealing map design
- 💡 Useful features like station details and neighborhood information
- 🔍 Helpful for navigating the NYC subway system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with service change updates
- 🔍 Could use more detailed alerts and notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Delays not always accurately reported
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Real-time train arrival information
- Widgets for quick access
- Android version availability


### Capital DC Metro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capital-dc-metro-next-train/id1199983247)

This app provides real-time DC Metro train and bus information, ordered by proximity. Get live updates on departures and detailed station information to simplify your commute.

**Highlights:** Live train and bus departures, Stations ordered by distance, In-depth station information, Commuter-focused design, Easy to use interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KickMap NYC free?

KickMap NYC costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Capital DC Metro free?

Capital DC Metro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KickMap NYC or Capital DC Metro?

Capital DC Metro is rated higher. KickMap NYC averages 4.8 out of 5 from 464 ratings, while Capital DC Metro averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do KickMap NYC or Capital DC Metro have ads?

Neither KickMap NYC nor Capital DC Metro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KickMap NYC or Capital DC Metro?

KickMap NYC ships an update every 2 months, and Capital DC Metro every 5 months. Most recently, KickMap NYC was updated on October 31, 2026 and Capital DC Metro on October 26, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*