# tramTRACKER vs The 88th Day

The clearest difference is rating: The 88th Day at 5.0 against tramTRACKER's 4.0. The 88th Day also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (36% vs 20%). tramTRACKER's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The 88th Day sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. tramTRACKER asks for nothing beyond the download.

The 88th Day holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of tramTRACKER's written reviews are positive against 36% of The 88th Day's.

tramTRACKER ships an update every 3 months, The 88th Day every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | tramTRACKER | The 88th Day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tramtracker/id317312510/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-88th-day/id1478490767/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **35.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yarra Trams](https://appshunter.io/developer/317312513) | [The 88th Day](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478490766) |

## What reviewers say

### tramTRACKER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tramtracker/id317312510)

Get real-time tram arrival predictions and disruption alerts for Melbourne's tram network. Track your tram's journey, set stop alarms, and receive notifications for your favorite routes. This app provides comprehensive information for navigating the city's trams.

**Highlights:** Real-time tram arrival predictions, Disruption and service updates, Favorite route notifications, Tram and stop alarms, Live tram tracking (myTRAM), Low-floor and air-conditioned tram information, Route-based stop lists and maps

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Accurate real-time tram arrival times (when working)
- 🎯 Ability to filter by tram type (low floor accessibility)
- ⭐ Favorite stops with custom naming
- 📍 Search trams by route number with detailed stop information
- 🖼️ Visual tram class identification with pictures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App frequently crashes and won't load past splash screen
- ❌ Completely non-functional for extended periods (weeks/months)
- 🔌 Requires WiFi connection despite being mobile app (recent issue)
- ⚠️ Inaccurate tram arrival times and predictions
- 🔔 Push notifications for disruptions don't work

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup or gets stuck on splash screen
- Data feed no longer provides actual times
- Unable to retrieve tram information errors
- Network map fails to load
- Push notifications for disruptions non-functional

**Requested features**

- Widget support for home screen (especially iOS 18 compatible)
- Journey/trip planner functionality
- Show early terminating trams (e.g., 19d vs 19)
- Improved real-time tracking instead of schedule-based predictions
- Better error messages and loading indicators


### The 88th Day

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-88th-day/id1478490767)

This app helps backpackers on Australian Working Holiday Visas find specified work to complete their 88 days. It features a database of farms and factories, a day calculator, and resources for visa applications. The app focuses on securing regional work in South Australia.

**Highlights:** Find specified farm and factory work, Calculate 88 days worked, Track visa application details, Database of regional jobs, Share house accommodation listings, Guide to farm work in Australia

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nationwide Access | $4.49 | per month |
| The 88th Day Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| 88 Days Full Access | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| The 88th Day Premium 3 Months | $12.99 | per 3 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is tramTRACKER free?

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

### Is The 88th Day free?

The 88th Day is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, tramTRACKER or The 88th Day?

The 88th Day is rated higher. tramTRACKER averages 4.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while The 88th Day averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do tramTRACKER or The 88th Day have ads?

Neither tramTRACKER nor The 88th Day shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, tramTRACKER or The 88th Day?

tramTRACKER ships an update every 3 months, and The 88th Day every 3 weeks. Most recently, tramTRACKER was updated on September 25, 2026 and The 88th Day on September 21, 2026.

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