# MetrO vs Metro DE

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MetrO at 86% against Metro DE's 50%. MetrO also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Metro DE's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Metro DE sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. MetrO asks for nothing beyond the download.

Metro DE holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 44 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of MetrO's written reviews are positive against 50% of Metro DE's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

MetrO ships an update every 10 days, Metro DE every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MetrO | Metro DE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro/id320949132/reviews) | **[4.8 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-de-berlin-munich/id939142241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **44** |
| Positive reviews | **85.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kinevia](https://appshunter.io/developer/313857582) | [AR Code Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761134422) |

## What reviewers say

### MetrO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro/id320949132)

Navigate public transport in over 400 cities worldwide with this app. Plan routes using subways, buses, trams, and trains, even offline after downloading city data. Receive weekly updates for network changes and temporary disruptions.

**Highlights:** Offline route planning, Supports subway, bus, tram, railway, 400+ cities worldwide, Weekly network updates, Temporary disruption data, Map of surroundings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Offline access
- 🚀 Comprehensive database of cities
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Accurate route planning
- 👍 Essential for travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incomplete database for some cities
- 🐛 Confusing user interface
- 🐛 Missing features like timetables and maps

**Reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues
- Crashes and errors
- Outdated information for some cities

**Requested features**

- Integration with mapping apps
- Real-time service updates
- More detailed route information
- Support for more cities


### Metro DE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metro-de-berlin-munich/id939142241)

Access detailed offline maps for major German cities, including Berlin and Munich. Features augmented reality for enhanced navigation and user location tracking. Offers a premium subscription for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Offline metro maps, Augmented Reality (AR) navigation, User location tracking, Fullscreen map view, Multi-touch zoom and pan, Support for 19 German cities

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Metro DE Premium | $14.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MetrO free?

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

### Is Metro DE free?

Metro DE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MetrO or Metro DE?

Metro DE is rated higher. MetrO averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Metro DE averages 4.8 from 44 ratings.

### Do MetrO or Metro DE have ads?

Metro DE shows ads; MetrO does not.

### Which is updated more often, MetrO or Metro DE?

MetrO ships an update every 10 days, and Metro DE every 5 months. Most recently, MetrO was updated on October 23, 2026 and Metro DE 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.*