Comparison

San Jose Transit vs VTA GoACCESS

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

Head to head
About

San Jose Transit

Access VTA bus and light rail schedules and stop timings offline. Browse routes, view stops on a map, and save favorites for quick access. Get real-time trip information and enjoy automatic schedule updates.

Highlights
  • Offline VTA schedules
  • Route and stop browsing
  • Map view of stops and routes
  • Favorite stops and routes
  • Stop time interpolation
  • Automatic schedule updates
Features
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San Jose Transit provides easy access to VTA(Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority) bus as well as light rail services. It lets you browse through stop timings and trips offline without any active internet connection. San Jose Transit 3 is here! Completed redone from ground up. This new version makes it intuitive to browse through the routes and their schedules. Features: - Easy navigation through the UI. - Consolidated directional routes. Sub routes won't show up as separate routes if they are all in the same direction. - View stops and routes on map. - See all the VTA stops around you on a Map. - Search by zip code, address or city name. - Add stops and routes as favorites. - View all trips of a specific route (inbound or outbound) passing through a specific stop at any time. - Easy schedule updates with automatic daily update checks. - Stop time interpolation. The app shows timings for stops which don't show up on vta.org. All the schedules are still fully offline. The maps do require internet connection though ;-) Please report any mis timings to sanjosetransit@gmail.com or at https://github.com/jvashishtha/San-Jose-Transit/issues. As always feedback is much appreciated. So write me up at sanjosetransit@gmail.com Enjoy! :) Note: This application or its developer are in no way related to VTA or any such organizations. This application is developed for the convenience of VTA riders. NOTE: I would sugggest you email to sanjosetransit@gmail.com if you face any crashes. Writing bad reviews does not help solve the problem. Thank you.

About

VTA GoACCESS

Manage paratransit rides easily with real-time tracking, booking, and account balance management. This app offers a simple, accessible interface for all users, reducing the need for phone calls.

Highlights
  • Book and cancel rides
  • Real-time ride tracking
  • Manage account balance
  • View trip history
  • Update profile information
  • Receive ride alerts
Features
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VTA Paratransit App Manage your paratransit rides anytime, anywhere. The VTA Paratransit app makes it easier than ever to manage your transportation with Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). Designed with accessibility and simplicity in mind, this app gives you more control over your paratransit experience. Key Features: Book & Cancel Rides Quickly request your trips through the app without calling in. Need to make a change? You can easily cancel or update your ride details directly from your phone or tablet. Track Your Ride in Real Time See exactly where your vehicle is and when it will arrive. The real-time GPS tracking feature helps you stay prepared and reduces uncertainty about your ride. Manage Your Account Balance View your account balance and add funds anytime using a credit or debit card. The app provides a secure and convenient way to keep your fares up to date. View Upcoming & Past Trips See your scheduled rides at a glance and review your ride history. You’ll always know when and where you’ve traveled. Self-Service Made Easy Request to update your profile, contact information, and notification preferences. Set reminders and receive alerts so you never miss a ride. Designed for You Whether you use a screen reader, prefer large text, or just want a simple interface, the app is built to be accessible and easy to use for all members of the paratransit community. No More Waiting on Hold Get things done faster with fewer phone calls. Everything you need is at your fingertips. This app is available at no cost to VTA Paratransit riders. Log in using your existing client information or contact VTA Paratransit customer service for help getting started. Take control of your paratransit trips with the VTA Paratransit app—your rides, your schedule, your way.

Screenshots

San Jose Transit4 screens
VTA GoACCESS4 screens

Verdict

The call

San Jose Transit and VTA GoACCESS both sit at 2.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of San Jose Transit's written reviews are positive against 0% of VTA GoACCESS's. VTA GoACCESS's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.9 for San Jose Transit against 2.8 for VTA GoACCESS. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 5 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of San Jose Transit's written reviews are positive against 0% of VTA GoACCESS's.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
San Jose Transit versus VTA GoACCESS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSan Jose TransitVTA GoACCESS
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (7 ratings) — better2.8 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVashishtha JogiSANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

Customer experience

San Jose Transit

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral14.3%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral11.1%
Negative38.9%

VTA GoACCESS

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

San Jose Transit

No in-app purchases

None

VTA GoACCESS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is San Jose Transit free?
San Jose Transit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VTA GoACCESS free?
VTA GoACCESS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, San Jose Transit or VTA GoACCESS?
San Jose Transit is rated higher. San Jose Transit averages 2.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while VTA GoACCESS averages 2.8 from 5 ratings.
Do San Jose Transit or VTA GoACCESS have ads?
Neither San Jose Transit nor VTA GoACCESS shows ads.

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