# Explore Singapore vs gothere.sg lite

The clearest difference is rating: Explore Singapore at 4.7 against gothere.sg lite's 3.7. Explore Singapore also leads on ratings volume (498 vs 6) and review sentiment (74% vs 54%). gothere.sg lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Explore Singapore sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. gothere.sg lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Explore Singapore holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Explore Singapore has 498 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Explore Singapore's written reviews are positive against 54% of gothere.sg lite's.

Explore Singapore ships an update every 2 months, gothere.sg lite monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Explore Singapore | gothere.sg lite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (498 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-singapore/id364911596/reviews)** | [3.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotheresg-lite/id407424570/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **498** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **74.2% of reviews** | 54.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 37 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ExploreMetro](https://appshunter.io/developer/340706618) | [gothere.sg](https://appshunter.io/developer/348131807) |

## What reviewers say

### Explore Singapore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-singapore/id364911596)

Navigate Singapore's public transport system with an up-to-date, offline subway map. Features include a route planner, GPS integration, and street maps for every station. Available in English and Chinese.

**Highlights:** Up-to-date MRT map, Offline functionality, Route planner, GPS integration, Street maps for stations, English and Chinese language support

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP mode | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very useful for navigation
- 👍 Clean and efficient system
- 👍 Helpful for residents and tourists
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Works offline

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Outdated maps
- 🐛 Inaccurate fare information
- 🐛 App hangs or crashes
- 🐛 Misleading pricing
- 🐛 No fare shown with itinerary

**Reported bugs**

- Map is very outdated with nonexistent lines
- Immediately charged when downloaded
- No fare shown with itinerary
- Keeps hanging after one destination
- App expired

**Requested features**

- Update Singapore MRT map
- Add new routes
- Show fare with itinerary
- Update fare information
- Add bus app for Singapore


### gothere.sg lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotheresg-lite/id407424570)

Discover discounts and store directories in Singaporean shopping malls. Get directions for public transport and driving, with real-time bus arrival times. Includes recent food reviews for inspiration.

**Highlights:** Mall store directories, Shop and restaurant discounts, Public transport directions, Bus arrival times, Driving routes (ERP minimization), Food reviews

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Explore Singapore free?

Explore Singapore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is gothere.sg lite free?

gothere.sg lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Explore Singapore or gothere.sg lite?

Explore Singapore is rated higher. Explore Singapore averages 4.7 out of 5 from 498 ratings, while gothere.sg lite averages 3.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Explore Singapore or gothere.sg lite have ads?

Explore Singapore shows ads; gothere.sg lite does not.

### Which is updated more often, Explore Singapore or gothere.sg lite?

Explore Singapore ships an update every 2 months, and gothere.sg lite monthly. Most recently, Explore Singapore was updated on October 29, 2026 and gothere.sg lite on October 21, 2026.

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