Comparison

MyTSA vs TSA Live Wait Times

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

Head to head
About

MyTSA

Access essential travel information 24/7, including what items are permitted on flights, real-time airport wait times, and weather delays. Get assistance through social media integration and learn how to navigate security checkpoints efficiently.

Highlights
  • Item search for flights
  • Live TSA assistance
  • Airport historical busyness
  • Crowd-sourced wait times
  • Report wait times
  • Airport delay and weather info
  • Security checkpoint guide
Features
Currently charting
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Named the Best Government Mobile App from the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council, and earning TSA recognition as one of the Top 15 Government IT Innovators, “MyTSA” provides 24/7 access to information that passengers frequently request from TSA. With “MyTSA”, you can: + Quickly search which items you can bring with you through the checkpoint onto the airplane. + Request live assistance from TSA through the AskTSA social media integration. + Check how historically busy the airport will be on your specific day and time of travel. + Check crowd-sourced TSA security checkpoints wait times at the airport of your choice. + Add your own TSA security checkpoints wait time for others to see (NOTE: You must be at the airport in order to report wait times). + Check the delay information and current weather conditions at your favorite airports nationwide. + Consult the TSA Guide on how to prepare for and get through the security checkpoint quickly. + Discover which airports and airlines support TSA PreCheck®, and learn how to sign-up. + Quickly access TSA PreCheck® benefits and support. + Access TSA's Chat with Ace virtual assistant 24/7. + Real Time - Wait Time live update widgets for select airport locations.

About

TSA Live Wait Times

This app provides real-time TSA checkpoint wait times for major U.S. airports. It helps travelers plan their departure and reduce uncertainty about security line lengths, enabling more confident travel experiences.

Highlights
  • Live TSA checkpoint wait times
  • Track airport security line conditions
  • Search major U.S. airports
  • Estimate airport busyness
  • Plan departure times
  • Reduce travel uncertainty
Features
Currently charting
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TSA Times: Know before you go! Never wonder how long the airport security line is again. TSA Times helps travelers check live TSA checkpoint wait times before leaving for the airport. Instead of guessing, arriving unnecessarily early, or worrying that a long security line could make you miss your flight, you can see what to expect and plan with more confidence. Whether you are traveling for business, a family vacation, a weekend getaway, or a last-minute flight, TSA Times gives you a clearer picture of current airport security conditions. CHECK LIVE TSA WAIT TIMES Search your airport to view current TSA checkpoint and security line wait times. Check conditions before leaving home, while traveling to the airport, or when you arrive at the terminal. PLAN WHEN TO LEAVE Airport travel comes with enough uncertainty. TSA Times helps remove one of the biggest unknowns: how long it may take to get through security. Use current checkpoint information to make a more informed decision about when to leave, how much time to allow, and whether you need to move faster than expected. FIND YOUR AIRPORT FAST Quickly search airports across the United States without sorting through crowded websites, long articles, or unrelated travel content. TSA Times is a simple airport utility: open the app, find your airport, check the line, and keep moving. TRAVEL WITH MORE CONFIDENCE Long TSA lines can turn a smooth trip into a stressful race to the gate. Arriving too early can also mean spending hours waiting in the terminal. Use TSA Times to: • Check live TSA checkpoint wait times • Track airport security line conditions • Search major U.S. airports • Estimate how busy security may be • Plan when to leave for the airport • Prepare for crowded travel periods • Reduce uncertainty before your flight • Access helpful airport information quickly BUILT FOR REAL TRAVEL MOMENTS TSA Times helps answer questions such as: • How long is the TSA line right now? • What is the current security wait time at my airport? • Is the airport busy today? • How early should I leave for my flight? • Are TSA checkpoints crowded? • How long will it take to get through airport security? Instead of searching multiple airport websites or interpreting scattered information, TSA Times brings relevant checkpoint details into one focused experience. A SIMPLE TSA LINE TRACKER TSA Times is designed for travelers who want clear information without unnecessary complexity. There are no complicated dashboards or overwhelming planning tools. Simply choose your airport and check the latest available TSA wait-time information. CHECK BEFORE YOU GO The best time to learn that airport security is unusually busy is before you are standing in line. Check TSA Times while packing, before calling a ride, on the way to the airport, or shortly before entering the terminal. A quick look can help you prepare for delays and make a more confident timing decision. AIRPORT SECURITY INFORMATION IN ONE PLACE TSA Times focuses on one of the most important parts of the airport journey: getting through security and reaching your gate. LESS GUESSING. LESS RUSHING. BETTER TRAVEL. You cannot control airport traffic, crowded terminals, or changing security lines. You can be better informed before you arrive. TSA Times gives you a faster, simpler way to check live airport checkpoint wait times and plan around the conditions you may face. Download TSA Times and check the line before you go. Your first airport search is free! Please note: Wait times and airport information may change quickly and are provided for planning purposes only. Always follow official airport, airline, and TSA guidance, and allow enough time for check-in, baggage drop, security screening, and boarding. TSA Times is an independent travel utility and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Transportation Security Administration or any government agency. TERMS & CONDITIONS: https://tsatimes.com/terms

Screenshots

MyTSA3 screens
TSA Live Wait Times3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TSA Live Wait Times at 100% against MyTSA's 29%. TSA Live Wait Times also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). MyTSA's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (32K vs 3). On price, ads, chart position and device support 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. TSA Live Wait Times sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MyTSA asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TSA Live Wait Times holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyTSA has 32K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MyTSA's written reviews are positive against 100% of TSA Live Wait Times's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyTSA ships an update every 3 months, TSA Live Wait Times fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
MyTSA versus TSA Live Wait Times: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyTSATSA Live Wait Times
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (32K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings32K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#151 — better#198
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTransportation Security AdministrationBrian Melendez

Customer experience

MyTSA

All ratings31,689 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive29.5%
Neutral9.3%
Negative61.2%

TSA Live Wait Times

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

MyTSA

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Unable to access certain features
  • Location services issues
  • Compatibility problems on tablets

Requested features

4 requests
  • Live, accurate wait time data
  • Ability to report wait times
  • Terminal-specific wait times
  • More real-time airport status updates

TSA Live Wait Times

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MyTSA

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TSA Live Wait Times

Subscriptions2
  • TSA Times Premium$2.991 Month
  • TSATimes Premium7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is MyTSA free?
MyTSA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TSA Live Wait Times free?
TSA Live Wait Times is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MyTSA or TSA Live Wait Times?
TSA Live Wait Times is rated higher. MyTSA averages 4.6 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while TSA Live Wait Times averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do MyTSA or TSA Live Wait Times have ads?
Neither MyTSA nor TSA Live Wait Times shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyTSA or TSA Live Wait Times?
MyTSA ships an update every 3 months, and TSA Live Wait Times fortnightly. Most recently, MyTSA was updated on October 30, 2026 and TSA Live Wait Times on October 25, 2026.
Which is more popular, MyTSA or TSA Live Wait Times?
MyTSA currently peaks at #151 in the App Store charts, and TSA Live Wait Times at #198. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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