# Train Delay NYC vs NYC Proximity

The clearest difference is rating: NYC Proximity at 4.8 against Train Delay NYC's 3.2. NYC Proximity also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). Train Delay NYC's advantage is ratings volume (193 vs 5). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Train Delay NYC sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. NYC Proximity asks for nothing beyond the download.

NYC Proximity holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Train Delay NYC has 193 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Train Delay NYC's written reviews are positive against 100% of NYC Proximity's.

Train Delay NYC ships an update every 3 months, NYC Proximity every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Train Delay NYC | NYC Proximity |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (193 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-delay-nyc/id384027573/reviews) | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyc-proximity/id6463744023/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **193** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 10 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scott Bossak](https://appshunter.io/developer/373073031) | [Jason Huang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704879454) |

## What reviewers say

### Train Delay NYC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/train-delay-nyc/id384027573)

Get real-time delay information for NYC subways, Long Island Rail, Metro North, and NYC buses. See countdown clocks for specific lines and locate nearby stations with official MTA maps. Quickly access detailed service status for your commute.

**Highlights:** Real-time delay information, Countdown clocks for select lines, Status for all NYC transit, Nearby subway station finder, Official MTA maps

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Long Island Rail | $0.99 | one-time |
| Metro North | $0.99 | one-time |
| NYC Bus | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| LIRR, MNR & Bus | $2.99 | one-time |


### NYC Proximity

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyc-proximity/id6463744023)

Get real-time MTA subway arrival predictions as you approach stations. Discover nearby stations and make informed decisions about your commute, saving you time in New York City.

**Highlights:** Real-time subway arrival information, Up-to-the-second predictions, Discover nearby subway stations, Stations listed by distance, Upcoming train arrivals displayed

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Train Delay NYC free?

Train Delay NYC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NYC Proximity free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Train Delay NYC or NYC Proximity?

NYC Proximity is rated higher. Train Delay NYC averages 3.2 out of 5 from 193 ratings, while NYC Proximity averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do Train Delay NYC or NYC Proximity have ads?

Train Delay NYC shows ads; NYC Proximity does not.

### Which is updated more often, Train Delay NYC or NYC Proximity?

Train Delay NYC ships an update every 3 months, and NYC Proximity every 9 days. Most recently, Train Delay NYC was updated on October 14, 2026 and NYC Proximity on October 11, 2026.

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