# Singapore Maps vs SMRTConnect

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SMRTConnect at none against Singapore Maps's 2. SMRTConnect also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). Singapore Maps's advantage is review sentiment (35% vs 9%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Singapore Maps sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. SMRTConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.1 for Singapore Maps against 2.2 for SMRTConnect. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 6 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Singapore Maps's written reviews are positive against 9% of SMRTConnect's.

Singapore Maps ships an update every 2 months, SMRTConnect every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Singapore Maps | SMRTConnect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.1 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singapore-maps/id388128906/reviews) | **[2.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smrtconnect/id481605674/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **34.9% of reviews** | 9.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 102 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Streetdirectory Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/386969688) | [SMRT Corporation Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/441897632) |

## What reviewers say

### Singapore Maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singapore-maps/id388128906)

Navigate Singapore with detailed, up-to-date maps and real-time transit information. Access offline maps, building directories, and business listings. Get directions for car, taxi, bus, and MRT, with traffic and ERP pricing.

**Highlights:** Hi-Res 2024 Singapore maps, Free Offline Maps, Real-time bus timing, Directions by Car, Taxi, Bus & MRT, Traffic and ERP pricing, Building Directory, Business directory listing

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Points Pack | $0.49 | one-time |
| Large Points Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Detailed maps
- 👍 Useful for Singapore navigation
- 👍 Good for public transport info
- 👍 Free to use
- 👍 Offline map download option

**What reviewers complain about**

-  anúncios Intrusive ads
- ⏳ Long loading times
- 🗺️ Outdated maps
- 📉 Reset earned rewards
- 📱 Incompatible with some devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening
- App crashes when showing direction
- App crashes after update
- Ads cannot be dismissed
- Rewards reset after time

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads
- Premium version with no ads
- Fix outdated maps
- Restore bus info functionality
- Update ERP rates


### SMRTConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smrtconnect/id481605674)

Access real-time transport information for trains and buses in Singapore. Plan multi-modal journeys, view arrival times, and find station details. Includes lift availability and taxi booking links.

**Highlights:** Multi-modal journey planning, Real-time train and bus arrivals, Lift availability information, Station exit panoramic views, Save favorite places and routes, Train frequency indicator

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Singapore Maps free?

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

### Is SMRTConnect free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Singapore Maps or SMRTConnect?

SMRTConnect is rated higher. Singapore Maps averages 2.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SMRTConnect averages 2.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Singapore Maps or SMRTConnect have ads?

Singapore Maps shows ads; SMRTConnect does not.

### Which is updated more often, Singapore Maps or SMRTConnect?

Singapore Maps ships an update every 2 months, and SMRTConnect every 4 months. Most recently, Singapore Maps was updated on October 23, 2026 and SMRTConnect on October 24, 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.*