Comparison

MVV vs hvv switch

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

Head to head
About

MVV

Plan your journeys and purchase tickets for public transport across Munich and its surrounding regions. Find the fastest connections, receive real-time updates, and access various mobility services.

Highlights
  • Trip planner
  • Real-time information
  • Live map
  • MVVswipe ticket purchase
  • MobileTickets & Deutschland-Ticket
  • On-Demand-Services booking
  • Additional mobility services integration
Features
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Mobility for Munich and the region - get to your destination easily with the MVV-App The MVV-App is the cost-free and ad-free app for timetable information and public transport tickets in the entire Munich transport network (Münchner VerkehrsVerbund). Whether you use a regional train, suburban train (S-Bahn), underground (U-Bahn), streetcar (Tram), bus, or on-demancd services (RufTaxi, FLEX or FLEXlinie) - with the app you will always find the fastest connection to your destination in Munich and the districts of Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen, Dachau, Ebersberg, Erding, Freising, Fürstenfeldbruck, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Landsberg a.L., Landshut, Miesbach, Munich, Rosenheim, Starnberg, Weilheim-Schongau and in the cities of Landshut and Rosenheim. Thanks to real-time information (forecasts), you are always well informed. You can buy the right ticket directly via smartphone, with MVVswipe conveniently via check-in and check-out, without having to know our tariff details. You’ll also get information about sharing services and can book your MyRadl directly in the app. The MVV-App was the only public transport app to be rated “very good” in a comparison test by the magazine connect (edition 11/2023). FOCUS MONEY has repeatedly listed the MVV-App as the best app in the public transport sector in its satisfaction study (edition 14/2025 and 14/2026). Key functions at a glance: • Trip planner: Our journey planner always finds the fastest connection - conveniently from your location or from and to any address throughout the entire MVV area. Convenient: Our app always shows you the correct tickets for your connection. • Real-time information: Stay informed about punctuality, delays, cancellations, disruption notifications and occupancy forecasts. • Live map: Our map shows you the current position of buses, trains and additional mobility services (scooters, hire bikes, car sharing) for a flexible route planning. • MVVswipe: Buy tickets without knowing the MVV fare? All you have to do is swipe on your smartphone and you'll always get the right ticket at the best price for your connections. • MVV MobileTickets & Deutschland-Ticket: Our MVV-App is the ticket machine for your pocket - with just a few clicks you can purchase the Deutschland-Ticket (Germany-wide local public Transport ticket on subscription) as well as all our MVV-Tickets and the CityTourCard and Munich Card. • Easy payment: Pay for your tickets conveniently with Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPal, SEPA (direct debit procedure within the European Union) or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). • On-Demand-Services: FLEX, FLEXlinie and RufTaxi - with our app you can book all on-demand services integrated into the MVV network. • MyRadl: Use the MVV-App to rent a bike from MyRadl, the bike-sharing system for Munich and the region. Enjoy discounts if you have an MVV season ticket or a Deutschland-Ticket purchased from MVV, S-Bahn or MVG. • Additional mobility services: Bike sharing, car sharing, scooter sharing, ride-sharing and park & ride. • Individual settings: Unlike many other apps, we offer you many options to customise the app to your needs, e.g. avoiding stairs, walking speed, bicycle transport, fare limitations, dark mode and much more. • Find more information at www.mvv.app Please note: Internet access and GPS coverage are required to use all functions. All data and information are subject to change. Feel free to leave a review in the App Store - if you have any questions, problems or suggestions for improvement, please contact MVV's customer service team directly. Our colleagues will be happy to help you and answer your questions individually.

About

hvv switch

This app integrates public transport, car sharing, e-scooters, and ride-sharing services into a single platform. Purchase tickets, plan routes, and book various mobility options with one account for seamless travel.

Highlights
  • Integrated mobility services
  • Deutschlandticket purchase
  • Route planning and timetables
  • Car sharing rentals
  • E-scooter rentals
  • Shuttle booking
  • Multiple payment options
Features
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With the hvv switch App, you can use local public transport, carsharing, e-scooters, bikes and on-demand mobility – all with just 1 account. Choose your perfect connection by bus, train or ferry – including the hvv ticket. For regular journeys in Hamburg and across Germany, the hvv Deutschlandticket as well as the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg are available directly in the app. Alternatively, you can rent a car from Free2move, SIXT share, MILES or Cambio, book a MOIA-shuttle, or explore Hamburg flexibly with a Voi e-scooter or a StadtRAD bike. Highlights of the hvv switch app: • 8 providers, 1 account: local public transport, carsharing, shuttle, e-scooter & bikes • Tickets & subscriptions: buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or any other hvv ticket • Route planning: timetables for bus, train & ferry incl. disruption reports • Reserve & hire cars: Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio • Stay flexible: rent an e-scooter from Voi or a bike from StadtRAD • On-demand shuttle: book a MOIA-shuttle • Pay securely: PayPal, credit card or SEPA Download the hvv switch app now and enjoy full mobility in Hamburg. 8 mobility providers – 1 account Register once, use it all: buy hvv tickets and book Free2move, SIXT share, MILES, Cambio, MOIA-shuttle, Voi & StadtRAD – all with just 1 account. Stay flexible: local public transport, MOIA-shuttle, e-scooter, bike or carsharing – simply use whatever suits your needs. hvv Deutschlandticket With just a few clicks, you can buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg in the app and start your journey straight away. Use local public transport throughout Germany, including regional trains RB/RE. If you live in Hamburg, you only pay for the days you have the ticket in the 1st month. Order a digital ticket & pay conveniently Whether it’s a short journey, single ticket or day ticket – the app automatically suggests the right ticket for your trip. Save 7 % on most tickets when you buy in the app and pay securely via PayPal, SEPA or credit card. Your ticket is available instantly in the app and can also be added to your wallet. Set your most-used ticket as a favourite and access it quickly from the home screen via our widget. You can also easily purchase tickets for accompanying passengers. Timetable information Know your destination but not the route? Then use the hvv route planner for the best connection by bus, train or ferry. Save, share, bookmark your route, check departures, see disruptions as well as real time info on bus and U-Bahn positions, and stay updated via push notifications! Save your favourite destinations and access them directly from the home screen. You can now also check the U-Bahn occupancy in real time. Carsharing with Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio With Free2move, SIXT share and MILES you’ll always find the right car near you. MILES charges by the kilometre, while SIXT share and Free2move charge by the minute. Cambio offers pricing based on time and distance, depending on vehicle type and tariff. Validate your driving licence, make bookings and receive invoices with your hvv switch account. E-scooters by Voi For greater mobility, you can also rent e-scooters from Voi. Our app shows all available scooters nearby, making it easy to find & unlock an e-scooter with ease. Bikes by StadtRAD Hop on and start pedalling with StadtRAD’s extensive bike sharing network. Always stay mobile with over 4,000 bikes and plenty of docking stations. MOIA-shuttle Reach your destination in a convenient way. Share your ride with up to 6 people and save money! Pre-book your trip, hop on the shuttle, and pick up or drop off passengers along the way. Additionally, there are express journeys and a detailed price overview. Your opinion matters Write to us at info@hvv-switch.de

Screenshots

MVV4 screens
hvv switch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MVV at free against hvv switch's free with in-app purchases. MVV also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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

MVV holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 904 and 794 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of MVV's written reviews are positive against 27% of hvv switch's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MVV ships an update every 6 weeks, hvv switch every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MVV versus hvv switch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMVVhvv switch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (904 ratings) — better4.4 (794 ratings)
Positive reviews29.4% of reviews — better27.0% of reviews
Number of ratings904 — better794
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.717.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size264 MB474 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuenchner Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Gesellschaft mit beschraenkter Haftung (MVV)Hamburger Hochbahn AG

Customer experience

MVV

All ratings867 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive29.4%
Neutral8.8%
Negative61.8%

hvv switch

All ratings784 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral7.8%
Negative65.2%

User reviews

MVV

From 904 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for public transport
  • 👍 Useful for navigating Munich

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
  • 👎 Complicated and confusing UI
  • 🤯 Frustrating user experience
  • 💰 Issues with refunds and payments
  • 🇬🇧 Lacking English language support

hvv switch

From 794 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient payment options
  • ⭐ Great service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs with date of birth field
  • 🚫 Unable to use with foreign credit cards
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation and UI
  • 🚫 Limited payment methods
  • 🚫 Doesn't work in certain countries

Bugs and requests

MVV

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Constant crashes and login issues
  • Tickets disappearing from the app
  • Inability to purchase tickets or use existing credits

Requested features

3 requests
  • More route options
  • Easier way to determine ticket zones
  • Support for Apple Pay and other digital wallets

hvv switch

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Date of birth field not working
  • Payment methods not accepted
  • Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • Logging out issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Apple Pay and other payment services
  • Improve navigation with back/home buttons
  • Provide clearer information on ticket types and zones

In-app purchases

None

MVV

No in-app purchases

None

hvv switch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MVV free?
MVV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is hvv switch free?
hvv switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MVV or hvv switch?
MVV is rated higher. MVV averages 4.7 out of 5 from 904 ratings, while hvv switch averages 4.4 from 794 ratings.
Do MVV or hvv switch have ads?
Neither MVV nor hvv switch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MVV or hvv switch?
MVV ships an update every 6 weeks, and hvv switch every 2 months. Most recently, MVV was updated on November 6, 2026 and hvv switch on November 7, 2026.

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