MVV vs MVGO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Trip planner
- Real-time information
- Live map
- MVVswipe ticket purchase
- MobileTickets & Deutschland-Ticket
- On-Demand-Services booking
- Additional mobility services integration
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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.
MVGO
This app integrates public transport information for Munich and the MVV area with sharing services. It provides real-time departure times, route planning, and disruption alerts for buses, trains, and trams. Users can also find and book various sharing options like bikes, e-scooters, and cars, all within a single application.
- Real-time departure monitor with disruption alerts
- Route planner for public transport and regional travel
- Mobile ticketing for Deutschlandticket and MVV subscriptions
- Map view of sharing offers (bikes, e-scooters, cars)
- Booking for bike, e-scooter, and car sharing
- EV charging station locator
- Station maps with lift and escalator status
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MVGO is the official mobility app of MVG, used by over 1 million people in Munich and the MVV region. It combines MVV tickets and subscriptions such as the Deutschlandticket, journey planning, real-time service updates, and sharing services from Voi, Dott, and MyRadl — all in one app. Register once and access everything directly in MVGO. Public transport & sharing in one app MVGO seamlessly connects public transport and sharing services. Find scooters and e-bikes from Voi and Dott, as well as bikes from MyRadl, directly on the map or in the route planner. Rent instantly via MVGO — no additional apps required, just your M-Login. MyRadl – Free minutes with your Deutschlandticket With the Deutschlandticket or other selected MVV subscriptions, you benefit from 30 free minutes per ride on a MyRadl Classic bike. Simply add your subscription in your MVGO profile under “Sharing benefits” and save automatically on every ride – flexible and affordable Munich and the surrounding MVV region. MVVswipe, Deutschlandticket & MVV subscriptions Whether it’s MVVswipe, the Deutschlandticket, or other MVV subscriptions – you’ll find the right ticket in the MVGO app. No paper tickets, no queues – everything from booking to validation happens digitally. Live Mode for stress-free travel Stay on track with real-time departure updates, transfer forecasts, and alternative routes. Track your MVG bus or tram live on the map and adjust your walking speed accordingly. The location indicator helps you know exactly when to get off – even underground. Trusted in Munich With over 2 million downloads and 17,000+ reviews, MVGO is one of the most widely used mobility apps in the region. Join now and use the official MVG app for tickets, sharing, and real-time travel information. Download MVGO now and explore Munich! Notes (1) Mobile tickets are valid throughout the entire MVV network. (2) No guarantee can be given for the accuracy or completeness of information.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: MVV at free against MVGO's free with in-app purchases. MVGO's advantage is chart position (#153 vs unranked) and review sentiment (40% vs 29%). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MVV against 4.7 for MVGO. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 844 and 1.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 29% of MVV's written reviews are positive against 40% of MVGO's.
MVV ships an update every 6 weeks, MVGO every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MVV | MVGO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (844 ratings) | 4.7 (1.7K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 28.7% of reviews | 39.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 844 | 1.7K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #153 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.7 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 264 MB | 109 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Muenchner Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Gesellschaft mit beschraenkter Haftung (MVV) | SWM Services GmbH |
Customer experience
MVV
MVGO
User reviews
MVV
From 844 App Store ratingsWhat 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
MVGO
From 1.7K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient for tourists
- 👍 Useful for planning trips
- 👍 Good for bike rentals
Room to improve
- 🐛 Unreliable ticket purchasing
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking
- 💰 Unexpected charges and billing issues
- 👎 Not user-friendly for regular commuters
- 👎 Difficult to use for bike rentals
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
MVGO
Reported bugs
4 issues- Ticket not loading in app after purchase
- Issues with bike unlocking and locking
- Login screen not working
- App crashing on older devices
Requested features
5 requests- Support for Apple Pay
- Improved ticket purchasing flow
- Better integration with transit schedules
- More intuitive bike rental process
- Ability to view past charges
In-app purchases
MVV
No in-app purchases
MVGO
No in-app purchases






