# Transit Stop vs Moovit

The clearest difference is update cadence: Moovit at weekly against Transit Stop's every 3 months. Moovit also leads on chart position (#25 vs #129). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Transit Stop sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Moovit sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Transit Stop against 4.6 for Moovit. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32K and 60K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of Transit Stop's written reviews are positive against 56% of Moovit's.

Transit Stop ships an update every 3 months, Moovit weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Transit Stop | Moovit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transit-stop-cta-tracker/id414569920/reviews) | [4.6 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moovit-bus-and-transit-tracker/id498477945/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 32K | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | 51.8% of reviews | **55.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #129 | **#25** |
| Size | 41 MB | 328 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kramer Concepts, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/401439615) | [Moovit App Global LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/498477948) |

## What reviewers say

### Transit Stop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transit-stop-cta-tracker/id414569920)

**Currently charting:** #129 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Get real-time Chicago bus and train arrival estimates for your favorite CTA stops. Track vehicle locations on a map, save frequent stops, and view service alerts. Integrates with Apple Watch for quick access.

**Highlights:** Real-time arrival estimates, Apple Watch integration, Location map view, Individual vehicle tracking, Save favorite stops, View multiple routes, CTA service alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate for trains and buses
- 🚀 99% accuracy on time rate
- 👍 Intuitive UI
- 👍 Excellent paired with Apple Watch
- 👍 Favorite transit app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate arrival times
- 🐛 Crashes on iPad
- 🐛 Turns off audio when app is open
- 🐛 Unreliable, with ghost buses and delayed updates
- 👎 Poor user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after updates
- Stops not recognized when searching
- Inconsistent accuracy, especially for certain routes

**Requested features**

- Ability to set favorite routes, not just stops
- Geolocation to automatically show nearest stops
- Ability to change names of saved stops
- Nearby stops button
- Default stop when opening the app


### Moovit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moovit-bus-and-transit-tracker/id498477945)

**Currently charting:** #25 Top Free · Navigation, #30 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Navigate urban transit with real-time arrivals, live directions, and instant alerts for buses, trains, and more. Plan your trips with confidence, pay fares digitally, and discover bike-friendly routes. Access offline maps and community insights for seamless city travel.

**Highlights:** Real-time arrival information, Step-by-step live navigation, Digital ticket payments, Service disruption alerts, Augmented reality stop finder, Offline transit maps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $0.99 | per month |
| 3 month plan | $2.29 | per 3 months |
| Monthly plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly plan | $3.39 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| 12 month plan | $5.99 | per year |
| 6 month plan | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $8.99 | per year |
| 12 month plan | $9.99 | per year |
| Moovit+ 6M Plan | $11.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $13.49 | per year |
| 6 month plan | $13.49 | per 6 months |
| 12 month plan | $17.99 | per year |
| 12 month plan | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate and reliable
- 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of public transit options
- 📍 Precise location tracking and navigation
- ⏰ Live arrival and departure updates
- 🔔 Stop notifications to avoid missing your stop

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads
- ⚠️ Inaccurate or unreliable route/schedule information
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🕰️ Slow performance and long loading times
- 🤔 Confusing user interface and navigation

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Incorrect route and schedule information
- GPS tracking issues and inaccurate location data
- Unreliable notifications and alerts

**Requested features**

- Offline maps and route planning
- Customizable trip planning options
- Improved real-time updates and alerts
- Integration with other transportation services
- Subscription model with no ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Transit Stop free?

Transit Stop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Moovit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Transit Stop or Moovit?

Transit Stop and Moovit are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 32K and 60K ratings respectively.

### Do Transit Stop or Moovit have ads?

Both Transit Stop and Moovit show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Transit Stop or Moovit?

Transit Stop ships an update every 3 months, and Moovit weekly. Most recently, Transit Stop was updated on September 25, 2026 and Moovit on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Transit Stop or Moovit?

Transit Stop currently peaks at #129 in the App Store charts, and Moovit at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*