Comparison

Luas vs Dublin Discovery Trails

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

Head to head
About

Luas

Get real-time tram arrival information and live service updates for Dublin's Luas tram network. Easily find your nearest stop, check operating hours, and report anti-social behavior.

Highlights
  • Real-time tram arrival forecasts
  • Live travel updates
  • Nearest stop identification
  • Operating hours information
  • Report anti-social behavior
Features
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This is the Official App of the Luas, Dublin's Tram network, providing all you need to make full use of the Luas including: * Real-time forecasts of tram arrivals at each stop. * Live travel updates regarding the Luas service. * Identify your nearest Stop and get directions to it. * Check operating hours. * Facility to report anti-social behaviour. The Luas is Dublin's tram network, operated by Transdev on behalf of Transport Infrastructure Ireland. This App has been developed by Dovetail Technologies on behalf of TII. It collects anonymous usage statistics in order to help us improve the service we offer.

About

Dublin Discovery Trails

Explore Dublin's rich culture, heritage, and history through themed, GPS-enabled walking trails. Discover compelling stories, visit loved sites, and uncover hidden wonders with immersive AR experiences.

Highlights
  • GPS-enabled walking trails
  • Themed discovery journeys
  • Augmented Reality portals
  • Historical scene immersion
  • Virtual historical characters
  • Multiple route options
Features
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There’s so much to see and do in Dublin; the vibrant capital city bursting with surprising experiences, where city living thrives side by side with the natural outdoors. Dublin Discovery Trails is here to guide you on a journey of discovery to some of the regions most loved sites and attractions, enabling you to uncover compelling stories of Dublin’s culture, heritage and history via themed GPS-enabled walking trails. NEW TRAILS:- Rathfarnham Heritage Trail, Clondalkin Heritage Trail, Tallaght Heritage Trail, Dun Leoghaire - Ansio (Art Trail), Dun Leoghaire Harbour Heritage Trail, Malahide Heritage Trail Active Cities Trails. DOORS INTO DOCKLANDS TRAIL The first trail available for you to explore is ‘Doors Into Docklands’; an engaging and exciting way to explore the City’s Docklands area, find out more about Dublin’s maritime history, visit famous landmarks and heritage sites, uncover hidden wonders, and experience impressive virtual content. You’ll discover: - Impressive 3D Augmented Reality portals that transport you back in time, immersing you in historical scenes and shocking events from the Docklands’ past - The Famine Memorial as never seen before; brought to life in thought-provoking AR - Stunning 2D animations showcasing some of Dublin Docklands incredible feats of engineering - Live actor Augmented Reality characters based on real historical Dubliners, telling fascinating stories of what it was like to live and work at the Docklands throughout history The ‘Doors Into Docklands’ trail has three options to explore; the main route (3.75km), an extended route (4.75km) and an accessible extended route (5km). In Dublin, every street tells a story. Poets, playwrights, authors and balladeers have drawn endless inspiration from our capital’s streets, stories and characters - whether entranced by the Grand Canal’s tranquillity, or energised by tall tales told in city pubs; wordsmiths have always penned poems, ballads and novels about Dublin. What will your Dublin story be? Take inspiration from the City that’s never lost for words and discover the unique places and friendly faces- past and present- that have made the Docklands a lively hub of activity and industry through the centuries. BALBRIGGAN HERITAGE TRAIL Use the GPS-enabled map to explore the town trail and discover more about Balbriggan’s industrial past; uncovering hidden stories of the fascinating people, places and events that shaped this unique coastal town through the centuries. CASTLEKNOCK TRAIL Explore the fascinating heritage of this leafy corner of Dublin West with Phoenix Park on its doorstep. This Dublin suburb beautifully blends the old with the new and up until the 1960s was almost entirely rural. William Wordsworth, who visited the area in 1929, said that Castleknock “possesses a melancholy as well as a wildness peculiarly striking.” It also boasts some of the best sporting traditions and facilities in Fingal, including the largest tennis court in Ireland, and St. Brigid’s GAA Club, one of the largest clubs in the country. Castleknock and Luttrellstown Golf Clubs are also in the area, along with Coolmine Rugby Club. This heritage trail will take you on a journey through the rich history and stunning natural beauty of Castleknock and its surroundings. Enjoy! So go on, download the Dublin Discovery Trails app today and discover the stories, people and events that shaped this unique city. DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: If your device is compatible yet you are still experiencing issues, please contact apps@peelinteractive.co.uk. If your device is incompatible, you may wish to contact the manufacturer for further information.

Screenshots

Luas4 screens
Dublin Discovery Trails4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Dublin Discovery Trails at 5.0 against Luas's 2.0. Dublin Discovery Trails also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 26 months). Luas's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Dublin Discovery Trails holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Luas ships an update every 26 months, Dublin Discovery Trails monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Luas versus Dublin Discovery Trails: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLuasDublin Discovery Trails
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 26 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB118 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDovetail Technologies LtdPEEL Interactive

Customer experience

Luas

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Dublin Discovery Trails

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Luas

No in-app purchases

None

Dublin Discovery Trails

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Luas free?
Luas is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dublin Discovery Trails free?
Dublin Discovery Trails is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Luas or Dublin Discovery Trails?
Dublin Discovery Trails is rated higher. Luas averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Dublin Discovery Trails averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Luas or Dublin Discovery Trails have ads?
Neither Luas nor Dublin Discovery Trails shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Luas or Dublin Discovery Trails?
Luas ships an update every 26 months, and Dublin Discovery Trails monthly. Most recently, Luas was updated on November 1, 2026 and Dublin Discovery Trails on November 3, 2026.

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