LUAS Realtime vs BURKESBUS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LUAS Realtime
Get real-time tram arrival information for all red and green line stations. Save your favorite stops for quick access to up-to-the-minute expected arrival times, ensuring you're always on time.
- Real-time arrival times
- All red and green line stations
- Inbound and outbound tram predictions
- Save favorite stops
- User-friendly design
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This new and improved LUAS app is better than ever. It has never been quicker or easier to get the next LUAS times! Features: * Simple and easy user-friendly design. * Arrival times for all red and green line stations available. * Up to the minute expected arrival times for inbound and outbound trams. * Save favourite stops for quick access The application updates your arrival times on request to keep you up-to-date and on-time. With this application you’ll never find yourself out in the cold shivering after just missing the last one again! Save yourself time, effort and frustration! Disclaimer: Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information available in this application is for guidance only. The application developer is not responsible for any information that is not correct. The application developer shall not be liable for any loss or damage that may arise from the use or misuse of any information contained in this application.
BURKESBUS
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Travel with ease and convenience on Burkes Bus, your one-stop solution for bus travel in County Galway, Ireland. With direct routes from Galway to Tuam and Galway to Ballinrobe, getting around has never been easier. The Burkes Bus app allows you to view all bus schedules and stops along the way, so you can plan your journey with confidence. Book your tickets with just a few taps, and say goodbye to the hassle of manual ticket purchases and waiting in line. Download the app today and enjoy a stress-free and seamless travel experience
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BURKESBUS at every 2 months against LUAS Realtime's every 24 months. BURKESBUS also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
LUAS Realtime ships an update every 24 months, BURKESBUS every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LUAS Realtime | BURKESBUS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | BAM! Software | Unbound Technology Limited |
In-app purchases
LUAS Realtime
No in-app purchases
BURKESBUS
No in-app purchases
