# Shanghai Interactive Metro Map vs Shanghai MRT Map

The clearest difference is rating: Shanghai MRT Map at 5.0 against Shanghai Interactive Metro Map's 4.5. Shanghai MRT Map also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Shanghai Interactive Metro Map's advantage is ratings volume (66 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shanghai Interactive Metro Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Shanghai MRT Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shanghai MRT Map holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shanghai Interactive Metro Map has 66 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shanghai Interactive Metro Map | Shanghai MRT Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shanghai-interactive-metro-map/id482553846/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shanghai-mrt-map/id6575351887/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **66** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 64.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 163 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mapway Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864704781) | [炽金 练](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523269489) |

## What reviewers say

### Shanghai Interactive Metro Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shanghai-interactive-metro-map/id482553846)

Navigate Shanghai's extensive metro system with interactive maps and an offline route planner. Find the quickest way to your destination, get step-by-step directions, and access station information in English and Chinese.

**Highlights:** Interactive metro maps, Offline journey planning, Step-by-step navigation, English and Chinese station names, Save favorite routes, Regular map updates

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $1.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clear and easy interface
- 🗺️ Detailed metro map
- ✅ Route planner functionality
- ✈️ Useful for travelers
- 🇨🇳 Bilingual (English/Chinese)

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏳ Outdated maps/lines
- ❌ Missing new stations/lines
- 🐌 Slow updates
- 🎶 Obnoxious music on startup
- 📉 Older version better

**Reported bugs**

- Loud music on startup
- Contact and support selection does not work
- Station names incorrect (English vs. Chinese)
- App crashes (implied by deletion)

**Requested features**

- Update with new metro lines and stations
- Include first and last train times
- Add train intervals and live times
- Show delays and station closures
- Allow viewing map 'to scale'


### Shanghai MRT Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shanghai-mrt-map/id6575351887)

This app helps you navigate Shanghai's subway system. It provides a detailed map, intelligent route planning with transfer information, and details on station amenities and operating times. Supports multiple languages for easy travel planning.

**Highlights:** Complete subway line map, Multi-language support (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English), Intelligent route planning, Transfer information, Station details, First and last bus times

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shanghai Interactive Metro Map free?

Shanghai Interactive Metro Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shanghai MRT Map free?

Shanghai MRT Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Shanghai Interactive Metro Map or Shanghai MRT Map?

Shanghai MRT Map is rated higher. Shanghai Interactive Metro Map averages 4.5 out of 5 from 66 ratings, while Shanghai MRT Map averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Shanghai Interactive Metro Map or Shanghai MRT Map have ads?

Both Shanghai Interactive Metro Map and Shanghai MRT Map show ads.

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