Comparison

Strul vs Boka resa

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

Head to head
About

Strul

Features
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Master your commute with Strul® – Real-time transit updates Start your day with a clear view of the traffic situation in Stockholm (SL), Gothenburg (Västtrafik), and the Swedish railway network—right from your breakfast table. With Strul®, you get instant access to your favorite lines without unnecessary clicking. Get real-time updates on delays, cancelled departures, moved bus stops, and elevator outages directly from official sources. Whether you are commuting within Södermalm, heading to Arlanda Airport, or traveling across Sweden, Strul provides the facts you need to plan your journey better. A transparent and fast alternative to the standard transit apps. KEY FEATURES: LIVE MAP (SL/Vasttrafik): See exactly where your bus or train is located. Should I run now or can I chill? DEPARTURE TIMES: Real-time departures for every station and stop in the SL and Västtrafik networks. REPORT ISSUES: Be a hero for your fellow commuters. Report disruptions you see so others can avoid the "strul." CUSTOM SETTINGS: Save your most-used lines (e.g., Bus 57 or 602) for instant status updates. COMPREHENSIVE MAPS: Includes Subway (Tunnelbana), Bus, Commuter train (Pendeltåg), and Tram maps for the Stockholm region. AIRPORT UPDATES: Real-time arrivals and departures for Stockholm Arlanda and Stockholm Bromma. WHY CHOOSE STRUL®? SAVE TIME: Avoid waiting in the freezing wind for a bus that isn't coming. RELIABLE DATA: Information is pulled directly from official systems (Trafiklab/SL) and prioritized via strul.info. MULTILINGUAL: Direct translation of traffic info into English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian. FUTURE READY: Prepared for new infrastructure, including the upcoming Yellow Line in Stockholm. Note: Information provided by Strul is indicative. For exact details, please always refer to official SL or Västtrafik channels.

About

Boka resa

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SL Boka resa is SL’s app for flexible bus services. In the app map, you can see the areas where the service operates. The bus does not follow a fixed timetable or route. Instead, routes and departure times are planned based on passengers’ bookings. You travel together with other passengers and use your regular SL ticket – just like on other SL services. When booking your journey, you specify: - Where you want to be picked up and dropped off - Your preferred departure time - The number of passengers - Any additional space you may need, for example for a wheelchair, stroller, or bulky luggage You can choose to travel between regular stops and virtual stops, which are visible on the map. Once your booking is complete, you will find all the details of your journey in the app. You will also receive booking confirmations on your mobile. If you have any questions or need help booking your trip, please contact SL Customer Services on +46 8 600 10 00.

Screenshots

Strul4 screens
Boka resa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Boka resa at none against Strul's shown. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strul ships an update every 3 weeks, Boka resa monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Strul versus Boka resa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrulBoka resa
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB129 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperStefan EngVia Transportation, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Strul

No in-app purchases

None

Boka resa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strul free?
Strul is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Boka resa free?
Boka resa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Strul or Boka resa have ads?
Strul shows ads; Boka resa does not.
Which is updated more often, Strul or Boka resa?
Strul ships an update every 3 weeks, and Boka resa monthly. Most recently, Strul was updated on November 7, 2026 and Boka resa on October 31, 2026.

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