ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) vs ShinkansenView
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)
Register your Smart Pass ID and use the airport with facial recognition. Once registered with your passport and face, it's usable for 5 years with robust security features. Supports mobile and paper boarding passes, with upcoming reservation services.
- Facial recognition airport access
- 5-year registration validity
- Passport and face registration
- Secure authentication (anti-forgery, liveness)
- Mobile and paper boarding pass support
- Upcoming reservation services
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- 스마트패스ID를 등록하고 얼굴로 인천공항을 이용. - 여권과 얼굴로 한번만 등록하면 5년간 이용가능 - 다양한 보안장치로 안전하게 이용(여권위변조방지, 라이브니스 등) - 모바일탑승권, 종이탑승권 등록 가능 - 다양한 예약서비스로 편리하게 이용 (단계별 오픈) - NFC 리더기가 있는 아이폰만 사용가능
ShinkansenView
Visualize Shinkansen train locations across Japan on a map in near real-time. Access detailed train information, view timetables, and filter routes. Supports multiple languages and allows for time simulation.
- Near real-time map display
- Detailed train information
- Real-time timetable view
- Multilingual support
- Route filtering
- Time simulation
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Know the "now" of the Shinkansen on a map! ShinkansenView displays approximate train positions based on standard timetables. Tap a train to see its timetable. Perfect for travelers and railway fans! [Main Features] - Near real-time map display: Check Shinkansen trains across Japan in near real time, color-coded by type. - Detailed train info: Tap an icon for train name, number, current status, next station, etc. - Real-time timetable: View all stops and scheduled times to see where the train is running or stopping now. - Multilingual support: Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, with easy in-app switching. - Route filter: Choose lines like Tokaido, Sanyo, Tohoku, Hokuriku, etc. - Customizable time: Set any date/time to simulate past or future operations. - Easy operation: Intuitive interface; search trains from a list and see their location on the map instantly. [Recommended For] - Shinkansen trip or business travel planners - Railway fans wanting more than basic transfer info - Overseas visitors curious about Japan’s rail system - Families who want to enjoy Shinkansen with kids Experience a more convenient, more exciting Shinkansen journey with ShinkansenView! Download now and feel the dynamism of Japan’s main artery! *Note: Position/timetable data is calculated from public timetables and may differ from actual operation. Delay info not supported.*
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShinkansenView at 100% against ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)'s 12%. ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) ships an update every 6 weeks, ShinkansenView monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) | ShinkansenView |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.5 (159 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 159 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.7 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 209 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 인천국제공항공사 | YUUSUKE HARASAWA |
Customer experience
ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)
ShinkansenView
Bugs and requests
ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)
Reported bugs
3 issues- Passport chip scanning not working
- Boarding pass QR code not recognized
- Registration and verification process issues
Requested features
3 requests- Manual passport information entry option
- Better instructions and guidance for users
- Support for more passport types and boarding pass formats
ShinkansenView
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스)
No in-app purchases
ShinkansenView
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) free?
Is ShinkansenView free?
Do ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) or ShinkansenView have ads?
Which is updated more often, ICN SMARTPASS (인천공항 스마트패스) or ShinkansenView?
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