Actionfigure vs MBTA Go
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Actionfigure
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Actionfigure® helps you get where you need to go and is exclusively available to residences, workplaces, residences, arenas, and venues that subscribe to it. Do you have a code? You’re in! Do you really know all your transportation options to get you to where you want to go? Don’t download and check multiple apps because Actionfigure gathers everything together in one easy to use app. You’ll also benefit from knowing where your next bus, train, bike, or shuttle is in real-time. To use Actionfigure, simply enter your five-digit code into the app to unlock. This code will also unlock your applicable private transportation choices, such as shuttles, if enabled. Actionfigure is the leading global provider of transportation intelligence solutions, unlocking the value of location and enabling people to make great transportation choices. Actionfigure works with workplaces, owners, operators of commercial and multifamily real estate, retail, arenas and venues to provide live transportation intelligence. Our products include industry-pioneering screens, applications, and custom integrations. Actionfigure’s platform curates thousands of data feeds to provide accurate, real-time information about public, private, and shared transportation options. Our proprietary trip planning solutions provide best-fit transportation and multimodal trip recommendations, and our software provides unique, actionable insights on transportation and real estate. Actionfigure unlocks the value of location in ways not available anywhere else.
MBTA Go
Get real-time public transit information for the Greater Boston area. Track buses and trains, view live arrival times, and stay updated on route closures and alerts. This app also offers accessibility features for all riders.
- Live arrival times
- Vehicle tracking on map
- Closure alerts and maps
- Feedback submission
- Accessibility features
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MBTA Go is the official app for live, public transit information in the Greater Boston area. Check live arrival times, track your vehicle, and learn about the latest closures. App features: • Check live arrival times: Get the latest estimates of when your bus or train will get to you. • Track your vehicle: Check how many stops away your bus or train is, and see live vehicle locations on the map. • Learn about the latest closures: Find out if your there is a closure on your route with clear alerts and maps. • Share feedback: Provide feedback to help us resolve issues, make improvements, and prioritize what we work on next. We want to make MBTA Go accessible to all riders who have a smartphone. The app supports language translations and the following mobile accessibility features: • VoiceOver for riders who are blind or have low-vision • Switch and Voice Control for riders with mobility impairments If you have questions about MBTA Go, email us at apphelp@mbta.com.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MBTA Go at fortnightly against Actionfigure's every 6 months. MBTA Go also leads on chart position (#42 vs unranked). Actionfigure's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.
Actionfigure ships an update every 6 months, MBTA Go fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Actionfigure | MBTA Go |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.1 (152 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 61.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 152 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #42 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 87 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TransitScreen, Inc. | Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority |
Bugs and requests
Actionfigure
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MBTA Go
Reported bugs
2 issues- App crashes or fails to load at times
- Discrepancies between app data and actual transit times
Requested features
3 requests- Integrate with bike-sharing services
- Add ability to purchase tickets/passes through the app
- Improve trip planning functionality
In-app purchases
Actionfigure
No in-app purchases
MBTA Go
No in-app purchases







