Comparison

NYC Proximity vs NextArrival NYC

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

Head to head
About

NYC Proximity

Get real-time MTA subway arrival predictions as you approach stations. Discover nearby stations and make informed decisions about your commute, saving you time in New York City.

Highlights
  • Real-time subway arrival information
  • Up-to-the-second predictions
  • Discover nearby subway stations
  • Stations listed by distance
  • Upcoming train arrivals displayed
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Introducing NYC Proximity – Your Real-Time Subway Companion for New York City MTA. Ever found yourself arriving at the subway platform just as the train whizzes by? You could have saved time by walking faster, but now you're left waiting. Why spend precious minutes in a crowded subway station when you could be exploring the city above? Download NYC Proximity today and say goodbye to wasted time. • Receive real-time subway arrival information as you approach your favorite stations. • Access up-to-the-second predictions, ensuring you're always informed whether to hurry or take a leisurely moment for yourself, maybe with a quick coffee. • Discover nearby subway stations when you're in a new neighborhood. Stations are listed by distance, displaying upcoming train arrivals, and empowering you to make the smartest choice. Note: Continuous use of GPS in the background may significantly reduce battery life. NYC Proximity is an independent application and is not affiliated with NYC MTA.

About

NextArrival NYC

Get real-time NYC subway arrival times and service alerts instantly. This app automatically finds nearby stations and allows easy searching for specific locations, offering a simple and fast way to stay informed about your commute.

Highlights
  • Real-time arrival times
  • Live service alerts
  • Nearby station detection
  • Station search functionality
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Fast access to subway info
Features
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NextArrival NYC is the fastest and simplest way to check NYC subway times and service alerts. No navigation, no fuss—just the info you need, when you need it. Key Features: • Real-Time Arrival: View the next arrival times for your station instantly. • Service Alerts: Stay updated with live delays and disruptions. • Nearby Stations: Automatically find the closest subway station. • Station Search: Easily search for specific subway stations. • User-Friendly: Intuitive design for a seamless experience. Why NextArrival NYC? • Simplicity: No need to set destinations—just open the app for info. • Speed: Quickly access essential subway details. • Reliability: Accurate, real-time data for informed decisions. • Efficiency: Save time and reduce stress with precise arrival info.

Screenshots

NYC Proximity4 screens
NextArrival NYC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NYC Proximity at every 9 days against NextArrival NYC's every 11 months. NextArrival NYC's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NextArrival NYC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 6 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NYC Proximity ships an update every 9 days, NextArrival NYC every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NYC Proximity versus NextArrival NYC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNYC ProximityNextArrival NYC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJason HuangRichard Hunter Howell

Customer experience

NYC Proximity

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NextArrival NYC

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

NYC Proximity

No in-app purchases

None

NextArrival NYC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NYC Proximity free?
NYC Proximity is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NextArrival NYC free?
NextArrival NYC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NYC Proximity or NextArrival NYC?
NextArrival NYC is rated higher. NYC Proximity averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while NextArrival NYC averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do NYC Proximity or NextArrival NYC have ads?
Neither NYC Proximity nor NextArrival NYC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NYC Proximity or NextArrival NYC?
NYC Proximity ships an update every 9 days, and NextArrival NYC every 11 months. Most recently, NYC Proximity was updated on September 9, 2026 and NextArrival NYC on June 7, 2026.

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