NYC Proximity vs Choo Pass
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
Choo Pass
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Know before you go. Choo Pass tracks train crossings in real time using crowdsourced reports from drivers like you. See if a train is blocking your crossing, report one when you're there, and check predictions based on historical patterns. Features: • Real-time train crossing status from nearby drivers • Report trains with one tap when you're at a crossing • Precise location verification keeps reports accurate Choo Pass+ • Predictive insights — see crossing patterns hours in advance • Save your daily crossings for quick access • All report history for crossings Choo Pass+ ($4/mo) unlocks predictions hours in advance, full crossing report history, and unlimited saved crossings. 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime. Terms of Use: https://choopass.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://choopass.com/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NYC Proximity at none against Choo Pass's 1. NYC Proximity also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, ads 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. Choo Pass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.00 per month. NYC Proximity asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | NYC Proximity | Choo Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jason Huang | North Beam, LLC |
In-app purchases
NYC Proximity
No in-app purchases
Choo Pass
- Choo Pass+7 Days trial$4.001 Month
Questions
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