Comparison

Bus & Tram vs Triparific

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

Head to head
About

Bus & Tram

Plan your bus and tram journeys in Edinburgh and the Lothians with real-time arrival information. Purchase mobile tickets directly within the app and receive live updates on delays and diversions.

Highlights
  • Journey planning with interactive map
  • Real-time bus and tram arrival times
  • Mobile ticket purchasing
  • Live travel and service updates
  • Customizable route suggestions
  • Service notifications
Features
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The new Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams app has everything you need to seamlessly travel on buses and trams in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians. Journey Planning Planning your journey around Edinburgh has never been easier. You can view your location on the interactive map and plan a route to your desired location. You can tailor the results to your travel preferences and we'll show you the most practical routes to get you where you need to be. Real-time Information Stay up to date with all the latest information regarding bus and tram arrival and departure times. The interactive map shows every bus and tram stop around you with subsequent real-time information about services at the selected location. Mobile Ticketing Passengers can now purchase a number of ticket types all on the one app. The app will learn ticket purchase behaviour and can present suggestions for frequently purchased tickets. Make use of our handy filters and find the tickets you need whether you're travelling across the region, in the city or to the Airport. Travel and Service Information The new and updated app can give you live updates about travel and service information, such as delays and diversions. If a stop is selected on the app, passengers will get the most up to date service information regarding the routes that serve the selected stop. Passengers have the opportunity to turn on notifications to get the latest service information straight to their smartphone.

About

Triparific

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Discover the World with Triparific: Your Ultimate Travel Companion Unleash your wanderlust with Triparific, the travel app designed to turn your adventures into lasting memories. From logging your journeys to sharing your stories, Triparific is the perfect travel companion for modern explorers. Here’s why travellers around the globe love it: Virtual Passport Stamps Celebrate every journey with unique virtual stamps for each country you visit. Watch your Triparific passport come to life as you explore the world, turning your travels into a collection of meaningful milestones. Effortless Geo-Location Check-Ins Mark your presence anywhere on the globe with a single tap. Whether you're hiking remote trails or wandering city streets, Triparific ensures your adventures are always documented. Photo-Based Retrospective Check-Ins Missed a moment? No problem. Use your travel photos to create retrospective check-ins with precise location details, keeping your travel log complete and accurate. Your Personal Travel Diary Capture the heart of your adventures with diary entries that blend words and photos. Reflect on your experiences and turn fleeting moments into lasting memories. Shareable Custom Postcards Transform your favorite photos and memories into personalized postcards. Share them with friends and family to spread the joy of your travels. Travel Awards and Badges Earn badges and awards as you achieve travel milestones. From visiting your first continent to uncovering hidden gems, Triparific makes every achievement extra special. Relive and Share Your Adventures Revisit your journeys anytime, and share your stories with family and friends. Every trip becomes an opportunity to relive the magic. Global Feed and Personalised Goals Connect with a community of explorers, share your adventures on the global feed, and draw inspiration for your own bucket list. Set ambitious travel goals and celebrate as you achieve them. Discover Nearby Attractions Explore like a local with Triparific’s tailored suggestions. From iconic landmarks to hidden treasures, find the best attractions that suit your style. Terms Of Use: Apply Apple’s standard end user license agreement (EULA) to all countries or regions. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bus & Tram4 screens
Triparific4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bus & Tram at none against Triparific's 1. Triparific's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Triparific sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Bus & Tram asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bus & Tram ships an update monthly, Triparific every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bus & Tram versus Triparific: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBus & TramTriparific
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (235 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews15.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings235 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB323 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLothian Buses plcChristopher Gladstone

Bugs and requests

Bus & Tram

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App refreshes when switching away
  • Address search returns irrelevant results

Requested features

4 requests
  • Bring back 'take me home' button
  • Allow saving of favorite stops without login
  • Integrate live departure times with route planning
  • Improve map view to show bus locations

Triparific

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Bus & Tram

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Triparific

Subscriptions1
  • Triparific Premium$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Bus & Tram free?
Bus & Tram is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Triparific free?
Triparific is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bus & Tram or Triparific have ads?
Neither Bus & Tram nor Triparific shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bus & Tram or Triparific?
Bus & Tram ships an update monthly, and Triparific every 4 days. Most recently, Bus & Tram was updated on November 3, 2026 and Triparific on November 4, 2026.

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