YRT On vs Cobourg Transit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
YRT On
Book on-demand ridesharing trips within York Region, connecting you to transit stops or designated locations. This smart, affordable, and eco-friendly service offers convenient curb-side pick-ups and drop-offs, integrating with popular payment methods.
- On-demand ridesharing
- Book rides via app
- Curb-side pick-up
- Connects to YRT bus stops
- Affordable fares with PRESTO/YRT Pay
- Sustainable transit option
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YRT On-Request is a reimagined way to get around York Region — a ridesharing service that’s smart, easy, affordable, and green. You can book a ride between your home and the closest YRT bus stop or preselected location in your service area. With a few taps, book an On-Request ride in the app and our technology will pair you with the closest vehicle to bring you to your location. How it works: - Book a ride on your phone - Get picked up at your curb - Save money by paying with PRESTO, YRT Pay App or Transit App - Get dropped off at your chosen location within the service area or the closest bus stop where you can use your two-hour transfer on other YRT routes What we’re about: CONVENIENCE Don’t live close to a transit stop? No problem. We can pick you up and get you connected to local transit in your area, all in one fare. AFFORDABLE. Discounted YRT fares are offered through the PRESTO card, YRT Pay App or Transit App. You can use your transfer on any YRT route for two hours. SUSTAINABLE. Public transit reduces the number of vehicles on the roads, bringing down congestion and CO2 emissions. With a few taps, you get to do your part to make your community a little bit greener and cleaner, every time you ride. Questions? Reach out at mobilityonrequest@york.ca
Cobourg Transit
This app provides on-demand and fixed-route bus services for local travel. It offers accessible transportation options, including specialized services for eligible riders. Plan your trips with real-time bus information and fare details.
- On-demand bus service
- Fixed-route bus service
- Specialized transit for eligible riders
- Service hours and stop information
- Fare details and pass information
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Cobourg Transit is a fully accessible service that has three (3) buses operating On Demand Commingled services as well as one (1) bus running fixed route service. Cobourg Transit also offers specialized service origin to destination service called WHEELS for eligible riders who cannot use conventional transit, applications are available on the Town's website. On Demand service hours are: Monday to Friday 6:15am to 9:00pm, Saturday 8:15am to 6:45pm and Sunday 8:45am to 3:45pm. Limited Fixed Route service includes 35 stops and will operate for a one (1) year trial period commencing on September 3, 2024 offering service Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Single Cash Fare: $2.50 for both On-Demand and Fixed Route services; monthly passes are available on the Town's website or at Victoria Hall, 55 King St W., Cobourg.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cobourg Transit at 67% against YRT On's 16%. Cobourg Transit also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
YRT On ships an update every 6 weeks, Cobourg Transit monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | YRT On | Cobourg Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (13 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.0% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 134 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Via Transportation, Inc. | RideCo Inc. |
Customer experience
YRT On
Cobourg Transit
In-app purchases
YRT On
No in-app purchases
Cobourg Transit
No in-app purchases









