Comparison

TrainTrack vs TrainsFYI

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

Head to head
About

TrainTrack

This app provides real-time train tracking and departure/arrival times for Amtrak travelers. It features live maps, quick access to nearby stations, and the ability to save favorite locations for a smoother journey.

Highlights
  • Real-time train tracking on map
  • Up-to-date departure and arrival times
  • Find nearby Amtrak stations
  • Save favorite stations
  • Intuitive user interface
Features
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"WHERE'S MY TRAIN ?!?" is a question you'll never need to ask again with TrainTrack, the essential train tracking app for all Amtrak travelers. Whether you're a daily commuter or an occasional traveler, TrainTrack keeps you updated with real-time information and helps you navigate your journey smoothly. • Real-Time Train Tracking: Always know where your train is. View the live location of your Amtrak train on a map and follow its route as it travels. • Up-to-Date Departure Times: Get the most current departure times for all Amtrak trains. No more guessing or checking outdated schedules. • Quick Access to Nearby Stations: Find the nearest Amtrak stations quickly and easily. Perfect for when you're on the go and need to locate the closest station. • Up-to-Date Arrival Times: Stay informed with the latest arrival times. Know exactly when your train will reach your destination. • Save Your Favorite Stations: Customize your experience by saving your favorite stations for quick access. Why Choose TrainTrack? • Ease of Use: Intuitive design and user-friendly interface make navigating the app a breeze. • Reliability: Dependable real-time updates ensure you're always in the know. • Convenience: All the information you need in one place, easily accessible from your iPhone or iPad. Important Information: • TrainTrack is not affiliated with Amtrak. • Data is based on updates provided by Amtrak and may be subject to delays or inaccuracies. Stay connected, stay informed, and travel with confidence. Take the guesswork out of your Amtrak travels and download TrainTrack today!

About

TrainsFYI

Explore active trains worldwide on a real-time map. Follow individual train journeys, see routes and stops, and browse by transit network. Coverage is expanding to more countries and rail systems.

Highlights
  • Live train position updates
  • Follow individual train journeys
  • View routes and stops
  • Browse by transit network
  • Worldwide coverage
Features
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Track passenger trains across the globe, and see where your train is right now. TrainsFYI is your real-time map and tracker for passenger rail. Whether you are a transit fan, traveler, or just curious, you can explore active trains and follow their journeys. Whether you are checking your Amtrak route, following the New York MTA Subway, tracking BART across the Bay Area, or just exploring rail activity worldwide, TrainsFYI makes it fun and easy to see where the trains are right now. FEATURES: • Interactive Map — Watch train positions update live across the world. • Follow Individual Trains — See routes, stops, and estimated arrival times. • Browse by Network — Explore 140+ supported transit agencies. • Zoom Anywhere — From your local station to cross-country journeys. SUPPORTED US NETWORKS: Amtrak, MTA New York City Subway, BART, Caltrain, Metra, Chicago Transit Authority, NJ Transit, Long Island Railroad, Metro-North Railroad, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, Metrolink, LA Metro, Sound Transit, TriMet, SEPTA, SunRail, Brightline, RTD Light Rail, Valley Metro Rail, San Diego MTS, Pittsburgh Regional Transit, Tri-Rail, ACE, MetroLink, ION Light Rail, South Shore Line, Metro Transit, KCATA, EMBARK, VTA Light Rail, San Francisco Muni, Virginia Railway Express, MARC, Dallas Area Rapid Transit, MARTA, Maryland Metro, and more. SUPPORTED CANADIAN NETWORKS: VIA Rail, GO Transit, Toronto Transit Commission, TransLink SkyTrain, STM (Société de transport de Montréal), Réseau Express Métropolitain, Exo, OC Transpo, UP Express, Edmonton Transit Service, Calgary Transit CTrain, and more. MORE NETWORKS WORLDWIDE: ScotRail, LNER, Elizabeth line, London Overground, Great Western Railway, Eurostar, SNCF, DB Fernverkehr, S-Bahn Berlin, S-Bahn München, SL, SJ, Renfe, Sydney Trains, Sydney Metro, Yarra Trams, Auckland Transport, Indian Railways, and more. COUNTRIES COVERED: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden, France, Spain, Argentina, India, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Mexico, Egypt, Finland, Belgium, Netherlands, and more. COMING SOON: We are expanding coverage to more countries and networks, including major rail systems in Europe and Asia. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

TrainTrack4 screens
TrainsFYI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TrainTrack at none against TrainsFYI's 2. TrainTrack also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks). TrainsFYI's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (68 vs 10). On price, device support 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. TrainsFYI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. TrainTrack asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TrainTrack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TrainsFYI has 68 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of TrainTrack's written reviews are positive against 62% of TrainsFYI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TrainTrack ships an update every 5 days, TrainsFYI every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 30, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TrainTrack versus TrainsFYI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrainTrackTrainsFYI
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (10 ratings) — better4.6 (68 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better61.5% of reviews
Number of ratings1068 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOwen HayesRadical Sloth

Customer experience

TrainTrack

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

TrainsFYI

All ratings68 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral2.9%
Negative7.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral7.7%
Negative30.8%

In-app purchases

None

TrainTrack

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TrainsFYI

Subscriptions2
  • TrainsFYI Pro - Monthly$3.991 Month
  • TrainsFYI Pro - Annual$17.991 Year

Questions

Is TrainTrack free?
TrainTrack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TrainsFYI free?
TrainsFYI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TrainTrack or TrainsFYI?
TrainTrack is rated higher. TrainTrack averages 5.0 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while TrainsFYI averages 4.6 from 68 ratings.
Do TrainTrack or TrainsFYI have ads?
TrainTrack shows ads; TrainsFYI does not.
Which is updated more often, TrainTrack or TrainsFYI?
TrainTrack ships an update every 5 days, and TrainsFYI every 5 weeks. Most recently, TrainTrack was updated on August 30, 2026 and TrainsFYI on September 22, 2026.

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