Transit.Tracker vs TrainTrack
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Transit.Tracker
Plan your journeys and track public transit in real-time. Find nearby stations, view departure times, and get turn-by-turn navigation. Supports numerous transit agencies across multiple metro areas.
- Real-time vehicle tracking
- Scheduled departure times
- Nearest station finder
- Built-in trip planner
- Multi-metro area support
- Today Widget and Watch App integration
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Transit Tracker helps riders check public transit schedules, nearby departures, route stops, and trip options across supported transit systems. Choose your metro area, find nearby stops, search routes and stops, and view upcoming departures without digging through agency websites. Transit Tracker combines scheduled service data with real-time predictions where supported by the local transit provider. Use Transit Tracker to: - Find nearby bus, rail, subway, light rail, commuter rail, ferry, and other transit stops where available - View scheduled departures for the day - See real-time departure estimates where supported - Search route and stop information - Plan trips in supported regions - Save frequently used stops and trip plans - Use Apple Watch and widget support where available - Choose light, dark, or custom app themes Transit Tracker is built for daily commuters, occasional riders, visitors, and anyone who needs quick access to public transportation schedules and departure times. Coverage and feature availability vary by region. Schedule data, routes, trip planning, and real-time predictions depend on the data provided by each supported transit agency. Optional in-app purchases may be available for ad removal and trip-planning tokens.
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.
- Real-time train tracking on map
- Up-to-date departure and arrival times
- Find nearby Amtrak stations
- Save favorite stations
- Intuitive user interface
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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!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TrainTrack at 86% against Transit.Tracker's 20%. TrainTrack also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). Transit.Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (3.4K vs 10) and device support (4 vs 2). 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
Both are free to download. Transit.Tracker sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. TrainTrack asks for nothing beyond the download.
TrainTrack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Transit.Tracker has 3.4K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Transit.Tracker's written reviews are positive against 86% of TrainTrack's.
Transit.Tracker ships an update every 2 months, TrainTrack every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Transit.Tracker | TrainTrack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (3.4K ratings) | 5.0 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.3% of reviews | 85.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raging Coders | Owen Hayes |
Customer experience
Transit.Tracker
TrainTrack
Bugs and requests
Transit.Tracker
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes or crashes frequently
- Incorrect route and schedule data
- Issues with restoring paid upgrades
- Location services not working properly
Requested features
4 requests- Improve real-time bus/train tracking
- Expand coverage to more cities
- Add more customization options
- Fix bugs and crashes
TrainTrack
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Transit.Tracker
- Transfer Ticket$0.99
- 40 Tokens$0.99
- 100 Tokens$1.99
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- 180 Tokens$2.99
- Ad Free$3.99
- 400 Tokens$4.99
TrainTrack
No in-app purchases







