Comparison

Transit.Tracker vs STA PassApp

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Real-time vehicle tracking
  • Scheduled departure times
  • Nearest station finder
  • Built-in trip planner
  • Multi-metro area support
  • Today Widget and Watch App integration
Features
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Transit Tracker puts public transit schedules, nearby departures, route stops, and trip plans on your device. Download the schedules for the cities you ride in, and Transit Tracker stores them on your iPhone. Once a city is downloaded, nearby stops, scheduled departures, route and stop search, and trip planning all work from the data on your device. Real-time predictions are added when the transit agency publishes them and you are online. Use Transit Tracker to: - Download the transit schedules you need from the Downloads screen, and update or delete them at any time - Download more than one city and see stops near you across all of them in one view - Find nearby bus, subway, light rail, commuter rail, ferry, and other transit stops - View scheduled departures, with real-time estimates where the agency provides them - Search routes and stops and see a route's stops and path on the map - Plan trips with the built-in trip planner, then tap any stop to see its departures - Save stops, and save trip plans exactly as they were planned - Use Apple Watch and widget support where available - Choose light, dark, or custom app themes Schedules come from the transit agencies and are stored on your device. Each download is a one-time transfer of the agency's published schedule; Wi-Fi is recommended for larger cities. Schedule data is replaced when you update a city, and the app tells you when a downloaded schedule is about to end. Coverage and feature availability vary by region. Schedules, routes, and real-time predictions depend on the data each transit agency publishes. Optional in-app purchases remove ads. You can also watch a short video to remove ads for an hour.

About

STA PassApp

Easily manage your paratransit trips with real-time tracking, advance scheduling, and ride history. Check your eligibility status and stay informed about your transportation needs.

Highlights
  • Real-time ride tracking
  • Schedule rides in advance
  • Cancel rides
  • View ride history
  • Check eligibility status
  • Live updates on ride status
Features
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STA PassApp is a powerful, user-friendly service designed specifically for Paratransit riders to easily manage their trips. With a range of convenient features, it offers riders the flexibility and control they need for a seamless travel experience. The app provides real-time information on scheduled rides, allowing you to track your ride's status and check its current location on the map. Whether you're waiting for your ride or just want to confirm its arrival, STA PassApp gives you peace of mind with live updates. You can also schedule rides in advance, ensuring your transportation needs are met with ease. Additionally, the app allows you to view upcoming scheduled rides and cancel rides in advance if your plans change. No more waiting on hold or dealing with last-minute scheduling issues—everything you need is at your fingertips. For your convenience, STA PassApp also lets you check your ride history, giving you quick access to past trips for reference or tracking purposes. Riders can also check their eligibility status directly in the app, ensuring they stay informed about their qualifications for Paratransit services. With these enhanced features, STA PassApp is designed to make managing Paratransit trips more flexible and efficient, empowering riders to take control of their travel experience and navigate their journey with confidence. Whether you're booking, tracking, or managing your rides, STA PassApp is the essential tool for Paratransit customers.

Screenshots

Transit.Tracker4 screens
STA PassApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: STA PassApp at none against Transit.Tracker's 1. STA PassApp also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). Transit.Tracker's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 1). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Transit.Tracker sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. STA PassApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Transit.Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Transit.Tracker has 3.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Transit.Tracker versus STA PassApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTransit.TrackerSTA PassApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (3.4K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews20.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.4K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB28 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRaging CodersSpokane Transit Authority

Customer experience

Transit.Tracker

All ratings3,376 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive20.3%
Neutral7.6%
Negative72.2%

STA PassApp

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

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

STA PassApp

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Transit.Tracker

One-time1
  • Ad Free$4.99
None

STA PassApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Transit.Tracker free?
Transit.Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is STA PassApp free?
STA PassApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Transit.Tracker or STA PassApp?
Transit.Tracker is rated higher. Transit.Tracker averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while STA PassApp averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Transit.Tracker or STA PassApp have ads?
Transit.Tracker shows ads; STA PassApp does not.

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