RailTracker vs UK Rail Live
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RailTracker
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RailTracker – Your Ultimate London Underground Companion. Track your Tube in real time. Stay informed. Travel smarter. RailTracker is the all-in-one travel assistant for London’s Underground network. Whether you’re commuting to work or navigating the city as a visitor, RailTracker keeps you one step ahead with real-time updates and interactive tools. Key Features: • Live Train Tracking: Watch trains move in real time on beautifully styled maps for each line. Know exactly where your train is and when it’s arriving. • Train Finder: Search by destination or train number to see live location, platform, and next stops — perfect for timing your trip. • Line & Station Disruption Alerts: Be instantly notified of any delays, closures, or disruptions on your lines or stations. • Dark Mode Ready: A sleek and modern interface optimized for both light and dark themes. RailTracker isn’t just pretty — it’s powerful, fast, and intuitive. Whether you’re a tourist trying to get to Camden or a daily commuter from Watford, this app gives you confidence on the move. This app is not affiliated with Transport for London. Data provided by TfL Open Data services.
UK Rail Live
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'UK Rail Live' that provides real-time train information across the UK. The app should feature live departure/arrival boards.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RailTracker at every 5 weeks against UK Rail Live's every 9 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RailTracker ships an update every 5 weeks, UK Rail Live every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RailTracker | UK Rail Live |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dawn Giles | Shravani Limited |
In-app purchases
RailTracker
No in-app purchases
UK Rail Live
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is RailTracker free?
Is UK Rail Live free?
Do RailTracker or UK Rail Live have ads?
Which is updated more often, RailTracker or UK Rail Live?
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