Railway Map vs Train Identifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Railway Map
Explore global railway networks with detailed infrastructure, signal, and speed limit views. Search for locations, plan multi-stop routes, and access data offline with local caching. Ideal for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
- Global railway infrastructure overlay
- Detailed viewing modes (Infrastructure, Signals, Speed)
- Built-in legend for symbols
- Powerful search for stations and points of interest
- Automatic multi-stop route planning
- Local data caching for offline access
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Railways Map is a powerful, easy-to-use iOS app that brings the entire world's railway infrastructure to your fingertips. Based on the OpenRailwayMap project, it overlays global railway data directly onto standard and satellite Apple Maps. Explore railways in three detailed viewing modes: - Infrastructure: See tracks, stations, sidings, depots, and more - Train Protection and Signals: View signal systems, safety infrastructure, and control technology - Maximum Speed: Visualize the speed limits across the railway network A built-in legend is always accessible, helping you understand every color and symbol on the map in real time. The app includes a powerful search feature to locate stations, addresses, or any point of interest around the world with ease. Automatically draw complex multi-stop railway routes across the network with intelligent pathfinding between stations and waypoints. To ensure a smooth experience, all railway data is cached locally as you browse, allowing for faster access to previously viewed areas. You can clear the cache at any time to free up disk space. Whether you are a railway enthusiast, professional, or simply curious about the rail networks around you, Railways Map offers a comprehensive and intuitive mapping experience.
Train Identifier
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Discover, identify, and collect trains like never before with Train ID – the ultimate app for railway enthusiasts and curious spotters alike. Whether you're a passionate train lover, casual explorer, or someone who's always wondered "what train is that?", Train ID transforms any train photo into an instant identification and collectible card experience. Why you'll love Train ID: INSTANT AI IDENTIFICATION: Snap a photo of any train and get detailed information powered by advanced AI technology. SMART CAMERA INTEGRATION: Built-in camera with intuitive controls makes capturing trains effortless. COLLECTIBLE TRAIN CARDS: Each identified train becomes a beautiful, Pokemon-inspired collectible card with detailed stats including model, type, speed, power output, country of origin, and more. CUSTOM COLLECTIONS: Organize your discovered trains into personalized collections and track your railway adventures. LOCATION MAPPING: Remember exactly where you spotted each locomotive with integrated location tracking. RICH EDITING: Add descriptions, edit details, and customize your train cards to tell your story. Perfect for: - Railway enthusiasts building their digital train collection - Travelers documenting locomotive encounters around the world - Families making train spotting educational and fun - Anyone curious about the trains they see daily Train ID Premium Subscription: Unlock unlimited train identifications, access to the latest AI models, and advanced collection features. Start with a free trial and explore everything our app has to offer! Transform your curiosity into a comprehensive railway collection. Download Train ID today and start building your personal locomotive library! For support, contact: peter@pszapps.com Privacy Policy: [Privacy Policy URL]https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Train Identifier at Free against Railway Map's $0.99. Railway Map's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). On ads 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
Train Identifier is free to download; Railway Map costs $0.99 up front. Train Identifier sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Railway Map asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Railway Map | Train Identifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 3.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ivan Blajic | Peter Balazs Szucs |
In-app purchases
Railway Map
No in-app purchases
Train Identifier
- Weekly$2.997 Days
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Annual7 Days trial$19.991 Year






