Comparison

MBTA Train & Bus Tracker vs MBTA Schedule

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

Head to head
About

MBTA Train & Bus Tracker

Get real-time updates on all MBTA trains and buses in Boston. Plan your trips, avoid delays, and know exactly when your ride will arrive with live tracking and accurate arrival times.

Highlights
  • Live train and bus tracking
  • Real-time arrival times
  • Service alerts
  • Fast and reliable data
  • Simple and clean design
Features
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Stay connected to Boston’s public transit system like never before. The MBTA Train and Bus Tracker gives you real-time visibility into every train and bus across the MBTA network so you’ll always know exactly where your ride is and when it’s arriving. Designed for speed, accuracy, and ease of use, this app helps you plan your trips, avoid long waits, and stay ahead of delays. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to class, or exploring the city, you’ll always have the latest MBTA information right at your fingertips. Features: - Live Tracking: View up-to-the-second locations of all MBTA trains and buses. - Arrival Times: Hold down on any stop to instantly see upcoming arrival times. - Service Alerts: Tap the icon in the top right to view active service alerts and updates. - Fast & Reliable: Powered by real MBTA data for accurate, real-time information. - Simple & Clean Design: Built for clarity and convenience — no clutter, no confusion. Why You’ll Love It Fast. Accurate. Easy to use. Stop guessing when your ride will arrive — track it live with The BEST MBTA Tracker, the most reliable way to stay on top of Boston’s trains and buses.

About

MBTA Schedule

Features
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Key Features • Live departures for selected stops • Route and stop browsing with search • Favorites with quick refresh • Vehicle status and direction labels • Lightweight, fast, and easy to use Lite Version • Ad-supported • Designed for quick “open-and-check” commute use We’re continuously improving performance and usability for Boston-area riders.

Screenshots

MBTA Train & Bus Tracker4 screens
MBTA Schedule3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: MBTA Train & Bus Tracker at none against MBTA Schedule's shown. MBTA Train & Bus Tracker also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MBTA Train & Bus Tracker versus MBTA Schedule: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMBTA Train & Bus TrackerMBTA Schedule
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAaron MasterXiaohe Hu

In-app purchases

None

MBTA Train & Bus Tracker

No in-app purchases

None

MBTA Schedule

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MBTA Train & Bus Tracker free?
MBTA Train & Bus Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MBTA Schedule free?
MBTA Schedule is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MBTA Train & Bus Tracker or MBTA Schedule have ads?
MBTA Schedule shows ads; MBTA Train & Bus Tracker does not.

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