Comparison

RailTrak vs RailOn

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

Head to head
About

RailTrak

Track Amtrak and major transit systems nationwide with real-time updates on a beautiful interactive map. Monitor train speed, on-time status, and receive push notifications for important alerts. Features dynamic island and lock screen tracking for convenient access.

Highlights
  • Nationwide Amtrak and transit tracking
  • Interactive map with live vehicle updates
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen tracking
  • Speed, heading, and on-time status
  • Detailed analytics and journey progress
  • Push notifications for status updates
  • Comprehensive station information
Features
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• Track Amtrak trains nationwide plus major transit systems • MBTA (Boston subway & commuter rail) • SEPTA (Philadelphia regional rail) • NJ Transit trains • Metro-North Railroad (New York) • LIRR (Long Island Rail Road) • MTA Subway (New York City) • MARC (Maryland commuter rail) • Shore Line East (Connecticut) • RTD (Denver light rail & commuter rail) • CATS (Charlotte light rail) • Beautiful interactive map with all vehicles updated continuously • View speed, heading, and on-time status • Track trains from coast to coast on a single map ** DYNAMIC ISLAND & LOCK SCREEN TRACKING** • Start Live Activities to follow your train right from your lock screen • See real-time updates in the Dynamic Island (iPhone 14 Pro and later) • Never miss important updates - train information always at a glance • Automatic updates every 30 seconds while tracking ** DETAILED ANALYTICS** • Speed history charts showing performance over time • Journey progress with visual timeline • Station-by-station schedules with actual vs. scheduled times • Estimated arrival calculations based on current speed ** SMART FEATURES** • Save favorite trains for quick access • Filter trains by speed, route, or favorites • Search by train number or route name • Push notifications for train status updates • Share train information with fellow travelers ** COMPREHENSIVE STATION INFO** • Complete list of all stops with arrival/departure times • Station locations plotted on interactive map • Delay information and status for each stop • Distance and time to next station ** REAL-TIME ALERTS** • Service alerts and important notifications • Weather information along the route • Automatic status updates • Integration with official Amtrak alerts ** NETWORK STATISTICS** • Track over 1000+ trains and transit vehicles simultaneously • Monitor 12+ different rail and transit providers • Average speeds across networks • On-time performance metrics • Most popular routes ** BEAUTIFUL DESIGN** • Modern iOS interface with smooth animations • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing • Clean, intuitive navigation • Color-coded indicators for each transit system • Provider-specific icons and branding ** PERFECT FOR:** • Amtrak passengers tracking long-distance journeys • Daily commuters using regional rail and subway • Meeting someone arriving by train or transit • Rail enthusiasts watching multiple networks • Transit planners and researchers • Anyone interested in real-time transportation across America ** PRIVACY FIRST** • No account required • Your location is never shared • Minimal data collection • Built with privacy in mind ** REQUIREMENTS** • iPhone running iOS 16.1 or later • Live Activities require iOS 16.2 or later • Dynamic Island requires iPhone 14 Pro or later ** DATA SOURCES** RailTrak leverages official real-time data feeds from Amtrak and major transit agencies using GTFS-RT (General Transit Feed Specification) to provide accurate, up-to-the-minute vehicle positions and status information. Whether you're a daily commuter, long-distance traveler, or passionate railfan, RailTrak gives you the most comprehensive real-time view of America's passenger rail and transit networks—all in one app. Download now and never lose track of your train again!

About

RailOn

Track Amtrak trains in real-time with live speeds, locations on a map, and detailed station schedules. Receive instant delay notifications and store your tickets for easy access. Coordinate travel with friends and family by seeing their journey progress.

Highlights
  • Live train tracking on interactive map
  • Real-time speed and location updates
  • Station-by-station arrival times
  • Instant delay notifications
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island support
  • Store Amtrak ticket barcodes and QR codes
  • Track friends and family journeys
Features
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RailOn is the ultimate Amtrak companion. Track every active train across the US in real time — see live speeds, current locations on a map, and station-by-station arrival times all in one place. LIVE TRACKING Watch every Amtrak train move across an interactive map, updated in real time. Tap any train to see its current speed, delay status, and full station schedule. STAY INFORMED Get instant notifications the moment your train is running late. Live Activities and Dynamic Island support keep your train status on your lock screen and home screen — no need to open the app. MY TRAINS Save your favorite routes and jump back in with one tap. Never hunt for your train again. TICKETS Store your Amtrak ticket barcodes and QR codes in one place. Scan once, save forever. TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS See exactly where your friends and family are on their journey — perfect for coordinating pickups and meetups.

Screenshots

RailTrak4 screens
RailOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RailOn at 5.0 against RailTrak's 2.7. RailOn also leads on device support (4 vs 1). RailTrak's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RailOn holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RailTrak ships an update every 5 days, RailOn every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RailTrak versus RailOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRailTrakRailOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (3 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPalmetto Digital Services, LLCAleksey MacWilliams

Customer experience

RailTrak

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

RailOn

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RailTrak

No in-app purchases

None

RailOn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RailTrak free?
RailTrak is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RailOn free?
RailOn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RailTrak or RailOn?
RailOn is rated higher. RailTrak averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while RailOn averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RailTrak or RailOn have ads?
Neither RailTrak nor RailOn shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RailTrak or RailOn?
RailTrak ships an update every 5 days, and RailOn every 3 weeks. Most recently, RailTrak was updated on October 24, 2026 and RailOn on October 28, 2026.

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