OVnl vs Stipt OV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
OVnl
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Navigate the Netherlands like a pro with OVnl! Whether you're catching a bus, tram, metro, or train, we provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date departure times for all Dutch public transport operators across the country in one single app. OVnl is designed to be blazing fast, reliable, and incredibly easy to use. Key Features: β’ Nearby Stops β Instantly discover transit stops around your current location, so you always know where to board. β’ Favourite Stops β Save your daily or most-used stops to check your commute in just one tap. β’ Real-Time Departures β Get live schedules, exact departure times, and delay updates for all Dutch operators. β’ Stops on Map β Easily find, explore, and select stops directly on our interactive map. β’ Dark Mode Support β Beautifully designed to be easy on your eyes, whether you are commuting early in the morning or late at night. Please note: This app exclusively supports Dutch public transport operators. Foreign operators (including De Lijn) are currently not supported. Make your daily commute smoother, faster, and more reliable. Download OVnl today and always stay on schedule!
Stipt OV
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Stipt shows you where public transport is β real-time, on a live map. See at a glance where buses, trams and metros are running across the Netherlands. Tap any vehicle to see the line, operator and punctuality. Enable NS trains for a complete view of rail traffic. What can you do with Stipt? β’ Live map β track vehicles from GVB, RET, HTM, Connexxion, Arriva and more in real-time β’ NS trains β enable the train layer to see all trains live on the map, including origin, destination, delay and crowding β’ Departure times β search any NS station or stop and see the next departures β’ NS Journey planner β plan your trip door to door via the NS planner β’ Favourites β save lines and searches for quick access β’ Operator filters β filter by GVB, RET, HTM or any other operator with a single tap For commuters and enthusiasts Whether you want to know if your bus is nearby, or you're simply curious about the transport network around you β Stipt gives you a live view of the Netherlands on the move. Stipt is an unofficial hobby project and is not affiliated with NS, GVB, RET, HTM or any other transport operator. Data is sourced from NDOV/OVAPI and the NS API. Times and positions may differ β always check the official operator app for critical journeys. This is a hobby project run by a single developer, with no revenue model. The app may be changed, temporarily unavailable, or discontinued at any time without notice.
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Verdict
OVnl and Stipt OV are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | OVnl | Stipt OV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shinji Uematsu | Pepijn Erb |
In-app purchases
OVnl
No in-app purchases
Stipt OV
No in-app purchases



