LMT vs Trip Express
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LMT
This app provides real-time tracking of public transit vehicles, allowing users to plan journeys, view arrival times, and pay fares digitally. It offers features like nearby stop information, service alerts, and accessible travel options. Users can access route and timetable data even without an internet connection.
- Real-time bus tracking
- Journey planning with route options
- Secure QR fare payments
- Nearby stops and live information
- Service alerts and notifications
- Accessible travel options
- Offline access to routes and tickets
Read full descriptionHide full description
Metro Bus is the official app for Lanka Metro Transit, Colombo's digital Metro bus service. Track buses in real time, plan journeys, and pay fares using your phone. Currently available on selected pilot routes, with coverage expanding across Colombo. Key Features: Real-Time Tracking View live bus locations on an interactive map with continuously updated arrival times. Journey Planning Enter your start and destination to find the best routes, including stops, transfers, walking directions, estimated travel time, and fares. QR Payments Make secure fare payments and access transaction history. Valid tickets remain accessible even without an internet connection. Nearby Stops and Live Information Find nearby bus stops, view routes, timetables, fares, and bus occupancy. No account is required to browse. Service Alerts Receive notifications for approaching buses and service disruptions. Accessible Travel Check real-time accessibility availability and book wheelchair spaces in advance. Offline Access Access routes, timetables, and active tickets without internet. Data syncs automatically when you are back online. Multilingual Support Available in Sinhala, Tamil, and English. Easily switch languages from settings. Coming Soon Tap-and-go payments, travel card top-ups, lost and found services, feedback tools, and expanded route coverage across Colombo. Support: support@lankametro.lk Website: www.lankametro.lk Metro Bus is a Lanka Metro Transit project under the Ministry of Transport, implemented by EIMSKY Business Solutions Pvt Ltd.
Trip Express
Read full descriptionHide full description
Welcome to Trip.Express—the premier gateway to the world's most exclusive and verified travel experiences. Designed for the discerning traveler, our app provides seamless access to premium journeys, curated sanctuaries, and round-the-clock global concierge services. Key Features: • Curated Collections: Handpicked luxury itineraries, winter escapes, and pristine sanctuaries across the globe. • 24/7 Personal Concierge: Direct, real-time messaging with our professional concierge team to customize your travel, transfers, and reservations. • Verified Experiences: Every partner and itinerary is rigorously vetted to guarantee the highest level of luxury and safety. • Privilege Club: Unlock exclusive member-only rates, loyalty rewards (Voyager Points), and priority access. • High-Fidelity Discovery: Clean, search-first interface to easily find and book your next dream destination. Embark on a seamless journey crafted for you. The world is yours—explore it with Trip.Express.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LMT at 13.0 against Trip Express's 15.1. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LMT ships an update every 8 days, Trip Express every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LMT | Trip Express |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lanka Metro Transit (Pvt) Ltd | TRIP EXPRESS VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED |
In-app purchases
LMT
No in-app purchases
Trip Express
No in-app purchases









