Comparison

Marmaray Guide vs Büyükada

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

Head to head
About

Marmaray Guide

Features
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Marmaray Guide is a full-featured tool app for Istanbul's cross-Bosphorus rail line — built not just to read about the line, but to plan your journey, calculate fares, find the nearest station, and set departure alarms. JOURNEY PLANNER Pick an origin and destination. The app shows you the direction, next departure with a live "in X min" countdown, travel time, number of stops, and fare — all in one tap. FARE CALCULATOR Calculate ticket cost by passenger type: Full, Student, 65+, Disabled, and Martyr (Sehit) tariffs. Also see round-trip cost and daily, weekly, and monthly cost projections. LINE MAP + NEAREST STATION Browse an interactive map of all 43 Marmaray stations. Use your location to instantly find the nearest station to you. DEPARTURE ALARMS Set a reminder 5, 10, 15, or 30 minutes before a scheduled departure — so you never miss your train. LIVE COUNTDOWN The home screen shows a real-time countdown to the next departure on your route. STATION GUIDE Search all 43 stations by name or district. Each station page lists transfer lines (metro, metrobus, tram, and more), nearby points of interest, and transit tips. FULLY OFFLINE No internet connection required. Works in tunnels, airports, or anywhere without a signal. Essential for daily Marmaray commuters, tourists, and anyone exploring Istanbul by rail.

About

Büyükada

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Buyukada’s unique history, nature, and streets are now in your pocket! Explore the island like a local, not just a tourist, with the Buyukada Travel Guide. Up-to-date information, detailed routes, and everything you need for on-island transportation are gathered in a single app. What We Offer: Places to Visit & Routes: Discover the hidden gems of the island, from Hagia Yorgi to historical mansions. Transportation Schedules: Get instant access to ferry, motorboat, and on-island electric bus schedules. Where to Eat & Where to Stay: The island’s best restaurants, cafes, and hotels are right at your fingertips. Event Calendar: Be the first to know about concerts, exhibitions, and local events. Audio Guide: Listen to the history and details of historical landmarks with a smooth narration. Download now and start planning your perfect Buyukada adventure!

Screenshots

Marmaray Guide4 screens
Büyükada4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Büyükada at every 2 days against Marmaray Guide's every 3 months. Büyükada also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.2). On price, ads, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Marmaray Guide ships an update every 3 months, Büyükada every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Marmaray Guide versus Büyükada: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMarmaray GuideBüyükada
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB35 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperGokhan EgriIBRAHIM SEKERCI

In-app purchases

None

Marmaray Guide

No in-app purchases

None

Büyükada

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Marmaray Guide free?
Marmaray Guide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Büyükada free?
Büyükada is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Marmaray Guide or Büyükada have ads?
Neither Marmaray Guide nor Büyükada shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Marmaray Guide or Büyükada?
Marmaray Guide ships an update every 3 months, and Büyükada every 2 days. Most recently, Marmaray Guide was updated on October 25, 2026 and Büyükada on October 19, 2026.

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