Comparison

SlinkPass vs ShinkansenView

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

Head to head
About

SlinkPass

Features
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Time based One-time Password software token

About

ShinkansenView

Features
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Know the "now" of the Shinkansen on a map! ShinkansenView displays approximate train positions based on standard timetables. Tap a train to see its timetable. Perfect for travelers and railway fans! [Main Features] - Near real-time map display: Check Shinkansen trains across Japan in near real time, color-coded by type. - Detailed train info: Tap an icon for train name, number, current status, next station, etc. - Real-time timetable: View all stops and scheduled times to see where the train is running or stopping now. - Multilingual support: Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, with easy in-app switching. - Route filter: Choose lines like Tokaido, Sanyo, Tohoku, Hokuriku, etc. - Customizable time: Set any date/time to simulate past or future operations. - Easy operation: Intuitive interface; search trains from a list and see their location on the map instantly. [Recommended For] - Shinkansen trip or business travel planners - Railway fans wanting more than basic transfer info - Overseas visitors curious about Japan’s rail system - Families who want to enjoy Shinkansen with kids Experience a more convenient, more exciting Shinkansen journey with ShinkansenView! Download now and feel the dynamism of Japan’s main artery! *Note: Position/timetable data is calculated from public timetables and may differ from actual operation. Delay info not supported.*

Screenshots

SlinkPass3 screens
ShinkansenView3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SlinkPass at none against ShinkansenView's shown. SlinkPass also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SlinkPass ships an update every 2 weeks, ShinkansenView monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
SlinkPass versus ShinkansenView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlinkPassShinkansenView
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks β€” betterMonthly
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size13 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSECIOSS, IncYUUSUKE HARASAWA

In-app purchases

None

SlinkPass

No in-app purchases

None

ShinkansenView

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SlinkPass free?
SlinkPass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShinkansenView free?
ShinkansenView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SlinkPass or ShinkansenView have ads?
ShinkansenView shows ads; SlinkPass does not.
Which is updated more often, SlinkPass or ShinkansenView?
SlinkPass ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShinkansenView monthly. Most recently, SlinkPass was updated on October 3, 2026 and ShinkansenView on October 6, 2026.

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