Comparison

新幹線空席検索 vs ShinkansenView

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

Head to head
About

新幹線空席検索

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のぞみ、こだま、はやぶさなど全国新幹線の空席情報を簡単に確認出来るアプリです。 検索にはJRサイバーステーションのサイトを利用します。このサイトはスマートフォンに対応しておらず入力しづらいのですが、当アプリはアプリの画面で楽に入力できます。 当日の空席検索も可能です。 (サイバーステーションのシステム上、6時30分から22時30分まで検索可能です。)

About

ShinkansenView

Visualize Shinkansen train positions on a map in near real-time. Access detailed train information, view timetables, and filter by route. Supports multiple languages and allows for custom time simulations.

Highlights
  • Near real-time map display
  • Detailed train information
  • Real-time timetables
  • Multilingual support
  • Route filtering
  • Customizable time simulation
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

新幹線空席検索2 screens
ShinkansenView3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 新幹線空席検索 at none against ShinkansenView's 1. 新幹線空席検索 also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 17.0). ShinkansenView's advantage is device support. On price 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. ShinkansenView sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 新幹線空席検索 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
新幹線空席検索 versus ShinkansenView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter新幹線空席検索ShinkansenView
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequency—Fortnightly
Ads—Yes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS7.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTRANCE LIMITEDYUUSUKE HARASAWA

In-app purchases

None

新幹線空席検索

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ShinkansenView

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is 新幹線空席検索 free?
新幹線空席検索 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShinkansenView free?
ShinkansenView is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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