Comparison

Commuter vs Linjalla

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

Head to head
About

Commuter

Plan public transport journeys nationwide with ease. Find information on stops, view real-time vehicle locations, and set departure reminders. Bookmark favorite routes and stops for quick access.

Highlights
  • Route search
  • Stop search by name, code, or address
  • Real-time tram, metro, and train locations
  • Map-based stop finder
  • Nearby stops list
  • Departure and timetable views
  • Departure reminders
  • Bookmarking stops and routes
Features
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Commuter is an app that helps you plan public transport journeys and find information easily about stops nation wide. Features include: ● Search for routes with easy search ● Search for stops by name, code or address ● See realtime locations of trams, metros and trains in the capital region ● Find stops from a map ● List nearby stops ● View either the departures from the stop in the near future or the full timetable. ● Set a reminder for a departure from a stop or time to leave for a route. ● Bookmark stops, routes and any address for easy access later. ● Search for address from your contacts ● Departures widget for easy access to your saved stops and get departure times quickly. ● Integrated with iOS Maps app for searching for transit options for a route opened in Maps.

About

Linjalla

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Linjalla is your ultimate companion for public transport in the Helsinki region. Designed for simplicity and speed, it provides real-time tracking for HSL buses, trams, and trains. Key Features: • Real-time Map: Watch buses and trams move smoothly across Helsinki as they navigate their routes. • Smart Search: Easily find and subscribe to the specific lines you use most. • Favorites: Keep your frequent lines just a tap away for quick access. • Live Departures: View real-time departure boards for major hubs like Rautatientori and Helsinki Central Station. Whether you're a daily commuter or just visiting Helsinki, Linjalla gives you the confidence of knowing exactly when your ride is arriving.

Screenshots

Commuter4 screens
Linjalla3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Linjalla at fortnightly against Commuter's every 3 months. Commuter's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

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

Commuter ships an update every 3 months, Linjalla fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Commuter versus Linjalla: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCommuterLinjalla
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS10.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnteneh SahledengelAapo Laakso

In-app purchases

None

Commuter

No in-app purchases

None

Linjalla

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Commuter free?
Commuter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Linjalla free?
Linjalla is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Commuter or Linjalla have ads?
Neither Commuter nor Linjalla shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Commuter or Linjalla?
Commuter ships an update every 3 months, and Linjalla fortnightly. Most recently, Commuter was updated on November 1, 2026 and Linjalla on October 31, 2026.

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