Commuter vs Linjalla
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Commuter ships an update every 3 months, Linjalla fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Commuter | Linjalla |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 96 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anteneh Sahledengel | Aapo Laakso |
In-app purchases
Commuter
No in-app purchases
Linjalla
No in-app purchases







