Comparison

MVGO vs ÖBB Tickets

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

Head to head
About

MVGO

This app integrates public transport tickets, subscriptions, and various sharing services like e-scooters and bikes within the Munich and MVV region. It offers journey planning, real-time updates, and direct rental options, consolidating all mobility needs into a single platform.

Highlights
  • MVV tickets and subscriptions
  • Journey planning
  • Real-time service updates
  • Scooter and e-bike sharing
  • Bike rentals
  • Live public transport tracking
Features
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MVGO is the official mobility app of MVG, used by over 1 million people in Munich and the MVV region. It combines MVV tickets and subscriptions such as the Deutschlandticket, journey planning, real-time service updates, and sharing services from Voi, Dott, and MyRadl — all in one app. Register once and access everything directly in MVGO. Public transport & sharing in one app MVGO seamlessly connects public transport and sharing services. Find scooters and e-bikes from Voi and Dott, as well as bikes from MyRadl, directly on the map or in the route planner. Rent instantly via MVGO — no additional apps required, just your M-Login. MyRadl – Free minutes with your Deutschlandticket With the Deutschlandticket or other selected MVV subscriptions, you benefit from 30 free minutes per ride on a MyRadl Classic bike. Simply add your subscription in your MVGO profile under “Sharing benefits” and save automatically on every ride – flexible and affordable Munich and the surrounding MVV region. MVVswipe, Deutschlandticket & MVV subscriptions Whether it’s MVVswipe, the Deutschlandticket, or other MVV subscriptions – you’ll find the right ticket in the MVGO app. No paper tickets, no queues – everything from booking to validation happens digitally. Live Mode for stress-free travel Stay on track with real-time departure updates, transfer forecasts, and alternative routes. Track your MVG bus or tram live on the map and adjust your walking speed accordingly. The location indicator helps you know exactly when to get off – even underground. Trusted in Munich With over 2 million downloads and 17,000+ reviews, MVGO is one of the most widely used mobility apps in the region. Join now and use the official MVG app for tickets, sharing, and real-time travel information. Download MVGO now and explore Munich! Notes (1) Mobile tickets are valid throughout the entire MVV network. (2) No guarantee can be given for the accuracy or completeness of information.

About

ÖBB Tickets

Purchase train, bus, metro, and tram tickets quickly and easily. Access exclusive discounts, reserve seats, and manage your travel information on the go. Enjoy a seamless public transport experience with real-time updates and convenient payment options.

Highlights
  • Book tickets for trains, buses, metro, and trams
  • Access exclusive online specials and discount fares
  • Graphic seat reservation for Railjet
  • Find best fares sorted by lowest price
  • ÖBB Account for personal data and payment storage
  • SimplyGo! for automatic fare calculation
Features
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Fast Track to Your Ticket How can you buy your tickets even faster and get updates on your journey on top of that? You get it with the ÖBB App, round the clock, wherever you are. Take the train and take it easy. The ÖBB App comes with the following features: • Tickets for trains, buses, the metro and trams: book your ÖBB tickets & get exclusive online specials such as the Sparschiene Österreich discount fares. You can also book the city tickets and weekly or monthly tickets of Austrian regional transport operators • Pay your fares on the go with SimplyGo! The handy add-on for the ÖBB App automatically identifies the routes you travelled and calculates the matching public transport fare for your complete journey • Secure your favourite seat on the Railjet: use the graphic seat reservation • Find the best fare: see the ÖBB train services sorted by lowest fare first • ÖBB Account: conveniently and securely store your personal data and means of payment, save your favourite routes, and receive additional exclusive offers (e.g. the Vorteilscard 66 discount card) We are continuously working on the app to enrich it with new features and improve the usability. Further information: https://www.oebb.at/en/tickets-kundenkarten/online-mobile-ticketing/oebb-app

Screenshots

MVGO4 screens
ÖBB Tickets4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MVGO at 4.7 against ÖBB Tickets's 1.9. MVGO also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (38% vs 21%). On price, update cadence, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MVGO holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MVGO has 2.1K ratings behind it against 160, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of MVGO's written reviews are positive against 21% of ÖBB Tickets's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, ÖBB Tickets fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MVGO versus ÖBB Tickets: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMVGOÖBB Tickets
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.1K ratings) — better1.9 (160 ratings)
Positive reviews38.4% of reviews — better20.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2.1K — better160
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSWM Services GmbHÖBB-Personenverkehr AG

Customer experience

MVGO

All ratings2,090 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews151 reviews
Positive38.4%
Neutral14.6%
Negative47.0%

ÖBB Tickets

All ratings160 ratings
Positive18.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative75.6%
Written reviews350 reviews
Positive20.6%
Neutral8.0%
Negative71.4%

User reviews

MVGO

From 2.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient for tourists
  • 👍 Useful for planning trips
  • 👍 Good for bike rentals

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable ticket purchasing
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking
  • 💰 Unexpected charges and billing issues
  • 👎 Not user-friendly for regular commuters
  • 👎 Difficult to use for bike rentals

ÖBB Tickets

From 160 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐ Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient ticket booking
  • 💻 Decent user interface
  • 🗓️ Helpful for trip planning and schedule checking

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 💳 Payment issues and unreliable ticket delivery
  • 🗺️ Lack of real-time updates on delays and connection changes
  • 🤖 Poor customer support and unresponsive to user feedback
  • 🔒 Security and privacy concerns with account management

Bugs and requests

MVGO

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ticket not loading in app after purchase
  • Issues with bike unlocking and locking
  • Login screen not working
  • App crashing on older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for Apple Pay
  • Improved ticket purchasing flow
  • Better integration with transit schedules
  • More intuitive bike rental process
  • Ability to view past charges

ÖBB Tickets

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Tickets disappearing from the app after purchase
  • Inability to add or manage discount cards
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices
  • Crashes when trying to access purchased tickets

Requested features

5 requests
  • Integration with Apple Wallet and Apple Pay
  • Improved seat selection and reservation options
  • Offline mode for accessing tickets and schedules
  • Multilingual support beyond just German and English
  • Better notifications and alerts for travel disruptions

In-app purchases

None

MVGO

No in-app purchases

None

ÖBB Tickets

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MVGO free?
MVGO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ÖBB Tickets free?
ÖBB Tickets is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MVGO or ÖBB Tickets?
MVGO is rated higher. MVGO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while ÖBB Tickets averages 1.9 from 160 ratings.
Do MVGO or ÖBB Tickets have ads?
Neither MVGO nor ÖBB Tickets shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MVGO or ÖBB Tickets?
MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, and ÖBB Tickets fortnightly. Most recently, MVGO was updated on November 11, 2026 and ÖBB Tickets on November 11, 2026.

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