Comparison

MVGO vs Rosi

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 information for Munich and the MVV area with sharing services. It provides real-time departure times, route planning, and disruption alerts for buses, trains, and trams. Users can also find and book various sharing options like bikes, e-scooters, and cars, all within a single application.

Highlights
  • Real-time departure monitor with disruption alerts
  • Route planner for public transport and regional travel
  • Mobile ticketing for Deutschlandticket and MVV subscriptions
  • Map view of sharing offers (bikes, e-scooters, cars)
  • Booking for bike, e-scooter, and car sharing
  • EV charging station locator
  • Station maps with lift and escalator status
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

Rosi

This app offers on-demand bus rides within the Chiemgau region, allowing users to book flexible, scheduled-free transportation. Enjoy convenient, affordable travel with various payment options and accessible features.

Highlights
  • On-demand bus rides
  • Flexible booking
  • Scheduled-free travel
  • Zone-based pricing
  • Bargeldlose payment options
  • Wheelchair accessible vehicles
Features
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Servus Chiemgau, mobil am Chiemsee zu sein hat einen neuen Namen: Rosi! Das preisgünstige ÖPNV-Angebot ermöglicht bedarfsgerechte Busfahrten auf Abruf. Deine individuelle Fahrt ist auf unserer On-Demand-Plattform bequem und flexibel buchbar – von Montag bis Sonntag, ab 2,50 Euro pro Fahrt, ganz ohne Fahrplan. In einem Netz aus 619 Haltestellen in 11 verschiedenen Gemeinden im Chiemgau holt dich Rosi zur Wunschzeit am ausgewählten Startpunkt ab und bringt dich zuverlässig zu deinem vorher festgelegten Zielpunkt. Die Höhe des Fahrpreises ist dabei zonenbezogen. Er startet mit Zone 1 (bis 4 km) für 2,50 € und geht bis Zone 5 (ab 15 km) für 6,00 € (zzgl. 1,10 € pro weiterem km). Die App ermöglicht eine bargeldlose Zahlung mit Kreditkarte. Der Fahrpreis kann aber auch bar bei Fahrtantritt im Bus entrichtet werden. Deinen Zahlungsweg legst du bei Buchung fest. Der tatsächliche Fahrpreis wird dir vorab angezeigt. Mit Rosi kommst du dank einer Flotte aus Elektrofahrzeugen von Montag bis Donnerstag (7 bis 22 Uhr), aber auch Freitag (7 bis 3 Uhr), Samstag (9 bis 5 Uhr) und Sonntag (9 bis 20 Uhr) in folgenden Gemeinden schnell und zuverlässig ans Ziel: Aschau im Chiemgau, Bad Endorf, Bernau, Breitbrunn, Eggstätt, Frasdorf, Gstadt am Chiemsee, Höslwang, Prien am Chiemsee, Rimsting, Samerberg. Alle wichtigen Infos und weitere Details zu Rosi gibt es unter www.rosi-mobil.de oder telefonisch unter 08031/400 700. Die Mobilitätszentrale ist zu den Betriebszeiten von Rosi für dich erreichbar und steht für deine Fragen zur Verfügung. Übrigens: Ein Teil der Rosi-Flotte verfügt über Rollstuhlrampen und kann im Rollstuhl sitzende Fahrgäste mitnehmen. Bitte gib das im Bedarfsfall bei der Buchung an, damit ein barrierefreies Fahrzeug geschickt werden kann. Die Mitnahme von Kinderwägen und Buggys ist ebenso möglich. Für die Beförderung von E-Rollstühlen ist Rosi leider nicht geeignet. Auch größere Gepäckstücke, die über Handgepäck hinausgehen, Fahrräder oder elektrisch angetriebene Leichtfahrzeuge (sog. E-Scooter) können aus Kapazitätsgründen leider nicht befördert werden.

Screenshots

MVGO4 screens
Rosi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Rosi at free against MVGO's free with in-app purchases. Rosi also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). MVGO's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 3). 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

Rosi holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MVGO has 2.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, Rosi fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MVGO versus Rosi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMVGORosi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.1K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.7.2
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB81 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSWM Services GmbHioki GmbH

Customer experience

MVGO

All ratings2,027 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral2.3%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive38.7%
Neutral14.7%
Negative46.7%

Rosi

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Rosi

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MVGO

No in-app purchases

None

Rosi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MVGO free?
MVGO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rosi free?
Rosi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MVGO or Rosi?
Rosi is rated higher. MVGO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Rosi averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do MVGO or Rosi have ads?
Neither MVGO nor Rosi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MVGO or Rosi?
MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, and Rosi fortnightly. Most recently, MVGO was updated on October 26, 2026 and Rosi on October 20, 2026.

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