Comparison

MVGO vs Orbit Ground

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

Orbit Ground

Features
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Make plans with each passing thought. Orbit Ground helps you turn a thought into a place to meet. Find places, check the weather, plan a route, bring in saved places from Google Maps, and share a plan with someone else. Orbit Ground suggests a few good options and waits for you to choose. It never books, sends, or changes anything without asking. Make a plan for yourself, or find common ground with someone else.

Screenshots

MVGO4 screens
Orbit Ground4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MVGO at 16.6 against Orbit Ground's 26.0. 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, Orbit Ground monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MVGO versus Orbit Ground: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMVGOOrbit Ground
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSWM Services GmbHAnupam Chugh

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

Orbit Ground

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MVGO

No in-app purchases

None

Orbit Ground

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MVGO free?
MVGO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Orbit Ground free?
Orbit Ground is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MVGO or Orbit Ground have ads?
Neither MVGO nor Orbit Ground shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MVGO or Orbit Ground?
MVGO ships an update every 3 weeks, and Orbit Ground monthly. Most recently, MVGO was updated on October 19, 2026 and Orbit Ground on October 3, 2026.

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