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Best Chicago Metro Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3β˜…, the chicago metro category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 245+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Chicago Metro Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1VentraVentraFree1.9β˜… (3.5K)NoNoNov 2026
2Chicago CTA Metro MapChicago CTA Metro MapFree4.6β˜… (155)YesYesOct 2026
3Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Free4.6β˜… (33K)YesYesNov 2026
4Chicago Subway CTA L TrainChicago Subway CTA L TrainFree4.6β˜… (956)NoYesNov 2026
5Chicago Subway mapChicago Subway mapFreeβ€”NoNoOct 2026
6Kokomo MetroKokomo MetroFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
7Chicago Offline Map and Travel Trip GuideChicago Offline Map and Travel Trip GuideFreeβ€”NoYesOct 2026
8EL TrackerEL TrackerFree4.9β˜… (83)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Chicago Metro

Ventra#1

Ventra by Chicago Transit Authority

Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
1.9😞(3.5K ratings)
Free
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Manage your public transit fares and tickets for Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace services. Load value, buy Metra mobile tickets, and access real-time arrival information all in one place. Add your Ventra Card to your iPhone for seamless travel.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Easy to use
  • πŸš€ Convenient for transit
  • πŸš€ Helpful for visitors
  • πŸš€ Reliable payment processing

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Frequent crashes and bugs
  • πŸ› Inaccurate arrival/departure times
  • πŸ› Confusing user interface
  • πŸ› Unreliable login and account management
  • πŸ› Payment issues and declined transactions
  • πŸ› Lack of customer support
Chicago CTA Metro Map#2

Chicago CTA Metro Map by Mapway Inc.

L Train Map and Planner
Strong Contender
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.6(155 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Navigate Chicago's CTA transit system with ease. This app offers interactive maps, real-time train departures, and offline journey planning to help you get around the city efficiently. Save your favorite routes and enjoy a step-by-step guide for stress-free travel.

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.#3

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. by Kramer Concepts, LLC

Chicago Bus & Train Tracker
Worth Considering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.6😊(33K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps you track Chicago's public transit. Get real-time bus and train arrival information, view stops on a map, and save your frequently used locations for quick access. It's designed to make your commute smoother.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Accurate for trains and buses
  • πŸš€ 99% accuracy on time rate
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive UI
  • πŸ‘ Excellent paired with Apple Watch
  • πŸ‘ Favorite transit app

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate arrival times
  • πŸ› Crashes on iPad
  • πŸ› Turns off audio when app is open
  • πŸ› Unreliable, with ghost buses and delayed updates
  • πŸ‘Ž Poor user interface

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FAQ about Chicago Metro

What are the best chicago metro apps for iPhone?
Ventra tops our chicago metro apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 1.9-star average from 3.5K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 20 of the top chicago metro apps we rank are free to download, including Ventra and Chicago CTA Metro Map.
Ventra has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 245+ chicago metro apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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