Best Shanghai Transportation Card Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Finding the right shanghai transportation card apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Shanghai Transportation Card Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Shanghai Transportation CardShanghai Transportation CardFree5.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
2Explore ShanghaiExplore ShanghaiFree4.7★ (1.3K)YesYesOct 2026
3Trip Reader (NFC)Trip Reader (NFC)Free4.7★ (483)NoNoOct 2026
4Shanghai Travel Guide .Shanghai Travel Guide .Free3.9★ (21)NoYesSep 2026
5Shanghai Travel Guide with Metro Map and Route Planner NavigatorShanghai Travel Guide with Metro Map and Route Planner NavigatorFree2.0★ (1)NoYesSep 2026
6Shanghai Subway MapShanghai Subway MapFree—NoNoSep 2026
7Transportation card balanceTransportation card balanceFree5.0★ (5)YesYesOct 2026
8SH MaaSSH MaaSFree3.0★ (6)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Shanghai Transportation Card

Explore Shanghai#2

Explore Shanghai by ExploreMetro

Shanghai Metro map
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.7😊(1.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Navigate Shanghai's metro system with an up-to-date, offline map and route planner. Features include GPS station finder, integrated street maps for exits, and support for English and Chinese.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient route planning
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🗺️ Accurate and up-to-date maps
  • 🔊 Voice announcements for station names
  • 💰 Helpful fare and travel time information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Missing new metro lines and stations
  • 🗺️ Lack of offline street maps
  • 💰 Paid features not worth the cost
  • 🔄 Restore purchases not working
  • 📢 Ads in paid version
Trip Reader (NFC)#3

Trip Reader (NFC) by Domosekai Limited

For China Public Transit Cards
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7(483 ratings)
Free
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Access your Chinese public transit card's balance and transaction history using your iPhone's NFC reader. View station names, monthly discounts, and bus routes without needing internet or Bluetooth. Save your travel history and sync it across devices.

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FAQ about Shanghai Transportation Card

What are the best shanghai transportation card apps for iPhone?
Shanghai Transportation Card tops our shanghai transportation card apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top shanghai transportation card apps we rank are free to download, including Shanghai Transportation Card and Explore Shanghai.
Shanghai Transportation Card has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ shanghai transportation card apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.