Comparing the two transit apps to help you pick the right one for Canada.
| Compass | Transit App | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Vancouver's transit fare card and app. Covers SkyTrain, buses, SeaBus, and West Coast Express across Metro Vancouver. | A Canadian-made app that provides real-time transit information across dozens of Canadian cities. Shows bus and train arrivals, trip plans, and nearby stops. |
| Essential? | No | No |
| Pro Tip | Buy a Compass card at any SkyTrain station. The stored-value fare is cheaper than a single cash fare, and unused balance is refundable when you leave. | Transit App was built in Montreal and has exceptionally deep Canadian transit data. It covers smaller cities that Google Maps sometimes misses for real-time arrivals. |
| App Store | - | Download |
| Play Store | - | Download |
We recommend Compass for transit in Canada. Buy a Compass card at any SkyTrain station. The stored-value fare is cheaper than a single cash fare, and unused balance is refundable when you leave.
