Comparing the two transit apps to help you pick the right one for Sweden.
| SL | UL | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Official Stockholm County app for journey planning, live information and single, visitor or period tickets. | Official journey and ticket app for Uppsala County buses, local rail and applicable Arlanda connections. |
| Essential? | Yes | No |
| Pro Tip | Temporary visitors can register a payment card without Swedish ID. Mobile tickets need activation; direct card taps cover simple pay-as-you-go journeys. | First purchase needs phone verification and card registration. Because current ratings report failures, know the machine or on-bus card fallback before travel. |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend SL for transit in Sweden. Temporary visitors can register a payment card without Swedish ID. Mobile tickets need activation; direct card taps cover simple pay-as-you-go journeys.
SL is our top recommendation for transit in Sweden. Official Stockholm County app for journey planning, live information and single, visitor or period tickets.
SL vs UL in Sweden