KakaoMetro
Travel smarter across Seoul, Busan, and beyond with real-location maps, the fastest routes, and expert carriage tips for your easiest commute yet.
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3M+User Rating
Total Ratings
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Stop guessing where to stand. We show you exactly which carriage to board to be closest to your specific exit or transfer stairs.
Orient yourself with ease using maps that reflect real-world locations and landmarks across Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, and Daejeon.
Get the absolute fastest path based on current timetables, with smart arrival alarms so you never miss your stop in an unfamiliar city.
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Summary
Users express extreme dissatisfaction with the app, primarily due to highly inaccurate real-time subway information, including unreliable timetables, arrival times, and delayed train updates. Many report significant issues with navigation and transfer guidance, often leading to missed trains or inefficient routes, with some finding competitor apps to be more accurate. Furthermore, users frequently criticize the lack of timely updates for route changes and general app reliability. Specific bugs reported include issues with dark mode and station name display on iOS 26.1, and some users experience GPS/location errors or issues with features like boarding platform information and real-time alarms on iOS.
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Description
Latest Version
1.4.27
Size
96.2 MB
First Released
Jun 7, 2016
Join over 3 million travelers. Download KakaoMetro today for precision routes, real-time arrival alarms, and the expert tips you need to master Seoul’s transit system.
Everything you need to know about KakaoMetro
KakaoMetro is a subway navigation app, an improved version of the former Subway Navigation. It offers subway maps, optimized routes, and detailed station information.
KakaoMetro's subway maps cover Seoul Metropolitan, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, and Daejeon. The maps accurately reflect real station locations and include landmarks.
Yes, KakaoMetro provides information on which subway carriage to board. This feature directs users to the carriage nearest to the stairs or ticket gate at their destination exit.
Yes, KakaoMetro displays the fastest routes to your destination. It calculates these routes based on current timetables provided by Seoul Metro and other transit corporations.
KakaoMetro requests optional access for Location (nearby stations), Push Notifications (arrival alarm), Camera (reporting info), and Photo (reporting info).
Yes, users can fully use the KakaoMetro service even if they do not grant any of the optional access permissions.
Yes, KakaoMetro can show the farthest station you can reach if you miss the last train. This feature helps users plan alternative travel options.
Yes, KakaoMetro allows users to share their estimated arrival time. This feature facilitates sharing with friends and family, specifically via KakaoTalk.
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