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Roue Libre vs Citymapper: catalog facts
Roue LibreCitymapper

Best for: Bike-share riders who want private, offline route planning

Best for: Commuters and visitors getting around big cities by public transport

Free

Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.

Free + paid options

Free to use, with some features reserved for the paid CLUB membership.

Android Android, iOS, Web
  • Map, search and routing work offline
  • Combines walking and cycling in one route
All 3 strengths for Roue Libre
  • Map, search and routing work offline
  • Combines walking and cycling in one route
  • No tracking; only bike availability uses the network
  • Covers more than 400 major cities
  • Live bus locations, traffic and diversions
All 3 strengths for Citymapper
  • Covers more than 400 major cities
  • Live bus locations, traffic and diversions
  • Available on iPhone, Android and the web
  • Android only
  • Live availability needs a connection
All 3 limitations for Roue Libre
  • Android only
  • Live availability needs a connection
  • Small, new project
  • Only covers larger transit cities
  • Some features require a CLUB membership
All 3 limitations for Citymapper
  • Only covers larger transit cities
  • Some features require a CLUB membership
  • Shows advertising
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Open source Not open source
License: GPL-3.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Offline features available Not stated if it works offline
Sources for Roue Libre

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

Sources for Citymapper

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.