SBB FreeSurf

Name: SBB FreeSurf
Rating: 1.1 (890 reviews)
Author: Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB

By: Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB App

Free Internet on Swiss trains.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

181,379 ▲ 528

Data as of 2026-10-06

Rating:

1.10 +2

(890)

Version:

1.6.13

Last updated: 2026-06-25

Ranking

#168,805 ▼ 360

Overall

Features & Capabilities

SBB FreeSurf offers passengers free internet access on all Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) long-distance trains, including IC and IR services. Utilizing excellent mobile coverage along Swiss rail routes, it delivers faster and smoother internet connections with more bandwidth than typical train Wi-Fi.

Customers holding mobile contracts from providers like digitec, Quickline, Salt (including Das Abo, GoMo, Lidl Connect), Sunrise, or Swisscom can surf the internet free of charge by using the SBB FreeSurf app. International passengers with SIM cards (including eSIMs) from participating providers also benefit from this service.

Simply open the SBB FreeSurf app upon boarding; automatic detection using beacons confirms eligibility. Registration requires only a mobile phone number, after which an SMS confirms free internet access during the journey. Trains featuring free internet are marked with “FS” in the online timetable, ensuring a convenient and reliable connection throughout your trip.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Communication

By:

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB

Downloads:

181,379 528

Rating:

1.10

(890) 2 new ratings

Version:

1.6.13 Last updated: 2026-06-25

Version code:

10600139

Creation date:

2020-12-03

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT Moderate risk
android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN Moderate risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE Moderate risk
android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

33.23MB

Email:

fr*****@sbb.ch

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-10-06

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Developed by:: Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.sbb.beacons.freesurf
Email:: fr*****@sbb.ch
Website:: https://www.sbb.ch/en/timetable/mobile-apps/mobile-apps/freesurf.html

User Reviews

Users appreciate the concept of providing free internet access on Swiss trains and note it makes travel more comfortable, especially for those without unlimited data. However, common issues include the app requiring a Swiss phone number or SIM card, frequent disconnections, high battery consumption, and incompatibility with devices lacking cellular connections. Many users find the app overcomplicated, needing multiple permissions, and believe a simple WiFi hotspot with login page would be a better solution.

Pros

Provides free internet connection on Swiss trains
Makes travel more comfortable for users without unlimited data
App works well on iPhone devices
Allows mobile data quality internet access instead of traditional WiFi

Cons

Requires users to have a Swiss phone number or SIM card, which excludes tourists and travelers abroad
App frequently disconnects and requires manual reconnection
Consumes battery power heavily running in the background
Does not support devices without cellular connectivity such as laptops and tablets without SIM cards
App requires many permissions like Bluetooth, location and data usage, raising privacy concerns

Recent reviews

I happen to use ALDI mobile, so I'm out of luck. The system is overcomplicated for what it does and even for swiss customers it won't work in random cases like mine.

Ar***** 2026-07-19

Only works with a Swiss number!? Completely useless. Edit: I use an eSim for data all the time but getting one with a new number is massively inconvenient! Requiring this to use the WiFi on swiss trains is absurd and discriminatory against tourists