# SmarTrip > SmarTrip® is the way to pay for Metro & other public transit in the DC area Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wmata.smartrip](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wmata.smartrip) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.wmata.smartrip` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority - **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL - **Downloads:** 723,789 - **Rating:** 2.02 / 5 (1,356 ratings) - **Version:** 2.0.142 - **Last updated:** 2026-02-11 - **First published:** 2021-06-02 - **Publisher country:** US - **Size:** 70 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-15 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wmata.smartrip) - **Website:** [https://www.wmata.com/contactus](https://www.wmata.com/contactus) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.wmata.com/about/records/privacy.cfm](https://www.wmata.com/about/records/privacy.cfm) ## Description **SmarTrip** is the official app designed to help you manage your SmarTrip® card and account conveniently. While the app itself does not facilitate direct payment for transit or parking fares, it offers essential account management features such as balance protection registration, SmartBenefits checking, Auto-Reload setup, and purchasing unlimited transit passes that save you money. To pay for rides or parking, simply add SmarTrip to your Google Wallet. Within minutes, you'll have your SmarTrip card in Google Wallet, ready to tap and pay anywhere SmarTrip is accepted throughout the Washington DC area public transit system. This app complements your transit experience by ensuring your SmarTrip account is up-to-date and secure. For additional support, users can chat online at WMATA.COM/CHAT or call 888-SMARTRIP (888-762-7874). Embrace a smarter way to travel with SmarTrip! ## Rankings - #82,106 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.NFC` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW` - `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC` - `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.fingerprints.service.ACCESS_FINGERPRINT_MANAGER` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES` - `com.samsung.android.providers.context.permission.WRITE_USE_APP_FEATURE_SURVEY` - `com.wmata.smartrip.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary The SmarTrip Android app is largely criticized for UX and reliability problems. Key recurring issues include top-up and wallet integration difficulties, onboarding/activation and login problems, navigation/search usability problems (especially due to the top placement of the search bar and screen notches), and frequent crashes or non-functionality. Many users report that the app only works at some terminals and depends on physical cards for core features. A minority note improvements after updates, but overall sentiment is negative with a strong call for a major overhaul. ### Pros - The app has potential usefulness for managing transit cards and payments if core UX and funding issues are fixed. - Some users report improvements after updates, suggesting bugs can be reduced over time. - There is audience interest in wallet/digital-card integration, which could add value if implemented well. ### Cons - Cannot fund or top up directly in the app; top-up may be delayed or not instantly reflected, with reports of funds not appearing or issues transferring to the card. - Registration/activation problems to create or verify an account, plus recurring login/reset issues. - Poor UX/navigation, especially the search function being placed near the top of the screen and difficult typing locations; accessibility issues due to notches/camera cutouts. - Frequent crashes or the app being non-functional, including compatibility/update problems and limited compatibility with devices. - Limited or awkward use: sometimes only works at certain terminals, and digital-wallet/card management often requires a physical card or isn’t fully supported, with cards sometimes disappearing or being hard to move between devices. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Smart Ride App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.genfare.mobile2.stcloud) — 7,153 users, 3.67 / 5 - [SamTrans Mobile](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.bytemark.sam) — 37,043 users, 3.78 / 5 - [OmniRide OmniPay](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ttpapps.omniride) — 15,230 users, 3.37 / 5 - [Clipper](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.clippercard.mobile.clipper) — 694,683 users, 1.98 / 5 - [CharmPass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.baltimore.mta.mobiletickets) — 324,237 users, 4.46 / 5 - [Pay4MyRide Wallet](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.sliptrac.pay4myride.wallet) — 5 users - [TravelPass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.venuraka.travelpass) — 15 users - [I-Metro Bus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.imetro.bus) — 92 users - [SMRT Micro](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ecolane.santamaria) — 1,234 users, 4.40 / 5 - [Metro Transit](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.metrotransit.mt.mobiletickets) — 428,182 users, 3.17 / 5 - [CamTran Pay](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.modeshift.camtran) — 1,187 users, 2.60 / 5 - [Smart Metro BD](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mniprince.mrt) — 199 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wmata.smartrip)