# Q Ticketing

> Transit in Greater Houston

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1467914008](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1467914008)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1467914008`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County
- **Category:** Travel
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (11,914 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.135
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-02
- **First published:** 2019-08-20
- **Size:** 108 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-06-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/q-ticketing/id1467914008)
- **Website:** [https://www.ridemetro.org](https://www.ridemetro.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ridemetro.org/privacy-policy/](https://www.ridemetro.org/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Q Ticketing provides a streamlined way to pay for Houston METRO transit. Purchase single ride tickets for buses and rails, day passes, or Park & Ride tickets with credit card, PayPal, or Apple Pay, with immediate ticket activation.

Tickets can be activated offline, you can buy and activate multiple tickets for up to 30 passengers at a time, and individual tickets are valid for up to two years from the purchase date. The app links to METRO TRIP for routes and schedules, and supports iOS devices (iOS 13+).

## Review summary

Users find Q Ticketing easy and convenient with clear cost savings, but reliability suffers from payment issues, login problems, and outages. The app lacks some funding/wallet features and offers limited options (e.g., wallet integration, student discounts, more transit options). Top positives are usability and service; top negatives are payments, authentication, and downtime that block purchases.

### Pros

- Easy to use, convenient, and quick to sign up/purchase tickets
- Positive user experience with long-term loyalty and overall satisfaction
- Cost savings and promotions (lower fares, free rides, discount examples)
- Good customer service perceived by users
- Pleasant ride experiences and appreciation for drivers and service quality

### Cons

- Payment methods and availability issues (Apple Pay removal, cards not working, cannot add payment methods)
- Login and verification problems (failed logins, verification emails not arriving, broken help pages)
- App outages or downtime preventing ticket purchases for extended periods
- Gaps in functionality (difficulty loading funds/top-up Q card, wallet integration requests)
- Missing features and options (WePay wallet support, student discounts, more transit options)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1467914008)