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Even among the most seasoned urban dwellers here at the App Store, this transit app is our go-to for navigating a city. It’s hands down the smartest way to explore cities using all the options available – whether that’s by public transport, electric scooter, taxi or on foot.

We knew we loved it when: We realised picking the perfect route depends on the moment. Sometimes we want to walk as little as possible. Sometimes reducing the number of transfers is a priority. (Travelled with extended family lately?) And, of course, there are times we just need to get there as fast as humanly possible. Citymapper gives us all the options – and continually refreshes its ETAs based on up-to-the-minute conditions.

The biggest surprise: How handy the Live Activities feature proved to be. See the number of stops until you reach your destination, right on your Lock Screen!

Our favourite discovery: That taking a bus to a bike share is often the most efficient way to get somewhere. We sometimes get stuck in a transport rut, but Citymapper’s smart algorithm has opened our eyes to all the options around us.