# Apps to Prepare Alongside WeChat | Test My WeChat

> Build a practical travel phone around WeChat, with official links for a backup wallet, navigation, rides and bookings.

Canonical URL: https://testmywechat.com/china-apps/

Start with WeChat, then add only the tools your itinerary needs. These links lead to official app listings so you can review the publisher and device requirements before installing.

Reviewed 27 October 2026

##  Payment apps

### WeChat

Your main app here: stay in touch, open the scanner and complete WeChat Pay setup in the official wallet area.

[iOS — WeChat](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wechat/id414478124)[Android — WeChat](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tencent.mm)

[Official website — WeChat](https://www.wechat.com/)

### Alipay

Prepare Alipay separately if you want a second mobile wallet alongside WeChat.

[iOS — Alipay](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/alipay-simplify-your-life/id333206289)[Android — Alipay](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eg.android.AlipayGphone)

[Official website — Alipay](https://render.alipay.com/p/s/download)

##  Transport

### Amap

Use Amap to look up destinations and plan the route from your current location.

[iOS — Amap](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/amap-global/id461703208)[Android — Amap](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.autonavi.minimap)

[Official website — Amap](https://www.amap.com/)

### Baidu Maps

Check local places and route options in Baidu Maps before setting off.

[iOS — Baidu Maps](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id452186370)[Android — Baidu Maps](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.baidu.BaiduMap)

[Official website — Baidu Maps](https://map.baidu.com/)

### DiDi

Keep a dedicated ride-booking option available for journeys where you need a car.

[iOS — DiDi](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/didi-china-ride-hailing/id554499054)[Android — DiDi](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sdu.didi.psnger)

[Official website — DiDi](https://www.didiglobal.com/)

### Apple Maps

An existing navigation option for Apple users planning routes in mainland China.

Available on Apple devices. There is no native Android app.

[iOS — Apple Maps](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-maps/id915056765)

[Official website — Apple Maps](https://www.apple.com/maps/)

### MetroMan

Consult subway maps and compare station-to-station routes for your city visits.

[iOS — MetroMan](https://apps.apple.com/app/id466351433)[Android — MetroMan](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xinlukou.metroman)

[Official website — MetroMan](https://www.metroman.cn/en/apps)

##  Communication

### WeChat

Keep accommodation and travel contacts reachable in the same app you are preparing for payments.

[iOS — WeChat](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wechat/id414478124)[Android — WeChat](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tencent.mm)

[Official website — WeChat](https://www.wechat.com/)

##  Travel & booking

### Trip.com

Manage accommodation and transport bookings through a travel platform with international support.

[iOS — Trip.com](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trip-com-book-flights-hotels/id681752345)[Android — Trip.com](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ctrip.english)

[Book with Trip.com — Trip.com](https://www.trip.com/?Allianceid=5618642&SID=334374125&trip_sub1=&trip_sub3=D20541768)The Trip.com booking link is an affiliate link. We may earn a commission if you book through it.

### Agoda

Review accommodation choices and reservation details for each stop on your itinerary.

[iOS — Agoda](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/agoda-cheap-flights-hotels/id440676901)[Android — Agoda](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.agoda.mobile.consumer)

[Official website — Agoda](https://www.agoda.com/)

### Railway 12306

Check the official railway app for train schedules and ticket arrangements.

[iOS — Railway 12306](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id564818797)[Android — Railway 12306](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chinarailway.globalticketing)

[Official website — Railway 12306](https://www.12306.cn/en/index.html)

App availability and languages can vary by region. Check the publisher before downloading.

[China payment checklist](https://testmywechat.com/guides/china-payment-checklist/)[Prepare WeChat Pay](https://testmywechat.com/guides/wechat-pay-setup/)