Lyft:
- Founders: Logan Green, John Zimmer
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: San Francisco, California, USA
- Product Categories: Ride-Sharing, Bikes, Scooters, Lyft Lux
- Description: Lyft is a major competitor to Uber, offering ride-sharing services in the U.S. and Canada. The company focuses on providing an easy-to-use app for riders and drivers, aiming to build strong community relations through friendly service.
- Key Features:
- Ride-sharing service (economy, luxury, and XL rides)
- Lyft Lux for premium services
- Lyft Bikes and Scooters for short-distance travel
- Scheduled rides in advance
- In-app tipping for drivers
- Insurance coverage for drivers
- Car rental options
Didi Chuxing :
- Founders: Cheng Wei, Jean Liu
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: Beijing, China
- Product Categories: Ride-Sharing, Taxi Services, Car Rentals, Bike-Sharing
- Description: Didi Chuxing is a dominant player in the Chinese market, offering a wide range of services from ride-sharing to food delivery. It has expanded its reach to several countries and acquired Uber’s China operations in 2016.
- Key Features:
- Ride-sharing (standard, luxury, and express rides)
- Multi-modal transport (taxis, bikes, e-bikes)
- Carpooling services
- Didi delivery services for food
- Integration with smart city initiatives
- In-app payment system with rewards
- Advanced safety features for passengers and drivers
Ola :
- Founders: Bhavish Aggarwal, Ankit Bhati
- Founded Year: 2010
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, India
- Product Categories: Ride-Sharing, Auto Rickshaws, Electric Vehicles
- Description: Ola is a leading ride-sharing platform in India, offering rides for both drivers and passengers. It also provides auto-rickshaw and electric vehicle rides in select cities, competing directly with Uber in Asia.
- Key Features:
- Ride-sharing for cars, autos, and electric vehicles
- Ola Share for carpooling
- Ola Play (in-car entertainment system)
- Cashless payment and wallet integration
- Scheduled ride options
- Ola for Business (corporate solutions)
- Partnered with local authorities to offer safe rides
Bolt (formerly Taxify) :
- Founders: Markus Villig
- Founded Year: 2013
- Headquarters: Tallinn, Estonia
- Product Categories: Ride-Sharing, Electric Scooters, Food Delivery
- Description: Bolt is a popular European ride-hailing service that focuses on affordable, efficient rides. With an emphasis on fast service and low fares, Bolt competes with Uber across Europe, Africa, and other markets.
- Key Features:
- Affordable pricing with no surge charges
- Ride-sharing for cars and electric scooters
- In-app food delivery service (Bolt Food)
- Fast ride availability
- Integration with public transportation options
- Option to book rides via web or app
- Driver incentives and rewards
Grab :
- Founders: Anthony Tan, Tan Hooi Ling
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: Singapore
- Product Categories: Ride-Hailing, Food Delivery, Digital Payments, Financial Services
- Description: Grab is Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, offering a combination of ride-hailing, food delivery, and digital payment services. It competes with Uber in Southeast Asia, focusing on providing multiple services in one platform.
- Key Features:
- Ride-hailing (cars, motorcycles, and taxis)
- GrabFood for food delivery
- GrabPay for digital wallet and payments
- GrabExpress for parcel delivery
- Grab for Business (corporate transportation)
- Rewards program and offers
- Integration with local services and promotions
Beat :
- Founders: Nikos Drandakis
- Founded Year: 2011
- Headquarters: Athens, Greece
- Product Categories: Ride-Hailing, Taxi Services
- Description: Beat is a leading ride-hailing service in Greece, Latin America, and several other regions. Its user-friendly interface and local approach have made it a competitive alternative to Uber in some markets.
- Key Features:
- Ride-hailing for taxis and private cars
- Affordable pricing with competitive fares
- In-app tipping for drivers
- Scheduled ride options
- Integration with Google Maps for better navigation
- Beat for Business (corporate rides)
- In-app chat and call services for drivers and riders
Lyft Line :
- Founders: Logan Green, John Zimmer
- Founded Year: 2012
- Headquarters: San Francisco, California, USA
- Product Categories: Ride-Sharing, Carpooling
- Description: Lyft Line is Lyft’s carpooling service that enables multiple riders to share a ride, reducing the cost of transportation. It offers an affordable way to travel while minimizing the environmental impact.
- Key Features:
- Affordable carpooling options
- Option to select drivers in real-time
- Pre-scheduled ride bookings
- Integration with public transport
- Low-cost ride options for commuters
- Seamless payment via the app
- Support for both standard and Lyft Lux services
Curb :
- Founders: Curb Mobility
- Founded Year: 2009
- Headquarters: New York City, USA
- Product Categories: Ride-Hailing, Taxi Services
- Description: Curb connects users to licensed, professional drivers via a mobile app. Primarily available in the U.S., Curb offers a reliable taxi service and competes with Uber by targeting riders who prefer traditional taxis.
- Key Features:
- Access to a fleet of licensed taxi drivers
- In-app taxi booking with real-time tracking
- Payment via app with receipts
- Ability to book rides in advance
- Cashless payments for convenience
- Ride-sharing options for high-demand areas
- Integration with taxi companies across the U.S.
Juno :
- Founders: Talmon Marco, Oren Shoval
- Founded Year: 2016
- Headquarters: New York City, USA
- Product Categories: Ride-Hailing, Taxi Services
- Description: Juno is a ride-hailing company focused on providing better pay for its drivers. It operates in New York City and aims to compete with Uber by offering higher driver compensation and better customer service.
- Key Features:
- Higher driver payouts and incentives
- Competitive pricing for riders
- Transparent payment structure for drivers
- Personalization options for riders (music, temperature)
- Rider and driver ratings for improved service
- In-app support for customer service
- Premium car options for luxury rides
Gett :
- Founders: Dave Waiser, Liran Ben-Yair
- Founded Year: 2010
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Product Categories: Ride-Hailing, Taxi Services
- Description: Gett offers a ride-hailing service with a focus on corporate clients. The company operates in multiple cities worldwide, providing taxi rides and private hire vehicles to both individuals and businesses.
- Key Features:
- Ride-hailing for taxis and private hire vehicles
- Business services with corporate accounts
- Instant booking and real-time tracking
- In-app payment and receipts
- 24/7 customer support
- Corporate ride billing and expense management
- Integration with major taxi fleets
