This app uses your phone's GPS to accurately calculate taxi and auto-rickshaw fares in real-time. It displays the distance traveled and the estimated cost, allowing you to compare it with the driver's meter. It supports numerous Indian cities and offers a custom fare option for other locations.
1.5
November 27, 2012
* Updated fares for Mumbai, India. * Changed fare updating system so you don't have to update the app everytime a fare changes, it automatically downloads them when they change. * Updated design. COMING SOON: iPhone 5 support.
MoreA-Rix Meter is a utility app that uses your phone's GPS to calculate taxi and auto-rickshaw fares in real-time. It helps you determine if you are being charged the correct amount by comparing its calculation to the driver's meter.
A-Rix Meter provides fare chart information for many Indian cities including Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, and Delhi. It also works with Meru cabs in select Indian cities and has a custom fare option for other locations.
The accuracy of A-Rix Meter depends on GPS accuracy, weather, and other environmental factors. While it aims to be accurate within 10 meters, there may be conditions where it is less precise. Users are advised to use the information at their own risk.
The provided data does not specify if A-Rix Meter contains advertisements. However, the app is free to download and use, and does not mention in-app purchases.
A-Rix Meter relies on GPS for its core functionality, which typically requires a clear view of the sky. While the app itself may function without an internet connection for GPS tracking, map features might require data.
A-Rix Meter has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. The app's primary function is to calculate fares and does not contain any content inappropriate for children.
The latest version of A-Rix Meter is 1.5, which was last updated on November 27, 2012. Given the age of the last update, it is unclear how frequently the app is currently maintained or updated.
Users benefit from A-Rix Meter by gaining confidence in fare payments, avoiding potential overcharging, and becoming more comfortable with public transport in new cities. Its integration with gMaps is also noted as a helpful feature.