Bolt: Request a Ride

Bolt: Request a Ride

Ride-hailing made easy

180K ratings
3818 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 24, 2013
  • October 12, 2026

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Easily request rides across town, to the airport, or rent scooters and e-bikes. Enjoy transparent pricing, multiple payment options, and real-time driver tracking for safe and convenient travel.

✓Request rides in seconds
✓Transparent upfront pricing
✓Multiple payment options
✓Real-time driver tracking
✓Schedule rides in advance
✓Rent scooters and e-bikes
✓Parcel delivery service
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What's New in Bolt

254.0

October 12, 2026

Thanks for using Bolt! We regularly update the app to provide a consistently high-quality experience. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements. Enjoying Bolt? Please leave a rating! Your feedback helps us improve.

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Last updated on October 15, 2026.

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User reviews

Moyen

Taux d’annulation de courses assez élevé par les chauffeurs, souvent ils sont à moins de 5 minutes de chez toi. Le temps du passager a aussi une valeur

a hassle

It’s a cheaper alternative but i honestly hate how it takes money out of my account randomly for “pending transactions” and i’ve had to contact support 3 times to fix this!

Bait and switch

I have used this app on 5 occasions so far while visiting London. Each time, I book a ride because the app shows a certain pick up time (such as driver will arrive in five minutes). And each time, the app has kept me waiting on the street for 20 minutes or longer because the driver cancels the ride. This happens repeatedly and is a major flaw. Stick to Uber.
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You Need A Better Pickup System at the Airport

The driver was great, the ride was great, but the pickup was awful. There is no system. In the U.S., the system tells you what kind of car, what the license plate of the car is, what the driver’s first name is. There is no guesswork. Early this morning there were at least 10 Bolt cars in line with no clue as to which one was my ride. I got lucky, because there was an old guy who first tried to put me in a taxi, then, miraculously, he found my Bolt driver. It was pure luck. Please ge a better system for pickup at the airport.
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Poorly maintained

Bike had a flat tire and dragging pedals. Took it back immediately but still charged for the ride.

Response from developer

Hello, we noticed the bike was poorly maintained, with a flat tire and dragging pedals, especially after you took it back right away and were still charged. Vehicles are expected to be in good, rideable condition, and we can review the billing for this trip. Thank you for flagging this so we can make it right.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Charges for rides that never happened

Bug

App glitches and crashes

Bug

Incorrect driver information displayed

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Add tipping option for drivers

Feature

Improve route planning for scooters/bikes

Feature

Allow multiple stops in a single trip

Feature

Implement two-step verification options

Feature

FAQ

What does the Bolt app do?

The Bolt app allows users to easily request rides from drivers, rent electric scooters and e-bikes for short trips, and even arrange for package deliveries within their city. It aims to make getting around more convenient and affordable.

What are the key features of Bolt?

Key features include the ability to request rides in seconds with top-rated drivers, see fares upfront for transparent pricing, and choose from various ride types. Users can also track their driver in real-time, schedule rides in advance, and utilize safety features like an emergency assist button.

How much does Bolt cost?

The app itself is free to download and use for requesting rides. While rides have a cost, Bolt offers transparent pricing with fares shown upfront. There is also an optional 'Bolt Plus' subscription for premium features and savings, and users can rent scooters and e-bikes for a fee.

Is Bolt available in my city?

Bolt is available in over 600 cities across 50 countries worldwide. You can check the full list of supported cities on their official website. Availability of specific ride types, like electric vehicles or car-sharing, may vary by location.

What are common use cases for Bolt?

Common use cases include requesting a ride across town for daily commutes or errands, booking an airport transfer for travel, renting a scooter or e-bike to navigate traffic quickly, and using the 'Send' ride type for convenient parcel delivery.