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Flywheel - The Taxi App

Flywheel - The Taxi App

by Flywheel Software, Inc.

180 ratings
93 reviews
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Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 13, 2012
  • October 9, 2025

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Flywheel Software, Inc.
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About

Request, track, and pay for taxi rides seamlessly from your iPhone. This app connects you with licensed professional drivers and offers consistent, affordable fares without surge pricing. Available in select West Coast cities.

✓Request rides with one tap
✓Live driver tracking on map
✓Automatic payment via phone
✓Licensed and insured drivers
✓No surge pricing
✓Consistent fares
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Flywheel. Based on 180 reviews and a 2.8/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 11 negatives reviewers mention most about this Travel app.

Positive things

  • 🚖Professional licensed taxi drivers with city knowledge
  • 🚀Fast pickup times (typically 2-10 minutes)
  • 💰No surge pricing like rideshare competitors
  • 🔒Fingerprint background checks for safety
  • 📱Convenient app-based ordering system
  • 🌍Supports local economy and drivers
  • 💳Multiple payment options including Apple Pay

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes on iOS
  • 🐛Payment processing failures and errors
  • 🐛Address/location detection problems
  • 🐛Login and authentication issues
  • 📍GPS inaccuracy and address confusion
  • 💳Unexpected overcharges and billing errors
  • 📞Poor customer service and unresponsive support
  • 🚫Drivers canceling rides without notice
  • ⏰Declining driver availability
  • 🔄Stuck in ride loop preventing new bookings
  • ❌Unreliable scheduled ride feature
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What's New in Flywheel

5.9.7

October 9, 2025

Performance improvements and bug fixes

User reviews

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This app is totally broken on iOS

I’ve downloaded this thing for the third time in the row after deleting it. I used to use flywheel when I was in Seattle, but for whatever reason got rid of it, I don’t recall. Every time I navigate to the part to update my payment details and complete the app crashes. Then the app will not open again… ever. I have to delete the app and start over. There is something seriously wrong with it and it seems the programmers are doing nothing to fix it based on other reviews I’ve read here. I give up.
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flymiesterflymiester

Don’t waste your time

Having to pay just for an estimate- bit ridiculous.
PandaPanzyPandaPanzy

Once great now meh

I used to be a loyal flywheel for years but now their service is terrible. There are fewer cabs available and I had one cancel on me when I was in urgent need of a ride. So ignore wondering why uber and Waymo are so bit well here’s you’re answer . It is sad because it used to be a really reliable app
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CatbusSFCatbusSF

Crashes every time I try to login or sign up

This app is 100% broken.
XavierVSmytheXavierVSmythe

not working on ios26

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crakinncrakinn
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Developer apps

Flywheel Driver
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Reported Bugs

15 issues

App crashes when updating payment details

Bug

App crashes when entering credit card manually

Bug

App crashes when selecting 'Later' for scheduled rides

Bug

Login screen loops preventing access

Bug

Stuck in active ride state preventing new bookings

Bug

Apple Pay integration fails with error messages

Bug

Card scanning feature causes app to close

Bug

Address search field frozen or non-functional

Bug

Pickup and drop-off locations get reversed

Bug

Map functionality broken after OS updates

Bug

Automatic charges triggered by opening payments tab

Bug

Cancel button blocked by notch on newer phones

Bug

Driver phone call feature shows 'no active order' error

Bug

App crashes on startup for some users

Bug

Scheduled rides canceled without user notification

Bug
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Requested Features

10 requests

Text-based address input instead of map-only navigation

Feature

Ride fare estimation before payment method entry

Feature

Instant messaging feature with drivers

Feature

Automatic receipt generation and email delivery

Feature

Ability to cancel rides from within app

Feature

Real-time driver ETA updates

Feature

Toll road integration for driver navigation

Feature

Payment method update option for declined cards

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Advance ride scheduling without crashes

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Driver phone contact functionality that works reliably

Feature

FAQ

What does Flywheel do?

Flywheel is an application that allows users to easily request, track, and pay for taxi rides directly from their iPhone. It connects users with licensed and insured professional drivers, providing a convenient and reliable transportation option.

What are the key features of Flywheel?

Key features include hailing a ride with a single tap, tracking your driver's approach on a live map, receiving arrival notifications, and paying automatically with your phone. The app also ensures you always pay the same fare, without surge pricing.

How much does Flywheel cost?

The Flywheel app itself is free to download and use. You only pay for the taxi rides you take, and the app guarantees consistent fares without surge pricing, making it an affordable option.

Where is Flywheel available?

Currently, Flywheel is available in the San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Portland, and San Diego. Users in these locations can utilize the app to book taxi services.

Is Flywheel a good alternative to other ride-sharing apps?

Flywheel offers a reliable and convenient way to book traditional taxi services, differentiating itself with consistent, non-surge pricing and a focus on licensed professional drivers. It provides a seamless experience for users seeking taxi transportation.