MOTU - Grand Rapids Parking

MOTU - Grand Rapids Parking

Park. Pay. Be on your way.

592 ratings
89 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 24, 2018
  • June 15, 2026

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Manage your parking sessions effortlessly with the official Grand Rapids parking app. Pay, extend, and stop your parking sessions directly from your smartphone, avoiding the need for coins or physical meters. Receive alerts before your session ends and view future rate changes, including free parking periods.

Pay for parking on the go
Extend parking sessions remotely
Stop sessions early to save money
View future parking rate changes
Receive parking session end alerts
Manage parking history
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What users say

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What's New in MOTU

9.8.1

June 15, 2026

Minor enhancements and bug fixes.

User reviews

Needs help

“Payment Failed” error every time I try to pay for parking via the app. It used to work for me 2 yrs ago. What happened ? ??

Crazy service fees

What do you mean I should pay 25 cts for each transaction? That’s around 20% of the parking fee for less than one hour. That’s a scam. Use the public born to pay parking.

Ticketed

I have received TWO parking tickets while trying to use this app to pay for parking because both times didn’t process.

Convenience fees are bogus

Charging me to park is one thing, but then having the city mandated app charge me a fee to use the app to pay to park is a whole different thing altogether. Also, the app needs to be better at showing you when enforcement isn’t being checked, instead of just throwing some generic error

App is down half of the time

I get that parking apps are not popular in general, but Motu is especially bad. Half of the time I open the app, the service is down and won’t let me pay for my zone. I’ve also had the actual kiosks not working a number of times. 2 days ago, the app was down and the kiosk was frozen (in front of planet fitness). I called and they told me to find a new space (no “sorry” or “well fix it as soon as we can”). I’ve also been double charged by kiosks twice.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App fails to recognize valid zone numbers

Bug

Payment processing errors

Bug

Parking sessions not starting properly

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Allow pre-payment for parking sessions

Feature

Provide better expiration notifications

Feature

Improve reliability and reduce outages

Feature

Simplify the user interface

Feature

FAQ

What does the MOTU app do?

The MOTU app is the official parking application for Grand Rapids. It allows users to pay for, extend, and manage their parking sessions directly from their smartphone, eliminating the need for coins or physical meters. You can also view future parking rate changes and receive alerts when your session is about to end.

How do I pay for parking with the app?

To pay for parking, download the MOTU app, park in a designated MOTU zone, and then initiate and pay for your parking session directly from your phone. The app allows for quick and secure payment. You can also stop your session early if you don't need the full time, ensuring you only pay for what you use.

Is the MOTU app free to use?

Yes, the MOTU app is free to download and use. The app itself does not charge any fees. You will only pay for the actual parking time you use, as managed through the application. There are no in-app purchases or subscription costs associated with using the app.

Can I add more time to my parking session if needed?

Yes, you can easily add time to your parking session directly from your phone through the MOTU app. If your plans change and you need to stay parked longer, simply open the app and extend your session. This feature ensures your parking spot is secure even if your schedule shifts.

What are the benefits of using the MOTU app for parking?

The MOTU app offers several benefits, including the convenience of paying for parking without needing coins or visiting a meter. You can manage your entire parking session from your phone, stop it early to save money, and receive alerts before it expires. Additionally, you can view future parking rate changes, making budgeting for parking easier.