Comparison

Communauto vs HOVR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Communauto

Access a large fleet of vehicles available 24/7 for short or long-term rentals. Pay only for the time and distance used, with gas and maintenance included. Book, locate, and manage your rentals easily through the app.

Highlights
  • Rent cars by the minute, hour, or day
  • Unlock and lock vehicles with the app
  • Locate and book FLEX cars for spontaneous trips
  • Filter vehicle searches and view key information
  • Manage reservations (modify, extend, cancel)
  • Share trips with co-members
  • Estimate trip costs and report issues
Features
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Join now and access a fleet of thousands of Communauto vehicles available 24/7 in Canada (Halifax, Montreal, Québec, Sherbrooke, Trois-Rivières, Gatineau, Boisbriand, Terrebonne, Rimouski, Vicoriaville, Laval, Sainte-Thérèse, MRC des Collines, Ottawa, Kingston, Toronto, Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Guelph, Cambridge, Edmonton, Calgary) and in France (Paris and surrounding areas). • Rent a carshare at low cost for a few minutes, an hour, a day or more and unlock it with the app! • Pay only according to use (time and distance). Gas and maintenance are included in our rates. How does it work? The Communauto app allows you to: • Search and book a vehicle up to 30 days in advance for planned trips • Locate and block a FLEX car for your spontaneous trips • Unlock and lock cars • Filter your vehicle searches and get key information: car number, model, location, etc. • View your upcoming, past or cancelled trips • Modify, extend or cancel your reservations • Share trips with your co-members • Be notified by notification before a booking starts, or when one of your purchase receipts is being processed • Estimate the cost of your trips and report any damage or uncleanliness • Activate the gas credit card or submit your gas receipts • View your account statement • Update your profile info Use Communauto: • To run some errands or to get to the restaurant • To explore your city or get to your activities • For your next family vacation • For a romantic getaway • For a work trip or meeting • For your next move • To get wherever you need to go! Communauto for businesses: • More freedom and less hassle: a fleet available day and night and 24/7 support • More simplicity, less management (maintenance included, simplified driver addition) and say goodbye to expense accounts (one detailed monthly bill) • Save money: only pay for the time and the distance travelled by employees. Price of gas included in the rates. Attractive flat rates for long-distance trips Don't wait any longer to test the Communauto carsharing service and take advantage of the many perks offered. Download the app now to discover the cars and stations near you! To find out more: www.communauto.com For any questions about the app, use our contact form.

About

HOVR

This ridesharing platform offers affordable and convenient on-demand transportation. Choose between private or paired rides, with transparent pricing and robust safety features for a secure and comfortable journey.

Highlights
  • Affordable rides
  • On-demand private and paired rides
  • In-app safety features
  • Transparent pricing
  • Swift pickups
  • Hassle-free in-app payments
Features
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Welcome to HOVR, the ridesharing platform designed with YOU in mind. Step into a world where affordability meets on-demand convenience, and fairness drives every journey. Why Riders Prefer HOVR: Affordable Rides, Every Time: Thanks to our unique model, enjoy rides that are lighter on your pocket without compromising on service. On-Demand Journeys: Need a solo ride or keen to share the trip with another rider? HOVR offers both private and paired rides, tailored to your preferences. Safe & Secure: Travel with confidence. Our in-app safety features ensure that you're protected every step of the way. Transparent Pricing: With HOVR, there are no hidden fees or surprise costs. Know your fare upfront and enjoy cashless convenience. Features: Swift Pickups: Pin your location and be on your way in minutes with our quick connect to nearby HOVR drivers. Flexible Ride Options: Choose between a private journey or a paired ride. Save money, reduce your carbon footprint, or enjoy the best of both worlds. In-App Communication: Stay in touch with your driver, ensuring clarity and comfort from start to finish. Safety Prioritized: From in-app emergency buttons to ride tracking for loved ones, your safety is our top concern. Hassle-Free Payments: No need for cash. Pay seamlessly through the app and get detailed receipts instantly. Ride the HOVR Wave! Change the way you commute. Whether it's a trip downtown, a quick hop to a friend's, or a leisurely weekend ride, HOVR promises quality, affordability, and a fresh approach to ridesharing. Join the revolution. Download HOVR today.

Screenshots

Communauto4 screens
HOVR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HOVR at 2.4 against Communauto's 1.8. HOVR also leads on review sentiment (44% vs 11%) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months). Communauto's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HOVR holds the better App Store score, 2.4 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Communauto's written reviews are positive against 44% of HOVR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Communauto ships an update every 3 months, HOVR every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Communauto versus HOVR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCommunautoHOVR
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (8 ratings)2.4 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.0% of reviews44.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings813 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRéservauto Inc.Ride HOVR Corporation

Customer experience

Communauto

All ratings8 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews173 reviews
Positive11.0%
Neutral6.9%
Negative82.1%

HOVR

All ratings12 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive44.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative49.2%

Bugs and requests

Communauto

Reported bugs

16 issues
  • App requires login every time it opens
  • Map shows cars that don't exist at location
  • Cannot start or end trips due to app errors
  • Geolocation not updating properly
  • App freezes when clicking on vehicles
Show 11 more
  • Blank white screen on app launch
  • Password manager incompatibility with login
  • Trip not recording despite car being locked
  • Vehicle unlock/lock failures
  • Sensor errors (false 'keys missing' or 'engine on' alerts)
  • App slow to refresh car availability
  • Reservation changes without user consent
  • Charged for trips that couldn't be completed
  • App crashes on iOS with certain versions
  • Loading signals that never complete
  • Billing system errors and fraud detection blocks

Requested features

13 requests
  • Car selection option at stations with multiple vehicles
  • Dark mode for app
  • Push notifications for service disruptions
  • Ability to communicate delays to customer service
  • Booking transfer to nearest alternative station
Show 8 more
  • More stations in suburban areas
  • Expanded EV fleet
  • Chat feature in app instead of phone support
  • Callback system instead of long hold times
  • Better station distribution based on user demand
  • Transparent upfront pricing disclosure
  • Improved vehicle sensor accuracy
  • French language support in app

HOVR

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Communauto

No in-app purchases

None

HOVR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Communauto free?
Communauto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HOVR free?
HOVR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Communauto or HOVR?
HOVR is rated higher. Communauto averages 1.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while HOVR averages 2.4 from 13 ratings.
Do Communauto or HOVR have ads?
Neither Communauto nor HOVR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Communauto or HOVR?
Communauto ships an update every 3 months, and HOVR every 11 days. Most recently, Communauto was updated on September 22, 2026 and HOVR on June 12, 2026.

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