Dott vs VGI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dott
Easily navigate your city with electric bikes and scooters. Simply find, unlock, and ride to your destination. Offers flexible payment options and passes for cost savings.
- Unlock e-bikes and e-scooters
- Find nearby vehicles on map
- Pay-as-you-go or use passes
- Refer friends for free rides
- Available 24/7
- Safety features
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Got somewhere to be? Take a Dott! Simply unlock an e-bike or e-scooter in the Dott app, ride to your destination, and get on with your day – easy as that. To get started: 1. Download the Dott app 2. Check the in-app map to find a nearby e-scooter or e-bike 3. Scan the vehicle’s QR code to unlock it, and you’re off! Pro tip: Grab a Dott pass to save on your ride. Or simply pay as you go with your secure payment method of choice. Why choose Dott? Dott is the simplest way to move around your city, safely and efficiently. Ditch the crowded commute and enjoy traveling in the open air. Avoid traffic jams and arrive at your destination on time – for a fraction of the cost of a taxi or car share. Our e-scooters and e-bikes are available 24/7, making moving around your city a breeze! They’re brought in for regular maintenance and boast all the latest safety features. Plus, thanks to the smooth electric acceleration, riding our vehicles is a piece of cake. Ride a Dott whenever you're: * Meeting a friend for dinner * Commuting to work * Heading to class * Going on a date * Exploring your city on your day off, or sightseeing in other countries Get around without breaking the bank Simply pay for your rides as you go, at a price similar to public transport. Or, explore Dott passes to ride more for less: grab a pass for 24 hours, a week, or even a month to save on every ride. If you fancy a ride for free, just refer a friend and you’ll both get a free ride each! Want in on even more discounts? Turn on notifications to hear about our limited-time deals. Where you’ll find us Dott (previously TIER) is currently available in more than 400 cities across Europe and Middle East – with more on the way! Want to see Dott in your city? Drop us a line at support@ridedott.com.
VGI
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Dein Bus auf Bestellung: VGI-Flexi ist der neue, innovative Mobilitätsservice in der Region Ingolstadt. Per App kannst Du schnell und unkompliziert Fahrten im Bedarfsverkehr buchen - egal wohin Du unterwegs sein möchtest. So funktioniert es… Die Buchung Deiner individuellen Fahrt ist bis spätestens 60 Minuten vor der gewünschten Abfahrtszeit möglich. Unser VGI-Flexi holt Dich zuverlässig am ausgewählten Startpunkt ab und bringt Dich komfortabel ans Ziel. Tickets und Preise… VGI-Flexi ist in den VGI-Tarif eingebunden. Die bekannten Tickets (z.B. Wochen- und Monatskarten, Deutschland-Ticket oder 365-Euro-Tickets) können in den entsprechenden Tarifzonen genutzt werden. On-Board-Bezahlung: Im Fahrzeug können Einzelfahrkarten zum Bedarfsverkehr-Tarif erworben werden. Der Fahrpreis beträgt im regionalen Ortsverkehr 1,50€ für Erwachsene und 1,00 € für Kinder (ausgenommen Expressverbindung Denkendorf-Ingolstadt, Rufbuslinien und FX2 Ingolstadt). VGI-Flexi ist in vielen Gebieten unterwegs – alle Details unter www.vgi.de ► Bedarfsverkehr VGI. Wir verbinden die Region
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: VGI at none against Dott's shown. Dott's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Dott ships an update weekly, VGI every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dott | VGI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (9.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 385 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dott B.V. | Padam Mobility |
Bugs and requests
Dott
Reported bugs
4 issues- Ride not ending properly
- Inability to unlock/lock scooters
- Incorrect battery level reporting
- Glitches with payment and refunds
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to reserve/book scooters
- Improved navigation and zone information
- Monthly subscription option
- Increased speed limit
VGI
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dott
No in-app purchases
VGI
No in-app purchases









