Dott vs Forest
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.
Forest
This app provides access to shared electric bikes across London for a faster, fun, and sustainable commute. Enjoy free ride minutes on every Pay As You Go trip after a small unlock fee.
- Shared electric bike service
- Thousands of ebikes across London
- Free ride minutes daily
- Pay As You Go pricing
- Ride bundles available
- Subscription option
- Watch ads for more free minutes
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Get from A to B with Forest, London’s homegrown shared ebike. Switch your usual journey by train or bus for a faster, fun, and more sustainable way to get around. Plus, we’re the only shared ebike app that after a £1 unlock, gives you up to 30 free ride minutes on every Pay As You Go (PAYG) ride. HOW TO GET STARTED: 1. Download the app, create a free account and accept our Terms and Conditions. 2. Find your nearest Forest bike out of thousands across London using the map in the app. 3. Unlock a bike for £1 using the QR codes on the bike itself, or by tapping the selected bike on the app. 4. Enjoy an emissions free ride! WAYS TO RIDE: 1. PAYG: Simply unlock a bike for £1, get up to 30 free ride minutes, then pay 29p thereafter. 2. Buy a bundle: If you’re making longer trips, or planning multiple trips over a longer time. 3. Subscribe to Forest Plus: If you want the best value riding option. Always ride responsibly, respect other road users, and follow the safety guidance provided in the Forest app. WHY YOU SHOULD RIDE WITH FOREST: Choose from thousands of ebikes available across 18 boroughs of London with free ride minutes available every day. Gain additional free ride minutes by watching ads. We’re B Corp Certified and have run a zero-emissions operation since day one.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Forest at none against Dott's shown. Dott's advantage is review sentiment (30% vs 11%) and ratings volume (9.3K vs 834). On price, rating, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dott against 4.7 for Forest. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dott has 9.3K ratings behind it against 834, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Dott's written reviews are positive against 11% of Forest's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Dott | Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (9.3K ratings) — better | 4.7 (834 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.4% of reviews — better | 11.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9.3K — better | 834 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 385 MB | 219 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dott B.V. | Human Forest Limited |
Customer experience
Dott
Forest
User reviews
Dott
From 9.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚲 Comfortable scooters
- 💰 Good pricing
- 👍 Convenient way to get around
- 🤝 Good customer service
Room to improve
- 🐛 App issues (crashes, bugs, slow response)
- 🚫 Restricted riding/parking areas
- 💰 Overcharging/hidden fees
- 🔋 Battery issues (low charge, sudden power loss)
- 🤖 Poor chatbot/customer support
Forest
From 834 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Affordable and cost-effective
- 🌳 Eco-friendly transportation
- ⚡ Convenient and easy to use
- 👍 Reliable and well-maintained bikes
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
- 🔍 Unclear parking and no-ride zones
- ⚠️ Declining service quality over time
- 💰 Increasing prices and hidden fees
- 🔧 Bikes often in poor condition
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
Forest
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Inability to properly end rides and park bikes
- Inconsistent GPS tracking and bike availability
- Login and password reset issues
Requested features
4 requests- Improve app stability and responsiveness
- Provide clearer information on parking and no-ride zones
- Maintain high service quality and bike condition
- Offer transparent and fair pricing structure
In-app purchases
Dott
No in-app purchases
Forest
No in-app purchases








