Comparison

Dott vs Element Client

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

Head to head
About

Dott

Easily find and rent electric bikes and scooters to navigate your city. Unlock vehicles via QR code, ride to your destination, and pay per ride or with a pass. Available 24/7 for convenient urban travel.

Highlights
  • Find nearby e-bikes and e-scooters
  • Unlock vehicles with QR code
  • Pay-as-you-go or use ride passes
  • Available 24/7
  • Safety features
  • Refer friends for free rides
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.

About

Element Client

Features
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Element Client is an app that allows you to easily request transportation services and track your driver's progress in real-time. With Element Client you can schedule transfers in the future and never worry about missing an important appointment or event. Element client allows you to schedule transfers in advance. Whether you need a ride to the airport, a hotel, or a special event, you can schedule a transfer and rest assured that your driver will arrive on time. Key features: - Request transportation services from your current location to a desired destination - Schedule transfers in advance for peace of mind - Real-time tracking to monitor your driver's progress - Push notifications to easily track the status of you transfers

Screenshots

Dott4 screens
Element Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Element Client at none against Dott's shown. Element Client also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Dott's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dott ships an update every 6 days, Element Client monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dott versus Element Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDottElement Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (9.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size385 MB46 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDott B.V.Mark Pietrucha

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

Element Client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Dott

No in-app purchases

None

Element Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dott free?
Dott is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Element Client free?
Element Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dott or Element Client have ads?
Dott shows ads; Element Client does not.
Which is updated more often, Dott or Element Client?
Dott ships an update every 6 days, and Element Client monthly. Most recently, Dott was updated on November 4, 2026 and Element Client on November 3, 2026.

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