S.RIDE vs Trash Can Map
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
S.RIDE
This app simplifies hailing taxis in Tokyo and surrounding areas. With a single swipe, you can summon the nearest available taxi from a large network. Enjoy cashless payments and easy communication with drivers for a more comfortable and efficient travel experience.
- One-swipe taxi hailing
- Automatic pick-up point adjustment
- Estimated dispatch time display
- Simple driver messaging
- Cashless credit card payments
- QR code in-car payment option
- Ride history and statements
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<One of Tokyo's Largest Taxi Apps - S.RIDE> Your life in Tokyo is busy every day. That is why you want an easier way to get where you need to go. S.RIDE is a taxi app for busy people like you. With just one swipe, you can hail a taxi and the nearest vehicle will be dispatched to you from one of Tokyo’s largest taxi networks. Payment is also cashless and speedy. This app offers a much more comfortable way to move around Tokyo. [Major App Features] <1. Simple. Hail quickly. Arrives quickly> After launching the app, all it takes is one swipe. With a single action, you can call a taxi quickly and easily. The app will automatically adjust the pick-up point to the closest roadside point, so there is no need to coordinate where to meet your taxi. The dispatch time will be displayed in the app, so you can input your destination while you are waiting to make getting there even smoother. You can also use simple messaging to communicate with the driver, which will give you peace of mind in the event of a sudden problem. You can send simple messages with details of the pick-up point, for example, so there is no need to worry about arriving at the pick-up point a little late and there being no taxi waiting for you. <2. Smart. Pay quickly> Register your credit card (VISA/MasterCard/JCB/AMEX/Diners) beforehand to make getting off the taxi smoother, without the need to hurriedly pull out your cash or your card. S.RIDE Wallet is a convenient option for taxis picked up on the street or from a taxi rank (*more taxis are being added all the time). Simply by using the app to scan the QR code displayed on the tablet in the back seat, you can pay online, in the same way as the taxi dispatch, and hop out of the taxi as soon as you reach your destination. You can also issue usage statements from the ride history on the app, so there is no need to worry even if you lose your usage statement. <3. Speedy. Taxi dispatched quickly> The taxi closest to your location, from one of Tokyo’s largest taxi networks, will be dispatched to pick you up. You will be able to get to your destination smoothly, without wasting time. [Areas Covered] The following areas are supported by the app: Tokyo’s 23 wards, Musashino City, Mitaka City, Nishi Tokyo City, Tachikawa City, Tama City, Inagi City, Akishima City(limited areas), Kunitachi City(limited areas), Kokubunji City(limited areas), Yokohama City (Nishi Ward, Naka Ward, and Minami Ward), and Nagoya City. [Partner Taxi Companies] This app is partnered with GREEN CAB, Kokusai motorcars, Kotobuki Kotsu, Daiwa Motor Transportation, Checker Cab, Greater Tokyo Privately Owned Taxi Co-operative Society, and MEITETSU TAXI HOLDINGS. [Precautions for Use of the App] ・Use the app in a location with good reception. ・The GPS location and push notification functions on your device must be turned on when using the app. ・Please be advised that depending on the weather, road conditions, and taxi patronage conditions, it may not be possible to dispatch a vehicle to your location. ・Estimated arrival times are calculated at the time of order and may change due to traffic conditions, etc. ・When ordering a taxi through the S.RIDE app, a pick-up surcharge will be added to your fare according to the individual company’s Terms of Services, in the same way as when ordering a taxi by telephone. ・Please be advised that it may not be possible to dispatch a taxi to areas where taxi dispatches are prohibited. ・There may be some limitations on the functions provided by individual taxi companies. Such limitations may include not accepting online payment, or being unable to input messages or destination after the vehicle has been dispatched.
Trash Can Map
Locate nearby trash receptacles using a community-driven map. Users can add, filter, and rate bin locations, making it easier to find waste disposal options on the go. Contribute to a cleaner environment by sharing bin data.
- Real-time trash can locations
- Add new bins instantly
- Filter by waste type
- Favorite bins
- Rate bin helpfulness
- Community leaderboard
- Satellite map view
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Can't find a trash can when you need one most? Trash can MAP is a community-powered app where users add and share real trash can locations — the ones that Google Maps doesn't show you. Perfect for: - Tourists and travelers stuck holding trash with nowhere to put it - Parents at parks searching for the nearest waste bin - Anyone who's ever walked blocks just to throw something away The more people use it, the better it gets. Key Features: - See trash cans near your current location in real time - Long-press anywhere on the map to add a new bin instantly - Filter by waste type: burnable, cans, PET bottles, cigarettes and more - Favorite bins you use often for quick access - Rate bins as "Helpful" to keep the map accurate and trustworthy - Annual leaderboard to see how much you have contributed to your community - Satellite map view for precise location confirmation - Share bin locations with friends on social media Built by the community, for the community. Every bin you add makes the map more useful for everyone around you. Location access is used only while the app is open. No background tracking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Trash Can Map at 100% against S.RIDE's 38%. Trash Can Map also leads on monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). S.RIDE's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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.
S.RIDE ships an update every 3 weeks, Trash Can Map monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | S.RIDE | Trash Can Map |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (443 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 443 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 100 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | S.RIDE Inc. | rei eto |
Customer experience
S.RIDE
Trash Can Map
In-app purchases
S.RIDE
No in-app purchases
Trash Can Map
No in-app purchases






