RYDD vs BUDDYS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RYDD
This app provides a safe and convenient way to get home after a night out. A driver will transport you in your own vehicle, with a support car following to pick up the driver. Avoid the risks of driving under the influence and always have a designated driver available.
- Real-time driver tracking
- Fare estimates before booking
- Rate your driver
- Add credit card for cashless payments
- Email receipts for completed rides
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When it’s time to head home just book your RYDD via the app. A RYDD driver will drive you home in the comfort of your own vehicle while a support vehicle follows and collects our driver once he’s safely dropped you off at your destination. Don’t take the chance of getting behind the wheel after a few drinks. Ensure you always have a designated driver on standby with RYDD. RYDD app features – • Track your driver on route in real-time. • Not sure what your RYDD will cost you? Get a fare estimate before you book. • You can rate your RYDD driver to help us ensure we continue to deliver a premium designated driving experience. • Add your credit card to your RYDD profile and never worry about having to carry cash. We’ll email you a receipt on completion of each RYDD. Night out? RYDD home. If you have any questions please visit www.ryddhome.com or contact us on support@ryddhome.com
BUDDYS
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When it’s time to head home after a night out, book your buDDy via the app. As a member of BuDDys you clearly understand the risks of drinking and driving. Don’t take a chance behind the wheel after a few drinks, book via the app and let your buDDy drive you home. BuDDys app features – • Book the closest available or pre-book your buDDy. • Get an ETA of the closest available driver at all times. • Keeps you updated throughout your trip and tracks your buDDy as they make their way towards you. • Rate your buDDy after each trip. If you have any questions, please visit www.buddys.co.za or contact us on info@buddys.co.za
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RYDD at weekly against BUDDYS's every 35 months. On price, ads, 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.
RYDD ships an update weekly, BUDDYS every 35 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | RYDD | BUDDYS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 41.7% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 35 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Rydd (Pty) Ltd | BuDDys Designated Drivers |
In-app purchases
RYDD
No in-app purchases
BUDDYS
No in-app purchases