Comparison

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) vs MyRideどこでもバス

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

Head to head
About

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)

This app simplifies travel and commuting across Japan with integrated digital ticketing for public transport and bike sharing. Easily purchase and manage commuter passes, discount tickets, and day passes, all from your smartphone. Visualize routes on a map and pay securely with multiple cashless options.

Highlights
  • Digital ticketing for public transport
  • Integrated bike sharing services
  • Cashless payment options
  • Route visualization on map
  • Ticket usage and expiration tracking
  • Commuter and discount passes
Features
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RYDE PASS has been renamed RYDE. It's the same app, and your tickets and account stay just as they are. RYDE is your all-in-one solution for travel and commuting. We’re expanding across Japan to make cashless public transport and bike sharing more convenient than ever! EASY DIGITAL TICKETING Purchase and manage all your tickets on your smartphone. - Commuter passes for daily travel - Discount coupon ticket for frequent use - Day passes for sightseeing and outings - Tickets for sightseeing boats and ferries - Check ticket usage and expiration dates anytime Integrated Bicycle Sharing - Connects with services like Docomo bike share and HELLO CYCLING. Find and rent a nearby bicycle right from the app. Combine train and bus travel with bike sharing for a seamless commute or a quick trip to the store. Local Travel on a Map - Visualize train and bus routes directly on a map to easily plan your trip. Cashless Payments - Securely purchase tickets using credit cards, Apple Pay, and PayPay. HOW TO USE 1.Download the RYDE App: Find the ticket you need in the app anytime anywhere. 2.Show and Go: Simply show your digital ticket screen to the staff when boarding or exiting (depending on the ticket type). RYDE IS RECOMMENDED FOR... - Daily commuters who use public transportation. - Travelers and business professionals who frequently use multiple forms of transport. - Environmentally-conscious individuals who want to use bike sharing as a healthy and green option. - Anyone who wants to manage their transportation costs smartly and without cash. Shared Cycling Services Available with Docomo Bike Share DATE BIKE,Hachijojima Cycle Share,Kawasaki Bike Share,baybike,Osaka Bike Share,Himeji City Share Cycle Himechari,Nara Bike Share,Peacecle,Sanuki Share Cycle,Oita Cycle Share,Kagorin,Churachari (Tsuruga Share Cycle),Chiyokuru, Porocle,Henokuru,Kasama CYCLING,Sakai Cycle Share,Tsumagoi Panorama Rentacycle,Rakuraku Wireless Charging Share Cycle (Ogawa Town, Saitama),Tokyo Keikoku Cycling,Ogasawara Smile Cycle Niigata 2km Share Cycle,Machinori,Komatsu Share Cycle,Fukuchari,TSURUGA SHARE CYCLE,Gururin,Q-BIKE,Ueda-Chikuma Area Share Cycle,Tomi Share Cycle,Yotetsu Trecu,cariteco BIKE,Inachari,CLEW HUBchari,Izumi, Kishiwada, Kawachinagano Cycle Share,Kobe Rincle,Kyoryu Cycle,Kato Share Cycle Service,smart Ekirin-kun,YUIEN,Tsuyama Share Cycle Gonchari,Onomichi Community Cycle (shimanami),SASEBO,Miyatoyo e-Cycle Shared Cycling Services Available with HELLO CYCLING daichari,Bell Sharing,SHONAN PEDAL,MY BIKE,Kantetsu Pedal,Mitochari,MaaS Cycle,SUNAUTUS MOBILITY,Harenohi Cycle,PULCLE,Izunaka Sharing,Surugano Cycle,CYCY,Hi! Cycling,ballooners cycle,Mikuchari, etc.

About

MyRideどこでもバス

Request rides for MyRide Anywhere Bus by entering your departure and destination. Receive real-time updates on vehicle location and estimated arrival times. Board and alight only at designated virtual or physical bus stops.

Highlights
  • Request bus rides
  • Set departure and destination
  • Real-time vehicle tracking
  • View estimated arrival times
  • Notifications for booking confirmation
  • Designated boarding and alighting points
Features
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【このアプリについて】 出発地と目的地を入力することで、MyRideどこでもバスの乗車予約を依頼することができます 依頼した予約が確定すると、指定された時間・乗降地点(※)でMyRideどこでもバスの乗降が可能です また、車両の現在地や到着予定時間を、アプリ上でリアルタイムに確認することができます ※予約状況に応じて、都度AIが最適な乗車時間・乗降地点(バス停またはバーチャルバス停(VBS))を指定します。 ※指定された地点以外での自由な乗降はできませんので予めご了承ください 【アプリの使い方】 ①乗車予約依頼 MyRideどこでもバスに乗りたいタイミングで、出発地と目的地を入力し、予約を依頼します ②予約確定通知 予約が確定すると、「乗車時間・乗降地点・車両情報・到着予定時間」など乗降に関する情報が通知されます ③乗車場所へ移動 通知された乗車地点に、乗車時間までにご移動ください。乗車地点はバス停またはVBSが指定されます アプリ上では、現在地から乗車地点までの地図が表示され、さらに車両の現在地や迎車予定時間がリアルタイムで確認できます ④MyRideどこでもバス乗車 車両が到着したら、乗車時の本人確認を行った上でご乗車いただけます。乗車中は、アプリ上で降車地点までの運行ルート・到着予定時間をリアルタイムで確認できます ⑤MyRideどこでもバス降車 予約確定時に指定された降車地点(バス停またはVBS)に到着したら、再度本人確認を行い降車いただけます 【注意】 このアプリは予約機能のみです(運賃の決済機能はありませんので、車内でお支払いください)

Screenshots

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)4 screens
MyRideどこでもバス4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) at every 9 days against MyRideどこでもバス's every 6 weeks. RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, review sentiment, ads 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

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

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) ships an update every 9 days, MyRideどこでもバス every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) versus MyRideどこでもバス: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)MyRideどこでもバス
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews42.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB129 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRYDE Inc.Via Transportation, Inc.

Customer experience

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive42.0%
Neutral14.0%
Negative44.0%

MyRideどこでもバス

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral40.0%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App does not launch after update
  • App does not launch with poor signal
  • Tickets not displayed or take too long to display
  • Tickets consumed automatically without display
  • App prompts for update, preventing ticket display
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  • Age displayed prominently on tickets
  • QR code not recognized by drivers/staff
  • App is heavy and causes connection issues
  • Ticket price displayed incorrectly in different languages
  • Unable to rate after writing a comment
  • PASMO card creation issue
  • Unable to revert Apple Pay integration
  • Inconvenient at manned ticket gates

Requested features

15 requests
  • Increase ticket completion screen display time
  • Display ticket usage history with date/time
  • Offline mode for ticket display
  • Display tickets on home screen or as default
  • Add widget or shortcut for quick ticket access
Show 10 more
  • Improve app performance and reduce loading times
  • Allow saving tickets locally
  • Display location-based relevant tickets
  • Add more payment options like PayPay
  • Allow purchasing tickets for separate days individually
  • Provide a way to keep digital tickets as souvenirs
  • Allow ticket transfer or resale
  • Improve support response time
  • Clarify refund policies and calculation methods
  • Add public toilet locations to maps

MyRideどこでもバス

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS)

No in-app purchases

None

MyRideどこでもバス

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) free?
RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyRideどこでもバス free?
MyRideどこでもバス is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) or MyRideどこでもバス have ads?
Neither RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) nor MyRideどこでもバス shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) or MyRideどこでもバス?
RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) ships an update every 9 days, and MyRideどこでもバス every 6 weeks. Most recently, RYDE (formerly RYDE PASS) was updated on November 13, 2026 and MyRideどこでもバス on November 3, 2026.

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