Comparison

Yango Lite vs TimeRide Driver

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

Head to head
About

Yango Lite

This lightweight taxi app is designed to work on any internet connection, even 2G and weak signals. It offers various service classes for different needs and budgets, and allows real-time tracking of your driver. It's also compatible with all devices.

Highlights
  • Lightweight app size
  • Works on any internet connection (2G, weak signals)
  • Multiple service classes (Start, Economy, Comfort, Delivery, Fastest)
  • Real-time driver location tracking
  • International service in 19 countries
  • Compatible with all devices
Features
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Small app Yango Lite is a lightweight taxi app for getting around the city. It's nearly 10 times smaller than the well-known Yango taxi app. Any internet connection Yango Lite app is designed to work with any internet connection, even 2G and weak signals! Compatibility across devices The app is also compatible with all devices, giving you more flexibility to get where you’re going at the same great savings as with the larger Yango app. Choose the right service class for you Reach your destination at the right level of comfort and price for you. Choose from several service classes. Start is perfect for short taxicab rides. Economy is awesome for when you need an affordable car fast with this ride app. Comfort lets you sit back and enjoy the ride. The Delivery service class let you send and receive things from businesses and friends and family. And The Fastest offers rides when the service class doesn’t matter… you need the closest available taxi! Track your driver’s location Want to see your taxicab driver's current location? With Yango Lite, you can see their route and current location in real time directly in this ride app. An international service Yango Lite is a ride-hailing service that operates mobility and delivery aggregators in 19 countries, including Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Senegal and Zambia. Enjoy your ride! Yango is an informational service and not a transportation or taxi services provider. Transportation services are provided by third parties. The 30% (max 4 GH₵/450 FCFA) discount is valid on the first three rides for new users in Accra, Kumasi, Douala and Yaoundé until 31.12.2023. Up to 30%/20% (max 400 FCFA/500 FCFA) discount is valid on the first three rides for new users in Bouake/Abidjan until 31.12.2023.

About

TimeRide Driver

Earn money on your own schedule by driving passengers. This app connects you with riders, provides easy ride management, and offers real-time navigation. Join a supportive community of drivers and turn your car into a source of steady income.

Highlights
  • Set your own driving hours
  • Earn money per ride
  • Find passengers easily
  • Manage rides efficiently
  • Real-time directions
  • Driver support community
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Hit the Road with Peace Taxi – Your Ride, Your Rules Looking to earn money on your own time? Join Peace Taxi, Ethiopia’s growing ride community, and turn your car into a source of steady income—while helping people get where they need to go. At Peace Taxi, we’ve built a simple, reliable app that helps you manage rides, find passengers easily, and get them to their destination smoothly. No stress, just drive. Why Drive with Peace Taxi? Set Your Own Hours Morning, afternoon, or just weekends—it’s totally up to you. Drive when it works for your life and schedule. Make Money Your Way Every ride you give puts cash in your pocket. The more you drive, the more you earn—it’s that straightforward. We’ve Got Your Back You’re not alone on the road. Join a community of local drivers and get help, tips, and support whenever you need it. Easy-to-Use App Our app is built for simplicity. Get ride requests, real-time directions, and chat with passengers—all in one place. Need Help Getting Started? Just reach out to the Peace Taxi support team—we’re always here to assist you.

Screenshots

Yango Lite4 screens
TimeRide Driver4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Yango Lite at 4.8 against TimeRide Driver's 4.0. Yango Lite also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). TimeRide Driver's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Yango Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yango Lite has 3.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yango Lite ships an update every 2 months, TimeRide Driver every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Yango Lite versus TimeRide Driver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYango LiteTimeRide Driver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.4K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.4K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYHub ZAF (Pty) LtdAdil Kedir

Customer experience

Yango Lite

All ratings3,323 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews65 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative12.3%

TimeRide Driver

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Yango Lite

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Slow app performance

TimeRide Driver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Yango Lite

No in-app purchases

None

TimeRide Driver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yango Lite free?
Yango Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TimeRide Driver free?
TimeRide Driver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Yango Lite or TimeRide Driver?
Yango Lite is rated higher. Yango Lite averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while TimeRide Driver averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Yango Lite or TimeRide Driver have ads?
Neither Yango Lite nor TimeRide Driver shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Yango Lite or TimeRide Driver?
Yango Lite ships an update every 2 months, and TimeRide Driver every 3 months. Most recently, Yango Lite was updated on November 3, 2026 and TimeRide Driver on November 5, 2026.

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