Comparison

Netlift vs RideShark

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

Head to head
About

Netlift

Plan your commute by booking rides with shuttle drivers or carpoolers. You can also earn money by driving others on similar routes. Enjoy fixed pricing and secure, cash-free transactions.

Highlights
  • Book shuttle or carpool rides
  • Earn money by driving others
  • Fixed, transparent pricing
  • Cash-free transactions
  • Two-way rating system
  • Manage rider and driver profiles
Features
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It's simple and fast. Put your origin and destination address, date/time and you're done! You can book a ticket with one of our Netlift Shuttle drivers or, for daily commute, with one of our carpoolers. Security is key at Netlift. Our selected Netlift Shuttle drivers are taxi drivers. That means that they are legal and they got a background check. Can't leave your car at home? Drive! Pickup someone commuting a similar route and get reimbursed for gas and parking expenses (certain conditions apply). With fixed pricing you are never responsible for negotiating ride fares. Your money is transferred directly to your e-wallet, and can be deposited to your bank account in 3 simple steps. I'd love to commute without cars! Ride! Two options for you: a private chauffeur or a carpooler. Our unique matching algorithm calculates the most efficient carpool rides to get you to work or school during peak traffic hours. Ride fares are fixed based on distance, so you always know how much the ride will cost before booking it. Review your matches and select with the driver of your choice. When your trip is complete, your account is automatically billed, and a receipt sent to you by email. __ How does pricing work? Prices are fixed based on distance and transactions are 100% cash-free. You always know how much you'll pay or get reimbursed before booking a ride, no negotiating required. Can I ride and drive? You can easily ride today and drive tomorrow. Create 2 unique commutes, one as a rider and one as a driver and manage both from the same home screen. Is it safe? You bet. In fact, Netlift is considered the most secure carpooling system in Canada, and you are a big reason why. Our two-way rating system enables riders and drivers to give feedback after each ride, helping to build a stronger community. Is carpooling legal in Quebec? Absolutely. In fact, it's fully endorsed by the Government of Quebec. Read more here: http://bit.ly/2bUSfLS __ Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. __ Plan your transit: 1) Download the app 2) Create an account 3) Input your commute details 4) Book your ride Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/netlift_me Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/netlift Visit our Help Centre: https://netlift.zendesk.com Contact us: support@netlift.me

About

RideShark

Features
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RideShark is a quick, secure, and personal way to find all your commuting options. By just entering your origin and destination addresses you can find carpool matches, transit options, recommended cycling and walking routes. You can search for nearby commuters looking for carpool partners or biking and transit mentors. RideShark is a powerful and convenient way to track all of your commuting activity on our trip calendar and earn points for sustainable trips. RideShark can connect individuals from multiple workplaces, campuses and communities across the province. Choose to commute with others from your workplace or campus, or those who are simply travelling on the same route as you.

Screenshots

Netlift4 screens
RideShark4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Netlift at every 2 weeks against RideShark's every 3 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

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

Netlift ships an update every 2 weeks, RideShark every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Netlift versus RideShark: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetliftRideShark
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews32.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.011.0
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB12 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNetlift Solutions de Mobilité Inc.RideShark

In-app purchases

None

Netlift

No in-app purchases

None

RideShark

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Netlift free?
Netlift is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RideShark free?
RideShark is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Netlift or RideShark have ads?
Neither Netlift nor RideShark shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Netlift or RideShark?
Netlift ships an update every 2 weeks, and RideShark every 3 months. Most recently, Netlift was updated on June 1, 2026 and RideShark on September 19, 2026.

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