GrabThatRide vs MatesAway
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GrabThatRide
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GrabThatRide connects drivers and passengers for long-distance carpool travel, making every journey affordable, social, and safe. Helping travellers on a budget with a focus on safety. Download the app! Why Choose GrabThatRide? • Travel on a Budget: Slash your travel costs by sharing fuel and expenses. It's the smart, economical way to go the distance! • Safe & Secure: We focus on safety first. o Talk to the co-passenger before confirming travel. o Free verification; travel with verified users. o Women can travel with women only. • Connect and Explore: Meet new people and enjoy the journey, not just the destination. Helping travellers on a budget with a focus on safety. Download the app!
MatesAway
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Mates Away is a new-age app designed to connect travellers with local hosts in their chosen destination. To get started with Mates Away is very easy, you just need to create your profile as a local host or as a guest. Then our app’s advanced algorithm compatibility will connect you with your best match. The app benefits both guests and hosts alike, as guests can explore new cultures, taste local cuisines, and discover hidden gems like a true local, while hosts can secure a side hustle income.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: GrabThatRide at 2 against MatesAway's —. MatesAway's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | GrabThatRide | MatesAway |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | komal bandi | Renee Hodge |
In-app purchases
GrabThatRide
No in-app purchases
MatesAway
No in-app purchases








