Comparison

Bolt vs RTD MyRide

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

Head to head
About

Bolt

Easily request rides across town, to the airport, or rent scooters and e-bikes. Enjoy transparent pricing, multiple payment options, and real-time driver tracking for safe and convenient travel.

Highlights
  • Request rides in seconds
  • Transparent upfront pricing
  • Multiple payment options
  • Real-time driver tracking
  • Schedule rides in advance
  • Rent scooters and e-bikes
  • Parcel delivery service
Features
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Make getting around easier with Bolt! Whether you need a ride across town, an airport transfer, or a scooter to zip through traffic, our app makes it easy to move around confidently and conveniently. WHY CHOOSE BOLT? - Request a ride in seconds: enjoy safe, affordable rides with top-rated drivers. - Transparent pricing: see your fare upfront so there are no surprises. - Multiple payment options: pay securely using a credit/debit card, Apple Pay, or cash. EASY ORDERING: - Open the app and set your destination. - Choose from various ride types to suit your needs (Comfort, Premium, Electric, XL, and more). - Track your driver in real time. - Arrive in comfort and rate your experience. SAFETY FIRST: Some of Bolt’s safety features require the app to run in the background. - Emergency assist button: discreetly alert our Safety Team in case of emergencies. - Audio trip recording: record audio during rides for added peace of mind. - Private phone details: your contact information stays confidential when you call a driver. PLAN AHEAD: Need an airport transfer or an early morning ride? You can schedule your trip in advance from 30 minutes to 90 days before your expected pickup time. *JOIN BOLT PLUS TO UNLOCK PREMIUM FEATURES! Get the best of Bolt with Bolt Plus. Enjoy exclusive perks that save you time and money, making every ride smoother and more convenient. *BOLT DRIVE: We're committed to our carbon net zero goal by 2040. That's why we're increasing the lineup of electric and hybrid cars in Bolt Drive, our car-sharing service. You can also rent Bolt scooters and e-bikes via the app. *DELIVER PACKAGES Use the 'Send' ride type to arrange fast and convenient parcel delivery in your city. Bolt is available in 50 countries and 600+ cities worldwide (see the full list at https://bolt.eu/en/cities/). We rebranded from Taxify to Bolt in 2019. Bolt is the perfect taxi alternative for fast, reliable, and affordable rides. The app provides a seamless ride-ordering experience whether you’re commuting, travelling, or running errands. So, the next time you need a ride, choose Bolt! *Bolt options differ by location. Check the app for availability in your city. Earn money driving with the Bolt Driver app. Sign up: https://bolt.eu/driver/ Questions? Get in touch via info@bolt.eu or at https://bolt.eu Follow us on social media for updates, discounts, and offers! Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Bolt/ Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/bolt X — https://x.com/Boltapp

About

RTD MyRide

This app allows users to purchase and store mobile tickets and passes for public transit. Add funds to your account, scan a mobile barcode to board, and benefit from automatic fare capping for the best value. Manage your account and view transaction history easily.

Highlights
  • Mobile barcode for scanning
  • Add funds and manage payment
  • Buy and store tickets/passes
  • Automatic fare capping
  • View transaction history
  • Online account management
Features
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Introducing RTD MyRide! RTD's updated mobile ticketing app includes new features to make riding RTD easier than ever. Customers can add funds to their MyRide account and scan their mobile MyRide barcode at validators to board RTD buses and trains. And with fare capping, RTD automatically converts 3-Hour passes to Day and Monthly passes so you'll always get the most value. We've also got a new and improved MyRide smart card should you want friends or family to ride RTD using your account. Welcome aboard! RTD MyRide • New features with more flexibility • Mobile barcode to scan and ride • Manage funds and payment methods • Buy and store tickets and passes • Fare capping ensures you always get the best value • Improved security and data processing • View transaction history • Online access to manage account and tokens • No need to buy or carry paper fare products • Connect to other RTD tools like the Trip Planner and Next Ride apps

Screenshots

Bolt4 screens
RTD MyRide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bolt at 4.8 against RTD MyRide's 2.5. Bolt also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (179K vs 424). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bolt holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bolt has 179K ratings behind it against 424, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 27% and 26% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bolt ships an update weekly, RTD MyRide every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Bolt versus RTD MyRide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoltRTD MyRide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (179K ratings) — better2.5 (424 ratings)
Positive reviews26.6% of reviews — better26.1% of reviews
Number of ratings179K — better424
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#29 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size217 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBOLT TECHNOLOGY OURegional Transportation District

Customer experience

Bolt

All ratings178,722 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews3,738 reviews
Positive26.6%
Neutral4.8%
Negative68.5%

RTD MyRide

All ratings424 ratings
Positive31.1%
Neutral12.0%
Negative56.8%
Written reviews134 reviews
Positive26.1%
Neutral13.4%
Negative60.4%

User reviews

Bolt

From 179K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💰 Affordable prices
  • 🚗 Reliable drivers
  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🌟 Excellent customer service
  • 🏃‍♀️ Quick pick-up times

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Drivers cancel frequently
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate location tracking
  • 💰 Unexpected price changes
  • 🤖 Poor customer support
  • 🕰️ Long wait times for drivers

RTD MyRide

From 424 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Smooth and easy to use
  • 🚀 Super fast to buy airport day pass
  • 🚀 Convenient for traveling within cities and downtown
  • 🚀 Worked flawlessly

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Missing widget for mobile ticket or MyRide Barcode
  • 🐛 Faulty ticket booth, can't purchase tickets at times
  • 🐛 Apple Pay no longer works
  • 🐛 Buggy and lags, takes more time than paying cash
  • 🐛 Confusing and not user-friendly

Bugs and requests

Bolt

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Charges for rides that never happened
  • App glitches and crashes
  • Incorrect driver information displayed

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add tipping option for drivers
  • Improve route planning for scooters/bikes
  • Allow multiple stops in a single trip
  • Implement two-step verification options

RTD MyRide

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezes or crashes when trying to log in or purchase tickets
  • Issues with activating and finding purchased tickets
  • Inconsistent behavior when adding payment methods
  • Unreliable real-time transit information

Requested features

6 requests
  • Support for Apple Watch for QR code or iPhone Wallet access for monthly passes
  • Ability to determine if pass is active instead of only when scanned
  • Integrate map, schedules, and other features within the app instead of linking out
  • Add one-way ticket option
  • Integrate with Apple Pay instead of relying on stored credit cards
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  • Allow users to save payment methods and login credentials

In-app purchases

None

Bolt

No in-app purchases

None

RTD MyRide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bolt free?
Bolt is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RTD MyRide free?
RTD MyRide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bolt or RTD MyRide?
Bolt is rated higher. Bolt averages 4.8 out of 5 from 179K ratings, while RTD MyRide averages 2.5 from 424 ratings.
Do Bolt or RTD MyRide have ads?
Neither Bolt nor RTD MyRide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bolt or RTD MyRide?
Bolt ships an update weekly, and RTD MyRide every 3 months. Most recently, Bolt was updated on September 24, 2026 and RTD MyRide on September 14, 2026.

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