Comparison

Bolt vs HERide

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

HERide

This app connects women with female drivers for safe and reliable transportation. It helps find the quickest routes for various travel needs, from early flights to daily commutes. Available for travel within Atlanta.

Highlights
  • Female driver matching
  • Quick route finding
  • Reliable transportation
  • Early morning rides
  • Commute assistance
  • Atlanta travel
Features
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Rideshare made for women by women Currently accepting pre-bookings only.

Screenshots

Bolt4 screens
HERide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bolt at 4.8 against HERide's 4.0. Bolt also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (179K vs 387). HERide's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (44% vs 27%). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bolt holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bolt has 179K ratings behind it against 387, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Bolt's written reviews are positive against 44% of HERide's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bolt ships an update weekly, HERide every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Bolt versus HERide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoltHERide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (179K ratings) — better4.0 (387 ratings)
Positive reviews26.6% of reviews44.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings179K — better387
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#32 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size217 MB189 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBOLT TECHNOLOGY OUHERide LLC

Customer experience

Bolt

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

HERide

All ratings387 ratings
Positive72.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative25.6%
Written reviews99 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative52.5%

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

HERide

From 387 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Smooth process
  • 🚗 Excellent ride experience
  • 🤗 Friendly and helpful drivers
  • 💰 Reasonable pricing
  • 🔒 Felt safe and secure

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable service - rides cancelled or no drivers available
  • ❌ Poor communication and lack of notifications
  • 🕰️ Long wait times for rides
  • 💳 Charges for cancelled/unassigned rides
  • 🔒 Concerns about account security and data privacy

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

HERide

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Verification code issues
  • Incorrect ride details and pricing
  • Unassigned rides showing in history
  • Account deactivation/banning without explanation

Requested features

5 requests
  • Edit/cancel ride option
  • Better communication and notifications
  • Expand driver coverage and availability
  • Improve app stability and reliability
  • Provide customer support contact information

In-app purchases

None

Bolt

No in-app purchases

None

HERide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bolt free?
Bolt is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HERide free?
HERide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bolt or HERide?
Bolt is rated higher. Bolt averages 4.8 out of 5 from 179K ratings, while HERide averages 4.0 from 387 ratings.
Do Bolt or HERide have ads?
Neither Bolt nor HERide shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bolt or HERide?
Bolt ships an update weekly, and HERide every 2 months. Most recently, Bolt was updated on September 25, 2026 and HERide on September 12, 2026.

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