Comparison

Bolt vs Zippy Rides

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
Currently charting
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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

Zippy Rides

This app provides an easy, fun, and eco-friendly way to explore cities and destinations using electric kickscooters. It offers instant access, smooth rides, flexible pricing, and real-time tracking to find and unlock nearby scooters.

Highlights
  • Instant scooter access
  • Smooth and safe rides
  • Pay-per-ride pricing
  • Eco-friendly electric scooters
  • Real-time scooter tracking
  • In-app map for finding scooters
Features
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Zippy – The Easiest Way to Get Around Zippy makes it simple, fun, and eco-friendly to explore your city or holiday destination. Launching with a fleet of modern, high-performance electric kickscooters, Zippy is your ticket to convenient, affordable, and sustainable travel. Why Choose Zippy? • Instant Access – Unlock and ride in seconds with the Zippy app. • Smooth & Safe Rides – Enjoy a comfortable, stable ride on our latest-generation kickscooters. • Flexible Trips – Pay only for the time you ride, with no fixed schedules. • Eco-Friendly – 100% electric for a cleaner, greener way to move. • Real-Time Tracking – Find, reserve, and unlock nearby scooters on the map. How It Works 1. Download the App – Sign up in minutes. 2. Find Your Scooter – Use the in-app map to locate the nearest Zippy. 3. Unlock & Ride – Scan the QR code to start your trip. 4. Park Responsibly – End your trip in a safe, legal parking spot. Perfect For: • Tourists exploring South Africa’s attractions. • Locals looking for a fun and quick way to get around. • Resorts, hotels, and event venues wanting to offer guests a unique transport option. We’re just getting started — with plans to add e-bikes, bicycles, e-mopeds, and more, Zippy will soon have the perfect ride for every trip. Join the movement. Ride Zippy today.

Screenshots

Bolt4 screens
Zippy Rides4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Zippy Rides at free against Bolt's free with in-app purchases. Zippy Rides also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Bolt's advantage is ratings volume (181K vs 2) and chart position (#47 vs unranked). 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

Zippy Rides holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bolt has 181K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bolt ships an update weekly, Zippy Rides fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Bolt versus Zippy Rides: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoltZippy Rides
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (181K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews27.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings181K — better2
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#47 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB106 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperBOLT TECHNOLOGY OUZippy Langebaan (Pty) Ltd

Customer experience

Bolt

All ratings180,689 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews3,859 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral4.9%
Negative68.0%

Zippy Rides

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Zippy Rides

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Bolt

No in-app purchases

None

Zippy Rides

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bolt free?
Bolt is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zippy Rides free?
Zippy Rides is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Bolt or Zippy Rides?
Zippy Rides is rated higher. Bolt averages 4.8 out of 5 from 181K ratings, while Zippy Rides averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Bolt or Zippy Rides have ads?
Neither Bolt nor Zippy Rides shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bolt or Zippy Rides?
Bolt ships an update weekly, and Zippy Rides fortnightly. Most recently, Bolt was updated on October 28, 2026 and Zippy Rides on October 13, 2026.

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