Bolt vs Zippy Rides
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
Bolt ships an update weekly, Zippy Rides fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bolt | Zippy Rides |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (181K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 181K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #47 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 106 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | BOLT TECHNOLOGY OU | Zippy Langebaan (Pty) Ltd |
Customer experience
Bolt
Zippy Rides
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
Bolt
No in-app purchases
Zippy Rides
No in-app purchases









