Comparison

Taxicode vs NC500

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

Head to head
About

Taxicode

Easily book taxis, minibuses, and coaches for any journey across the UK. Compare real-time quotes from vetted companies, choose your vehicle type, and pay securely. Avoid last-minute booking stress with fixed, competitive prices.

Highlights
  • Book taxis, minibuses, and coaches
  • Compare real-time quotes
  • Vetted network of companies
  • Standard, business, or luxury vehicles
  • Fixed, competitive pricing
  • Nationwide UK coverage
Features
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Compare And Book Any Ride, Anywhere. No registration required, simply download the app and start booking. Ride now or schedule ahead with total flexibility across the UK and major cities worldwide. Book minicabs, executive cars, and chauffeur services in seconds. Compare fares from trusted providers and choose the right option for your journey. One platform for every journey On demand rides when you need to travel now Scheduled bookings for airport transfers and planned trips Executive and chauffeur services for premium travel Minibus and coach hire for group journeys Why choose Taxicode No sign up required, book without unnecessary steps Compare fares from multiple trusted transport providers UK wide coverage with growing international availability Standard, executive, and chauffeur vehicle options Transparent pricing with no hidden costs Reliable partners with proven performance Flexible, secure payments Pay your way with card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or choose flexible options including deposits and pay later.

About

NC500

Features
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Scotland's most legendary road trip deserves the boldest app on your phone. NC500 is your all-in-one companion for the North Coast 500 — built specifically for motorhome and campervan travellers who want to spend less time planning and more time soaking up those jaw-dropping Highland views. It's chunky, fun and built entirely for life on the road. THE ROUTE, YOUR WAY Explore the full NC500 loop with an interactive Apple Maps planner featuring 15 numbered stops and one-tap directions to wherever you're headed next. Whether you're thundering up the east coast or crawling over the infamous Bealach na Bà, the route is always right there. A dedicated driving guide covers the tricky bits — single-track etiquette, height warnings and road alerts included. CAMPSITES THAT ACTUALLY GET IT No more squinting at symbols that don't tell you what you need to know. NC500 surfaces motorhome and campervan-friendly sites with dog-friendly badges front and centre. Because where Fido sleeps matters just as much as where you park the van. FUEL, FOOD AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN The built-in shops and fuel card covers LPG stops, ATMs, 24/7 pumps and curated restaurants and cafés all along the loop. Running low on gas somewhere north of Ullapool? We've got you. PLAN IT, LIVE IT, REMEMBER IT Build your itinerary in My Trip with driving distances and journey times baked right in. Then capture every wild beach, warm pub and ridiculous sunset in the travel journal with photos and notes that save across every launch. HIGHLAND WEATHER, DONE RIGHT Get a 7-day Highland forecast, daylight hours, midge alerts and offline widgets — so you know whether to chase the sunset or stay in the van with a brew. No nasty surprises. Well, fewer of them. NC500 was built for the road, not the boardroom. Download it, load up the van and go make some memories. Scotland's waiting.

Screenshots

Taxicode4 screens
NC5004 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Taxicode at Free against NC500's $3.99. Taxicode also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On 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

Taxicode is free to download; NC500 costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Taxicode versus NC500: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTaxicodeNC500
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating3.9 (41 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeb3rColin Boland

Bugs and requests

Taxicode

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • App fails to recognize distance accurately
  • Account registration issues with non-UK phone numbers
  • Booking details not syncing between website and app
  • Address information removed during transmission
  • No tracking information available in app
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  • System fails to assign drivers in timely manner
  • Phone numbers provided don't work

Requested features

7 requests
  • Save home and regular pickup/dropoff addresses
  • Online booking amendment option
  • Clear payment method requirements upfront
  • Real-time driver tracking improvements
  • Better confirmation notifications
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  • Transparent cancellation policy display during booking
  • Direct booking with local taxi companies option

NC500

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Taxicode

No in-app purchases

None

NC500

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Taxicode free?
Taxicode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NC500 free?
NC500 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Taxicode or NC500 have ads?
Neither Taxicode nor NC500 shows ads.

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