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Best Cheap Rideshare Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free cheap rideshare apps? 20 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Cheap Rideshare Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Empower - Your ride, your wayEmpower - Your ride, your wayFree4.8★ (70K)NoNoAug 2026
2inDrive. Save on city ridesinDrive. Save on city ridesFree4.8★ (396K)NoNoAug 2026
3Obi - Get the cheapest ride.Obi - Get the cheapest ride.Free4.7★ (2.1K)NoNoAug 2026
4Bolt: Request a RideBolt: Request a RideFree4.8★ (177K)NoNoAug 2026
5LyftLyftFree4.9★ (18M)YesNoAug 2026
6Uber - Request a rideUber - Request a rideFree4.9★ (17M)NoNoAug 2026
7DiDi Rider: Affordable ridesDiDi Rider: Affordable ridesFree4.8★ (31K)YesNoAug 2026
8Share Ride DriverShare Ride DriverFree4.2★ (10)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Cheap Rideshare

Empower - Your ride, your way#1

Empower - Your ride, your way by Yazam Inc.

Decentralizing rideshare
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.8😞(70K ratings)
Free
#29in Travel
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This app offers a decentralized rideshare experience, connecting passengers directly with drivers. It aims to provide a more sustainable income for drivers and a more ethical, customizable, and potentially less expensive transportation option for passengers.

What We Love

  • 💰 Cheaper than competitors
  • 👍 Drivers keep 100% of fares
  • 🚀 Convenient ride booking
  • 💕 Ability to select driver gender

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Long wait times for drivers
  • 💰 Inconsistent/fluctuating prices
  • 🚗 Unprofessional/unsafe drivers
inDrive. Save on city rides#2

inDrive. Save on city rides by SUOL INNOVATIONS LTD

Ride for less, drive for more!
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.8😐(396K ratings)
Free
#44in Travel
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This ride-sharing app allows users to set their own prices for rides and choose their preferred drivers. It also offers opportunities for drivers to earn more with flexible schedules and low service fees. Safety features and 24/7 support are prioritized for both riders and drivers.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Prompt and reliable service
  • 👍 Friendly and helpful drivers
  • 💰 Affordable and competitive prices
  • 🚗 Clean and well-maintained vehicles

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate location tracking
  • 🤖 Poor customer support
  • 📍 Drivers not always at the correct pickup location
Obi - Get the cheapest ride.#3

Obi - Get the cheapest ride. by Bellhop Technologies Inc

Compare rideshares and taxis
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(2.1K ratings)
Free
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This app compares prices from multiple rideshare and taxi services in real-time to help you find the cheapest ride. It works globally, aggregates most drivers, and aims to save you money on every trip, especially longer journeys.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Unique and useful
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💰 Saves money
  • 🌍 Helpful for travelers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate prices
  • 🔒 Shady location permissions
  • 🔌 Disconnects from Uber/Lyft

More Cheap Rideshare apps to explore

4
Bolt: Request a Ride
Bolt: Request a Ride
Bolt: Request a Ride
Ride-hailing made easy
Free

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 secondsTransparent upfront pricingMultiple payment options
✈️ Travel
(177K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Lyft
Lyft
Lyft
One app. All the rides.
Free

Easily get to your destination with various transportation options. Enter your destination, see upfront costs, and choose from multiple ride types like bikes, scooters, or even rentals. Affordable options and public transit routes are also available.

Multiple transportation optionsUpfront route and cost estimatesPriority Pickup option
✈️ Travel
(18M)
free with in-app purchases
6
Uber - Request a ride
Uber - Request a ride
Uber - Request a ride
Rideshare, taxi cabs and more
Free

Easily request various types of rides, from affordable options for solo trips to larger vehicles for groups. Get upfront pricing and estimated arrival times for stress-free travel. Book rides in advance and explore eco-friendly options.

Request various ride typesUpfront pricing and ETABook rides in advance
✈️ Travel
(17M)
free with in-app purchases
7
DiDi Rider: Affordable rides
DiDi Rider: Affordable rides
DiDi Rider: Affordable rides
Order a ride or food delivery
Free

Order rides or food delivery with this comprehensive mobility and delivery platform. Choose from various service options for economical and safe travel, or get your favorite meals delivered quickly.

Order ridesFood deliveryMultiple ride options (Express, Economy, Taxi, Flex, Moto)
✈️ Travel
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Share Ride Driver
Share Ride Driver
Share Ride Driver
Share Ride, Transportation app
Free

This transportation app connects passengers with drivers for ride requests. Drivers can use the platform to earn income by providing rides. It's designed for both riders and those looking to drive professionally.

Request ridesDrive and earn incomeTransportation services
✈️ Travel
(10)
free
9
Hopp: Get a Ride
Hopp: Get a Ride
Hopp: Get a Ride
Ride-hailing and scooters
Free

This app allows users to easily book affordable rides or rent electric scooters for quick and convenient travel. Choose from various vehicle options, pay seamlessly in-app, and enjoy reliable service with 24/7 support. Explore your city or get to your destination efficiently.

Order rides and scootersSet destination and request rideWide range of vehicle options
✈️ Travel
(7K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Freenow by Lyft - taxi & more
Freenow by Lyft - taxi & more
Freenow by Lyft - taxi & more
Taxis in a tap
Free

This app provides reliable taxi services and a variety of other transportation options across 9 European countries. Easily book rides, rent cars, purchase public transport tickets, and pay securely within the app. Enjoy features like pre-booking, in-app chat with drivers, and trip sharing for a seamless travel experience.

Book trusted taxiseScooter, eBike, eMoped rentalsCarsharing and private hire
✈️ Travel
(52K)
free with in-app purchases
11
ZIPR - RideShare
ZIPR - RideShare
ZIPR - RideShare
by KICK RIDE PR LLC
Free

This app allows users to request rides and name their price to travel for less. It provides a clear view of the route and cost before booking. Get to your destination efficiently and affordably.

Name your price for ridesSee ride cost upfrontSimple destination entry
✈️ Travel
(1)
free
12
CarpoolWorld
CarpoolWorld
CarpoolWorld
by Planete Covoiturage inc.
Free

Connect with other users to find rideshare partners for daily commutes or one-off trips. Enter your travel details, find matches, and arrange cost-sharing directly with other users. The service prioritizes user privacy and does not take any fees.

Find rideshare partnersDaily commute matchingOne-time trip arrangements
✈️ Travel
(1)
ad-supported
13
BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus
BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus
BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus
Smart travel by carpool & bus
Free

Find and book affordable carpool and bus rides for travel across Europe. Compare options, share empty seats to cut costs, and travel directly to your destination with trusted members.

Compare carpool and bus ridesBook rides to thousands of destinationsShare empty car seats to reduce costs
✈️ Travel
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Pick N Drop Rideshare
Pick N Drop Rideshare
Pick N Drop Rideshare
by Pick N Drop LLC
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
15
Wave Rideshare
Wave Rideshare
Wave Rideshare
by IBG Mobile/Diondre Lewis
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
16
Go Rideshare
Go Rideshare
Go Rideshare
by Suffescom Solutions Private Limited
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
17
Pick me up 242:Driver's App
Pick me up 242:Driver's App
Pick me up 242:Driver's App
by Crispin Francis
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
18
Carry Me
Carry Me
Carry Me
by carry me
Free
💼 Business
(0)
19
Telride: Premium Rideshare
Telride: Premium Rideshare
Telride: Premium Rideshare
Tesla fleet & secure parcels
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
20
RoadFlare
RoadFlare
RoadFlare
Ride with the driver you know.
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)

FAQ about Cheap Rideshare

What are the best cheap rideshare apps for iPhone?
Empower - Your ride, your way tops our cheap rideshare apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 70K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top cheap rideshare apps we rank are free to download, including Empower - Your ride, your way and inDrive. Save on city rides.
Empower - Your ride, your way has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ cheap rideshare apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Empower is a rideshare platform designed to decentralize the industry. It connects passengers directly with drivers, aiming to provide a more sustainable living for drivers and a more ethical, customizable, and potentially less expensive transportation experience for passengers.
The app was created to help drivers who struggle to make a sustainable living under current rideshare models. By facilitating direct connections, it aims to offer drivers better income potential and more control over their work.