Uber or 99: compare prices, discounts and features of transport apps | Productivity

Uber and 99 are common private transportation applications for Brazilians. With millions of users, competitors are available for Android and iPhone (iOS) phones and are vying for the same audience in big cities. Although similar, services differ in some respects, for example, in payment. While the American company allows three stops in the same race and splits the price of the trip on the credit or debit card, the Brazilian company 99 offers only the option of one destination and there is no possibility to share the value with friends except cash.

In addition, the platforms also have different modalities, according to customer needs, and their own discount coupons. In this way, both also invest in personalized service and more affordable price to attract new users. To help you better understand the similarities and differences between the two apps, dnetc listed some topics that may be useful when deciding which one to choose. See below for more details on each of the services found at Google's official Google Play stores and Apple's App Store.

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List brings comparison between private transport applications Uber and 99 Photo: Reproduction / Rodrigo FernandesList brings comparison between private transport applications Uber and 99 Photo: Reproduction / Rodrigo Fernandes

List brings comparison between private transport applications Uber and 99 Photo: Reproduction / Rodrigo Fernandes

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Both 99 and Uber look similar. Both are intuitive and light, so the user can easily learn how the platforms work. When opening applications, users come to their location used as a starting point and possible cars in circulation near their region. Similarly, they have a double space to be filled with the source and destination addresses. The difference is due to the message box, displayed at the right corner at 99 and only available in Uber after the driver has been chosen.

Uber design and 99 POP are almost identical Photo: Reproduction / Julia MarquesUber design and 99 POP are almost identical Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Uber design and 99 POP are almost identical Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

One of the advantages of Uber is the possibility of sharing the route and the price of the trip with friends, acquaintances or family. However, it is worth remembering that the function of fractioning the values ​​is not accessible in Uber Lite, lighter version of the transport system (see how to use). Another alternative is to schedule races for any day or time, according to the wishes of the customer. Simply tap the car cone located under the payment method. The platform also offers different modes: uber X, Black, Together and Select. Each has different characteristics and prices.

Unlike the California company in the United States, the 99 does not offer the option of stops nor the chance to share the value of the race natively. However, like Uber, the system also has various versions: POP, 99TAXI and Common Taxi. A software highlight is the lower fare average, ie short, medium and long trips can be more affordable than Uber and Cabify, for example see which is cheaper in real time.

Uber allows you to book a trip and 99 may offer cheaper price. Photo: Reproduction / Julia MarquesUber allows you to book a trip and 99 may offer cheaper price. Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Uber allows you to book a trip and 99 may offer cheaper price. Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Prices and rates vary by city on both services. The estimate for payment is based on the value of the base fare, plus the price for the estimated time and distance of the route, plus the variable amount as demand in the region, the so-called "dynamic price". Changes in the estimated time for the race may also increase the value of the race, for example when the driver takes a very long traffic. Another compatibility present in both applications is the inclusion of the toll value, if any, in the final price of the calculated race.

The payment method is a marked difference between platforms. At Uber there is only the possibility to pay with credit cards and cash, while 99 allows you to pay in the application for credit or debit cards, PayPal account (see how to use) and corporate voucher. If the customer prefers to pay directly to the driver, he may use cash or debit and credit cards applied to the driver's own electronic machine.

Price comparison between Uber and 99POP Photo: Reproduction / Julia MarquesPrice comparison between Uber and 99POP Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Price comparison between Uber and 99POP Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Discount coupons are useful for travel savings and serve as a stimulus strategy for users to increasingly opt for private transport services. Most codes distributed by 99 and Uber are obtained from sharing tickets with friends. This means that each time someone you know first uses one of the two apps and applies a coupon that you share, you get a discount on your next race. Thus, both platforms encourage the dissemination of the app itself and give users travel at cheaper prices.

In addition, both offer frequent discounts for regular users, ie those who always use the app to request a day to day trip. Companies also take advantage of commemorative city or country dates to campaign with limited and sometimes progressive benefits. Thus, customers get coupons with increasing benefits and can take advantage of several runs with below average prices.

Discount coupons are shared by the travel apps themselves. Photo: Reproduction / Julia MarquesDiscount coupons are shared by the travel apps themselves. Photo: Reproduction / Julia Marques

Discount coupons are shared by the travel apps themselves. Photo: Reproduo / Julia Marques

5. Driver Training

Regarding the driver selection criteria, the applications also bring proximity. Both Uber and 99 request a registration for future drivers to identify themselves in the app. This must contain driver's license, car documents and criminal record. However, to work at Uber, those interested are required to take an online course within 30 days of registration. Upon completion, the driver is fit to race. Meanwhile 99 offers workshop and optional courses.

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