Rides can be reserved by tapping the Reserve a ride icon on the home screen and entering your desired ride details - pickup time and location, and destination. You can reserve a ride from 30 minutes to 3 days before your expected pick-up time.
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Requesting a ride with the Bolt app is simple. Choose your destination, add extra stops if needed, select the preferred category then confirm your request.
Running an app which requires location services to be switched on might be tricky if your internet connection is limited. If that's the case but you still need a ride, just open a browser on your computer or phone and request a Bolt without opening (… or even downloading) the app.
Bolt's main advantage is the lower fees and commissions. The company charges 15 per cent commissions to its drivers – almost half compared to Uber – which means riders can also benefit from cheaper fares. However, don't be too quick to jump in a Bolt car.
Once a driver has accepted your ride request, you can contact them by sending an in-app message. The history of the chat will be deleted upon completion of the ride. It is also possible to call the driver and this option will be available in the app for 24 hours after the ride ended.
While Uber has been around for longer and is more established in the UK public consciousness, Bolt is undoubtedly a serious competitor. With similar driver and vehicle requirements, safety procedures and pricing, the main difference appears to be the lower commission rates charged by Bolt.
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Bolt charges a 15% to 20% commission from the final price per order depending on the city. Commission fee applies to both cash and card rides and cancellation fees. Commission doesn't apply to tips, bonuses, additional airport or toll fees.
Bolt Pay Later is a payment option that can be used in stores and online shops. It does not apply to the mobility or delivery services of Bolt and Bolt Food.
100% of your tip will be sent to the driver.The option to tip your Bolt driver for their excellence will be open for up to 15 minutes after your ride has ended. Bolt in-app tipping feature works with in-app payments only. With cash payments, you can tip your driver the old-school way.
Just because you drive for Uber, it doesn't mean you can't drive for other private hire operators at the same time. Minimise those moments when Uber passenger demand is low. Other firms include local minicab companies, and rideshare apps like Ola and Bolt .