No, they are not the same thing. Uber Cash is a stored value account that you can use to pay for your Uber rides. You can add money to it and grow your balance over time. On the other hand, Uber's cash payment option is just that…an option to pay for your ride using cash instead of credit or debit.
What is the error message you are receiving? If the CVV number or billing zip code for your credit or debit card is entered incorrectly, you may receive a message about an error processing your payment after a trip. Try removing the payment method, then add it again, making sure all info is correct.
Deposit cash nationwideDeposit cash to your card at over 90,000 participating retailers nationwide. Simply ask the cashier to deposit cash directly to your card at the register.
If you have credits on your account they will automatically apply to your next trip. To save your credits for another time, you can change your payment method before or during your ride.
Are there limits on how much I can cash out? You will always receive your weekly earnings through the default scheduled payout with no limit. If you choose one of our faster cash out options: Instant - you are able to cash out up to 5 times per day and up to a total of $1700 per week (resets every Monday).
The biggest benefits are a very good cash-back rate on gas purchases and EV charging and the ability to get paid instantly after completing an Uber ride or delivery. That cash-back rate can vary wildly, depending on your Uber Pro status, where you fill up or charge up and other ways you choose to stack the savings.