FREE NOW (mytaxi)

Name: FREE NOW (mytaxi)
Rating: 4.80868 (33029 reviews)

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FREE NOW (mytaxi)

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User Reviews for FREE NOW (mytaxi)

Excellent service in Rome

I used the taxi service in Rome to request a car at 4:30am. I was worried about looking for a car so early on a Sunday morning so I booked the service the night before. I received a confirmation that a driver accepted the ride and felt better about it. The next morning about 15 min before the pick up time the app showed that the driver has canceled the ride. Fortunately I didn’t have to do anything. The app automatically looked for a new driver and a taxi came about a couple of minutes later than the original booking time. We could see on the map as the driver was approaching and the app showed his contact info. Our destination was the airport and the driver charged us the flat fee as shown on the original estimate and as advertised on all taxis. There was no overcharge for the driver getting to our address as I have seen so many people complain about. The driver was nice and courteous and the car and the ride itself were excellent. I highly recommend the service.

AnetaG, Feb 08, 2020

DaveofBellinghanWA.

We use the app in Naples and in Rome in 2019. We were pleased with this service, but I always sat in the front with Google maps open to verify the driver was on a good route. I always made sure the drive started the meter once we got in, and before the driver started it it was at zero. Remember, the Italian philosophy is that if you allow yourself to be ripped off, it’s your own fault. One you understand this you will have a better experience. We plan on returning to Rome in October and will use the service again. One note. If you are planning to go to an airport in the middle of the night, do a Google search for good rated shuttle services. Pay the extra bucks!

DaveofBellinghamWA, Aug 16, 2021

Perfectly decent taxi-hailing app.

I have been using MyTaxi since early January while studying abroad outside of Madrid and have been very happy with it. I am almost always able to get a ride on-demand, and the taxi drivers who have picked me up have been very cordial and professional. Yes, the taxi drivers usually turn the meter on when you request a ride, not when they actually pick you up, and yes, the cost-estimates are sometimes inaccurate, but this is a taxi-hailing service, not a ride-share service. If you expect this app to function exactly as does Uber or Lyft, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. If you want a reliable, easy-to-use taxi-hailing service, this app is perfectly fine.

DrumMachine385, Apr 15, 2018

App was Useless and I was charged double!

This app is useless. You’re better off just negotiating directly with the cab drivers that way you can ensure a a decent price and you guys can understand each other upfront. The original price that I mapped out on the app, quoted me between 14-16 euros and when I arrived at my destination the driver charged me double at 35 euros!! I couldn’t even understand what the driver was saying when I asked him why the price had increased. I thought this app would be kind of like Uber where the price is set but it is not it’s just a way to dispatch a cab and get unknowing tourist. And the customer service was no help when I tried to contact them. This was my first and last time using the app!! What is the point of this app if the quotes are irrelevant and the drivers can just charge you whatever they feel! My advice get an Uber or if they don’t operate there like in Italy negotiate directly with the cab driver because they are everywhere.

Endless_Lyn, Oct 21, 2019

Misleading Prices

HORRIBLE SETVICE.I used this app to find a ride from my Airbnb in Rome to the airport. This app, prior to booking, it gives you an estimated cost for the trip, just like Uber, but I ended up paying 20 euros more than the estimated cost. At first, I was okay with the price, but when I paid I realized that the driver had added an additional 5 euros for God knows what. I didn't want to argue with him, but instead I decide to contact customer service so I emailed them. They told me that “per their local taxi regulation, supplements could be applied on top of the metered fare for luggage and for extra passengers, from the fifth passenger onwards.” And I understand that, but I booked a car for 5 people only 4 made it, and each of us had 1 luggage avg. less than 50lbs. So I don’t understand where this charge came from, I felt scammed. It would be nice if they disclosed this “supplemental charge” before hand and their estimated rates weren’t so off. For now I wouldn’t recommend using this app to anyone- I wish I would’ve used my preferred option, Uber. They are more reliable and I can always count that their estimated prices are always on point. Also, if your Airbnb or hotel offers a shuttle option take it, quite frankly, ANYTHING IS BETTER THAN THIS APP AND THE TAXI DRIVERS.

icaari26, Dec 03, 2019

Not nearly as good as Uber or Lyft

One of the perks of using apps such as Uber or Lyft is the reliability and ability to get a ride with limited communication. Neither of which did I experience with Free Now. When I’ve used Uber or Lyft, I’ve rarely needed to speak with the driver. They see where I am at, they drive nearby, I wave them down, confirm the destination, and off we go. My experience with Free Now was not this way. The driver called, and because I could not speak Italian, canceled my ride. This shouldn’t have even been a concern. I entered my destination and location. Why even call? Is the app not providing the information? Also, prior to booking, the app stated that a ride would be available in 2 minutes when in fact it was closer to 10. I nearly missed my train, and there is no reason why the app should display such vastly different estimates. I’ve never experienced such problems with Uber or Lyft.

mattholl10, Jul 14, 2022

It’s a great app depending where you are.

I am updating my review. There was a mistake made but it’s been taken care of. I love the way it’s run in Germany. Used it way too much running late to work but it was worth it. In Paris I took it a few times. It’s a private car, not a cab like Germany. So I wasn’t expecting that. I had a really crazy driver yelling at police to move out of the way and cutting cars off and creating a huge block in traffic ended up with a lot of honking. When we arrived to my destination I said it is right here. He said no it’s not. So I started to yell and he let me out. The biggest problem with the app in Germany and Paris is the same. It will find you a driver but then the car just sits there. Or will go in circles or go the wrong way. Idk if it’s a technical problem with their gps system because it can get infuriating watching your cab on the map. In germany it gets 4 1/2 stars because of the car not moving or going the wrong way. In Paris it gets 2 stars.

mimiinwonderland, Jan 18, 2021

Terrible app, would never recommend to anyone.

First time I am writing a review for anything but I think someone who is planning to use this app should read this. I was with my family in Barcelona, near Las Rambla, and someone recommended I booked a taxi through this app to go to the airport. I scheduled 2 days in advance a taxi to pick us up at 4am. Later confirmed a day before that the taxi would be there at exactly that time as the neighborhood wasn’t the safest. Barcelona in particular has not been the safest place to be lately. At 4am I found myself in the middle of the dark streets outside my AirBNB with 2 children and my wife waiting for this taxi that never showed up. When I entered my booking on the apps it said that there were no taxis available around the area. In other words, “we know you made this reservation, but, too bad, we can’t help you.” It was sincerely frustrating as they don’t allow Uber in Barcelona. I had to literally walk in the middle of a night to a hotel nearby and ask the very kind gentleman to book me a regular taxi. To this day I feel incredibly grateful to him. Please DO NOT USE THIS APP TO SCHEDULE A TRIP IN ADVANCE. They are absolutely unreliable.

ppcuerdas, Nov 22, 2019

Poor service in London

I was in UK for business trip and booked my taxi via freenow at arrival. I wasn’t too much concerned by ordering by freenow before I experienced 2 forced cancellation in UK. Already user of freenow in France, I feel ok for its service. But by arriving in UK, I tried to book taxi, for two times… all failed… For the first time, the driver seems to stop somewhere nearby and waited for me to cancel the trip. I had to do so as I need to travel directly to my office that morning. And I re-booked another trip with them, this time the driver seems to come to pick me up, but after several exhausting conversation by calls, the driver couldn’t make it to come the the location I was, which is the exit of the saint pancras international station. Long waiting after about 3 quarters, I was so very much disappointed and suffered by this experience. After my business trip in UK, I contacted the customer service for these 2 forced cancellations that charged me 12 pounds, I got a 6-pound voucher valid during one month in UK, which doesn’t serve anything for me, as I only stayed in London for a week for business reason and complaints raised after this stay. Anyway, even though I were still there, don’t have any more confidence with free mnow drivers… So… wish you luck and be careful when you book in Uk…

skcpcit, Mar 27, 2022

Way to expensive for ride

I’m really disappointed with this app. Im just giving 2 stars thanks to one of your drivers who at least gave me a reasonable price after my trip. Don’t use this app at least in rome because most of the drivers gonna take money from you. The app shows you an estimate of 8 - 12 euros, but guess what when i went into the car (as my second time using the app) i realized that the fare was set up already on 10 euros ( they have the mirror when it shows the kilometer and the “price” that u gonna pay) and i was not even in the car. I didnt mind it first but when i finish my trip it came out with 32 euros!!!! FOR A 10 min RIDE!!!! THAT IS RIDICULOUS!!!! Good thing that they didn’t dare to ask for tip. when i asked why so expensive they said that once they accept the ride the amount starts to count even if im not in the car and i was like what the.... im gonna contact to costumer service because this can’t be. Those drivers are scaming way too much.

spoc4r, Jul 21, 2019

Description

FREE NOW is a licensed ride-hailing and multi-mobility app in 10 European countries. You are in control to choose how you roll, book easily, pay in-app quickly and complete your trip safely! HOW IT WORKS - RIDE-HAILING 1.

Enter your destination 2. Book a taxi or Ride near you 3. Track your driver's arrival 4. Pay easily through the app HOW IT WORKS - ESCOOTER, EMOPED, EBIKE, CARSHARING 1. Switch to the 2-wheels / carsharing tab 2. Find an eScooter, eMoped, eBike, car nearby 3. Unlock the vehicle by scanning the QR code or by selecting it directly on the map 4. Go to your destination and pay easily through the app FEATURES - Safety first, you can choose a taxi with a partition screen to allow for social distancing between driver and passenger. - Highest quality drivers, fully licensed with all PHV drivers met and onboarded face-to-face. - The only ride-hailing app where you can choose an electric Black cab, Eco Taxi or electric PHV every time you take a trip! Same great service, lower environmental impact. - Convenient prebook feature on black cabs and taxis available up to 4 days in advance making planning ahead that bit easier. - All black cabs and Accessible taxi options are wheelchair accessible for those requiring extra assistance. STREAMLINE YOUR BUSINESS TRAVEL Automatically collect your receipt via email after each trip when you pay with the app, or skip manual expense reportings altogether by using a FREE NOW for business account. EASY AIRPORT TRANSFER Book a black cab or a taxi last minute or up to 4 days before your flight. Need a pickup? No problem, just collect your luggage, order your vehicle of choice through the app and follow the in-app walking directions to the FREE NOW pickup point within your terminal. FREE NOW is available for both business and holiday travel at Europe's largest airports, including Heathrow, London City, Gatwick, Stansted, Dublin, Frankfurt, Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona El-Prat, Munich, Rome Fiumicino, Manchester, Lisbon, Düsseldorf, Vienna Schwechat, Milano Malpensa, Berlin Tegel, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Nice Côte d'Azur and Malaga. TRAVEL ALL OVER EUROPE The FREE NOW service is available across 10 countries in over 100 European cities. SUPPORT If you have any questions, please visit the help & contact section of the app (via your profile) to see our most frequently asked questions. Alternatively, please get in touch at https://support.free-now.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new