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This is about worldwide dispatch service “Grab” and “Uber”

Dispatch service is a convenient service that can arrange a taxi through a dedicated app and is gradually introduced in Japan. However, it has been popular in the world for a long time, and the system of vehicle allocation service is commonplace. This time, we will summarize the characteristics of the two major service providers, Grab and Uber.

About Grab

Grab is a dispatch service focusing on Asia, with its headquarters in Singapore. Use a dedicated app as well as a general dispatch service. By the way, it does not correspond to the Japanese at the moment. A taxi will come to pick you up by opening the app and registering your location and destination. Both taxi drivers and general drivers are registered with Grab, so it is possible to choose which one you want when making an arrangement.

About Uber

Grab is a dispatch service focusing on Asia, with its headquarters in Singapore. Use a dedicated app as well as a general dispatch service. By the way, it does not correspond to the Japanese at the moment. A taxi will come to pick you up by opening the app and registering your location and destination. Both taxi drivers and general drivers are registered with Grab, so it is possible to choose which one you want when making an arrangement.

Difference between Grab and Uber

Both are services developed in various countries, but there are some minor differences. So I tried to summarize the main things.

1: With or without communication with the driver

Although both specify the destination when arranging, there is a difference that Grab checks the destination again after getting on board, while Uber does not have such confirmation and operates almost without communication.

2: Taxi driver

Grab can choose a taxi driver, but Uber has only registered ordinary people. Therefore, it is recommended that you use Grab if you feel uneasy that trouble is likely to occur if you interact with the general public.

3: Payment method except cards

Grab accepts cash, but Uber accepts only cards. When registering Uber, registration of card information is required. Therefore, if you intend to use Uber abroad, be sure to prepare your card.

Summary

Grab is an Asia-centered, Uber is a dispatch service that has been deployed worldwide. The mechanism is almost the same, but there are also minor differences. When using the dispatch service for travel, choose the one that suits you.