Before you take your next ride, check out the key differences between Uber and Lyft to make the most informed decision.
The differences between Uber and Lyft are minimal at this point, since the platforms are constantly mimicking each other's best assets — sort of like Snapchat and Instagram — to try to one-up each other.
However, there are a few key ways in which the two services differ, so be advised before you call your next ride.The first thing you should know is that I live and work in New York City, so that's where I did all of my testing. Prices will vary depending on where you are in the world, as will which features and options you do and don't have available.On their face, Uber and Lyft are not so different.
Lyft, meanwhile, offers Lyft XL for an SUV, Lyft Lux Black for a black car, and Lyft Lux Black XL for a luxury SUV.Taking a trip with either service is pretty similar — both may ask you to walk a few blocks if you're taking a shared ride, and both apps let you see the route you're taking and the estimated time you'll arrive at your destination.Yet there are a few key differences when it comes to what you can do in the app during your trip.
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