It’s the weekend. You have been driving back and forth from your place to work 5 days a week. Now, you need a break from it. You open the Grab app, but the drivers are busy at the moment. What other choice do you have other than finding another e-hailing app? Did you know that you have 7 alternatives to Grab in Malaysia?
7 E-Hailing Alternatives
Having several e-hailing apps on your phone won’t hurt, right? Here are the alternatives to Grab if you are traveling in and around Malaysia.
1. Maxim
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Maxim has been developing innovative cab ordering technology since 2003 with the aim of improving the convenience, security, and modernity of e-hailing services.
Features it offers:
- Economy rates for cheap traveling fees
- Minivans, buses, and trucks services
- Food, medicines, and household items delivery
- Discounts and promo codes
- Cash and credit card payment method
- Location sharing with others
- SOS feature in case of emergency
2. inDrive
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inDrive is an online taxi service where you can choose the fare. You may set your own fare for a journey and drivers can make counteroffers. This works almost like a bidding system. Choose the rate that appeals to you the most based on your budget. InDriver also shows each driver’s rating and the number of completed trips to aid in your decision.
Features it offers:
- Set a preferred fare according to budget
- Freedom of choice (driver, car model, arrival time, rating, number of trips completed and price)
- Location sharing with others
3. AirAsia Ride
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AirAsia Ride is an e-hailing ride that actually covers all of Malaysia like Grab. In addition to delivering parcels, AirAsia now offers e-hailing services in Malaysia!
Features it offers:
- Cheap taxi fares
- Pre-book rides (maximum 3 days before)
- Choose the preferred driver
4. MyCar SuperApp
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In terms of client experience, MyCar Superapp is comparable to both Grab and Uber and lets users follow their drivers’ positions. Additionally, the platform has a set fare structure and there are no additional fees for delays due to traffic jams.
Features it offers:
- Parcel delivery
- Cash and credit cards paying method
- Interact with drivers in app
Available on iOS only.
5. Trevo (Buddy Driver)
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Buddy Driver is not like other ride-hailing apps. You can hire a qualified driver to drive your car rather than hopping in a cab off the street! As a result, it’s similar to having a personal driver for the day to take care of all of your transportation requirements. It enables you to proceed with your day without experiencing the anxiety of driving in packed traffic.
Features it offers:
- Available 24 hours/day
- Vetted drivers following safety SOP’s
- Flexible & unlimited stops
- Track driver live on the app
6. Moevd
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The mobile lifestyle app Moevd was created to meet your demands on a daily basis. For your convenience, pick from a range of services like ride booking, food and package delivery, umrah booking, insurance, and reward points.
Features it offers:
- Instant, pre-book, chartered, and pink (women-only) rides
- Foods and goods delivery services
- Umrah booking with trusted agencies
Available on Android only.
7. Riding Pink
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This one is for the ladies! Riding Pink is an e-hailing app that all women ought to download. It is the first women and children-only ride app in Malaysia. Additionally, Riding Pink gives thousands of female drivers new income opportunities. Stay-at-home mothers, working adults, and single mothers make up a large portion of Riding Pink’s registered drivers. This makes it one of Malaysia’s top e-hailing apps for women.
Features it offers:
- Delivery services
- Pre-book rides
- PinKIDS (Send kids to school or tuition at arranged time, same driver daily, weekly or monthly)
While there isn’t a flawless ride-hailing platform, it’s comforting to know that there are a number of options available that provide the services that are important to you. Get familiar with them now so that the next time your Grab is unavailable, you can easily access these alternatives as long as you are in Malaysia.
