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A Comprehensive guide to Ola, Meru Cabs, Uber and Easy Cabs

In India, one of the most arduous and gruelling tasks is hunting down a taxi! It is a struggle every India is all too familiar with.

The answer to all your problems is online cab bookings!

Companies such as Ola, Easy Cabs, Uber and Meru Cabs make it incredibly easy for people to search for, order, and book cabs in their vicinity. So, gone are the days where you had to spend ages running behind a cabbie only to be refused!

Welcome to the new era of better living… of convenient living! But what are exactly are the benefits of these online cab booking systems?

• You have a guarantee- A guarantee that you will indeed get a cab, and that he won’t refuse to ferry you! This is vitally important especially when you’re running late, like trying to catch a flight, or make it in time for a meeting.
• Saves up a lot of time and energy-  You save a lot of time and energy by not having to run around trying to hail a cab.  You only need to push a couple of buttons on your mobile and a taxi comes right at your doorstep or location.
• Financial transactions are made transparent- is the to say that they can no longer cheat you for more money by tampering their meters.

This article is a comprehensive guide to the 4 companies which have a monopoly over the local cab industry and are shaping it into how we see it today.

The Face That Runs the Place

1. Uber
2. Ola
3. Meru Cabs
4. Easy Cabs

Uber Cabs

The idea for this world-wide multi-billion-dollar taxi corporation dawned on Garrett Camp and Travis Kalanick on fine winter evening 2008.

It was a snowing really heavily in Paris when the two couldn’t seem to get a ride back home. This when they had their eureka moment when they decided to build an app that gave one the power to hail a taxi at their finger-tips. Now, after almost 10 years, what had initially been an idea just in its hatchling phase has now transformed into a massive business, employing hundreds and serving thousands! Uber have come a long way.

Uber has 5 options to choose from for their customers, which all have their own base fares and different rates- as well as their own advantages.

User Options:

1. UBERGO
2. POOL
3. UBERX
4. UBERXL
5. UBERSELECT

Option	Base Fare	Distance Fare	Ride Time Fare	Cancellation Fee
UberGo	Rs. 25	Rs. 6 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 15
Pool	Rs. 65 for first 4 km	Rs. 5 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Depends
UberX	Rs. 70	Rs. 10 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 75- Rs 100
UberXL	Rs. 170	Rs. 22 per km	Rs. 3 per minute	Rs. 150
UberSelect	Rs 240	Rs 25 per km	Rs 4 per minute	Rs 175-200

These are the prices for Taxis in Mumbai. Sometimes the fares for cities such as base prices vary.

Ordering an Uber is also very simple, as shown in the image below.

How to Book:

1. A user will first enter their current location (usually done by just turning your GPS setting on your phone- found in settings or the taskbar)
2. They will then feed in their destination location into the app. This is the place where they want to be doped off.
3. They will then choose which Uber option they want from the above list
4. After the previous step, users will then need to click on “request Uber”
5. The customer will then get the details of their driver, including contact and his location. They may then choose to call him up if they wish to speak directly to him.

Top Offers and Coupons of the Month

Uber is generous enough to bestow several offers and coupons upon its users. With the use of Uber Promo Codes, they make it beneficial and affordable for the users, and at the same time manage to garner more and more customers as well. It is, in fact this generosity that makes it so attractive an option among users. Here are the best three offers and deals Uber has to offer it’s loyal fan base:

1. ‘Jio Membership’ Offer

A user with an existing Jio membership can benefit from this offer. The customer can get up to 3 Uber rides entirely free of cost! The only condition is that the ride must be only as expensive as 150 rupees however. This amazing offer is valid up till the end of this month only.

2. Paytm Offer

Paytm and Uber- These two technology giants have come together to give their users a great offer! A customer needs only to download these two applications on their device, link them together, and avail of 3 rides on the house! When these two apps are linked, the user gets the coupon code ‘DEAL150’. The coupon code then lets the user have their first three inauguratory rides absolutely free of cost! As of March 2017, this offer stands verified and valid, but will expire by the end of the month.

3. ‘Referral’ Offer

Saving the proverbial ‘best for the last’, this offer is definitely the most lucrative one! This offer gives users a chance to earn a discount of rupees 50 off on up to 36 rides. That’s correct. Thirty-six. The way this promo code (SAVITRIC62UE) works is simple. A user must refer the app to anyone from his contact list. If the person he refers decides to sign up to Uber, then upon the new users first ride the referrer gets his discount. If referred to 2 users, the person gets rupees 50 off on twelve rides. If 4 users are referred, then the referrer gets the discount on 24 rides. This number keeps rising higher, with it reaching its max at 36 rides after having referred the app to 6 friends.

OLA Cabs

Ola is one of India’s most popular apps for transportation, and much like Uber, it makes traveling highly convenient and cost-efficient.

Valued at an astounding $5 billion, this company founded as recent as December 2010, has grown to become integral in the city’s transportation circuit.

Ola has 4 options for its users as shown in the table below:

Option	Base Fare	Distance Fare	Ride Time Fare	Cancellation Fee
Micro	Rs. 40	Rs. 6 Upto 15 km and Rs.12 thereafter	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 25
Mini	Rs. 80 for first 4 km	Rs. 10 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 50
Prime	Rs. 80	Rs. 13-15 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 75- Rs 100
Lux	Rs. 250	Rs. 22/1km	Rs. 3 per minute	Rs. 150

The above table shows the fares for Ola only in Mumbai. It is important to note that the rates such as base fare, distance fare and ride time fare can vary from state to state.

Top Offers and Coupons of the Month:

1. ‘Outstation’ Offer

Ola is offering a very lavish 20% off on all outstation rides through this month. So, put in the code “OS20” and grab your chance to explore the open roads and get a breath of fresh air. With this offer, lose the city but find yourself!

2. ‘Ola Auto’ Offer

Ola has started their new auto service, and as an inaugural offer they are giving users their first auto ride for FREE. No promo code needed. No hassle. And for the first time, autos won’t say no to you!

3. ‘Recharge’ Offer

Users can now avail of a 20% cashback from Ola if you pay through their very own Ola Wallet. Users need only recharge their wallets, or make payments through it to get an instant 20% cashback. This offer can give you a max of Rs. 75.

How to Book:

1. You enter your current location, or the location from where you want to be picked up.
2. Select your destination through the app
3. Choose which Ola option you want
4. Click on “Ride Now” or “Ride Later” depending on your needs
5. If you select “Ride Later”, you will need to fill in your location and time of pickup
6. After making your booking, will get the contact details of your driver.

Meru Cabs

Pioneers in the personal transportation industry, Meru Cabs is more than just a brand. They have now become almost synonymous to taxis.

Meru were one of the first companies in fact, to launch the idea of remotely accessible cabs and have seen gone on to grow into an empire. They boast an annual growth rate of approximately 25%.

Meru Cabs have 5 options for the customers to pick and choose from:

User Options:

1. Meru Cab (normal)
2. Meru Flexi
3. Meru Sedan
4. Meru Hatchback
5. Meru SUV

Option	Base Fare	Distance Fare	Ride Time Fare	Cancellation Fee
Normal	Rs. 30	Rs. 7 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 25
Flexi	Rs. 45	Rs. 10 per km	Rs. 1 per min	Rs. 35
Sedan	Rs. 110	Rs. 12 per km	Rs. 1.5 per min	Rs. 75
Hatchback	Rs. 220	Rs. 20/1km	Rs. 2 per minute	Rs. 170
SUV	Rs 270	Rs 25/km	Rs 3 per minute	Rs 200

Meru cabs coupon codes :

1. ‘Half-Paid Prince’

With this coupon, Meru Cab users can travel in luxury while paying only half of what they should! Use the coupon code “BLR30”, and get a flat 50% discount. Valid for all users, this promo code earns you a reduction of up to 150 rupees. Travel like a prince with this exciting deal!

2. ‘MobiKwik’ Offer

MobiKwik has tied up with virtually every company in the taxi industry. Using their app to pay for a Meru Cab earns you a 15% cashback on 3 separate rides! And on each transaction, users can redeem up to 70 rupees.

3. ‘Ahdha Dio, Kuhlke Jio’

Jio and Meru Cab tie up leaves the customers as the biggest beneficiaries. Users paying through the Jio Wallet app can redeem a discount of up to 50% (max rupees 150) on their first Meru Cab trip. What better way to start, right? So, put in “JIOMERU”, and khulke Jio!

How to Book:

1. Click on “Book Now”
2. Enter your pick-up location, and other necessary detail like a fixed time (if required)
3. Select ‘ExactoMeter’
4. Click on “Booking Confirmed”
5. After making your booking, will get the contact details of your driver.

Easy Cabs

This is a revolutionary e-hailing taxi company, founded by Tallis Gomes Daniel Cohen in 2011. This company of theirs pushes the boundaries of the taxi service industry in the country. Operating in all major cities, internationally as well as in India, Easy Cabs stands for mobility, convenience and customer care.

Some benefits of Easy Cabs are:

• Their prices include fuel cost
• In car GPS devices for extra safety
• Vast range of vehicles
• Well trained chauffeurs
• Booking flexibility- Book minutes/hours/days/weeks beforehand
• All cars have All-India Permit

With easy cabs, you can use their online website to book a cab. The option for which vehicle to choose will be given according to the number of people you have to book for and whether you are traveling local or outstation. Some common cars they have are: Maruti Esteem, Ford Ikon, Accent, and the Toyota Etios. The rates for every car of theirs is the same.

The rates for Easy Cabs are:

Base Fare	Distance Fare	Ride Time Fare	Cancellation Fee
Rs. 27	Rs. 20/1km,	Rs. 2.5 per minute	NIL

Unlike the 3 companies above, the rates do not depend on which car you select, but rather on the distance you travel. Once again, this is for Mumbai city only and not for other states.

Car selection is done over phone call with the company.

Top Offers and Coupons of the Month:

1. ‘Newbie’ Offer

With this coupon, Easy Cabs offers a discount up to Rs 1100 to new users. This is applicable only to first time customers, and has an indefinite valid date. This can be done only if the booking is made through their app.

2. ‘Outstation 500’

With this coupon, Easy Cabs offers a flat discount of rupees 500, on a booking of an outstation journey. However, this offer stands redeemable only once, and valid only up to 3 months since making an account with them. So, hurry up and book a car!

3. ‘Help Yourself’ Offer

Easy Cabs offers a staggering 500 INR off if you rent a car for self-driving. If you rent a cab from them using the Carzonrent app, with a booking worth Rs 2000 or upwards, you can avail of this discount. A registered mobile number can only make use of this one however.

Comparison

So out of all the ones we just saw, which one is better? Uber or Ola? Meru Cabs or Easy Cabs? We’ll let you decide.

Criteria	Ola Cabs	Meru Cabs	Easy Cabs	Uber Cabs
User Interface	Simple, unsophisticated and easy to navigate	Simple in nature, easy to pick up	Website is really interactive and lively	Has more options, but isn’t cluttered, very clean
Discount Offered (Best Offer)	Recharge Offer: Instant cashback of 20% on recharge of Ola Wallet	Jio Offer: Use Jio Wallet and avail a discount up to 50%	Newbie Offer: A discount of up to Rs 1100 for new users	Referral Offer: Up to 36 free rides upon referral
Cab Service	Excellent Cab service as per reviews, considered best in the country.	Generally very favourable reviews	Variety of cars you can rent. Generally kept in very well condition, clean and serviced	Good cab service, clean cars, and easily accessible

The table below shows best city wise offers in the major cities:

	Ola Cabs	Meru Cabs	Easy Cabs	Uber Cabs
Mumbai	50% off on first ride (1-time use, for new customers; up to Rs 50.)	Ride for just Rs 17 per km and waiting charge of Rs 2 per min	Offer for no excess luggage charges	Flat rate of Rs 2799 for intercity travel.
Chennai	Rs 75 off on first 5 rides for new customers	Rs 50 off on first 3 rides	First 5 km for just Rs 40	Rs 50 off on first 3 rides
Hyderabad	First 3 rides free for new customers (Under Rs 100)	Flat rate of Rs 699 for Airport to city and vice versa	First 4 km at Rs 50	Flat rate of Rs 29 for first 4 km in UberPool
Delhi	25% cashback (up to Rs 50) on two mini cab rides	Special cabs reserved only for woman to increase safety (at lower prices	Reduced waiting charges at only Rs 30 per hour	Rs 50 off on first 3 rides

This is a comprehensive guide to remote taxi services in India