Uber

Uber is the rideshare app most Americans already know, from airport runs to late-night trips home. Open it, enter a destination and you see a price and an estimated arrival time before you confirm. Over the years it has grown into a hub for food delivery, grocery orders, rental cars, transit directions and package drop-offs. On Google Play it has more than a billion installs and an average score of about 4.7 from nearly 20 million ratings.

The store listing was last updated on September 18, 2026. The release notes mention only bug fixes and performance work, so there is no big redesign to learn. The app is free, rated Everyone, and both the version number and minimum Android version vary by device. It is useful for anyone who does not own a car, travels for work, or needs a ride where parking is a hassle.

Uber build details for your phone

• Updated: September 25, 2026
• Version: varies with device
• Requires Android: varies with device
• Developer: Uber Technologies, Inc.
• Installs: 1,000,000,000+

Google Play data as of September 28, 2026

Choosing the right ride

The ride menu can feel long at first. UberX is the standard, affordable option with the car to yourself. UberX Priority gets you picked up faster, and UberXL fits groups of up to six. Comfort adds newer cars with more legroom, while Black and Premier are the premium tiers with highly rated or professional drivers. There are also Electric and Comfort Electric options, Uber Pet for trips with your pet, and a Taxi option in select cities.

For bigger needs, Uber Charter books buses and limo buses that seat 14 to 55 people, which suits weddings or team events. Uber Hourly keeps one car and driver with you for several hours. Parents can request Uber Car Seat, which provides one forward-facing seat for a child who is at least 2 years old, 22 pounds and 31 inches tall.

Short hops have their own option too. The 2-wheels section helps you find a scooter nearby, which can beat a car on a crowded downtown street. If lower emissions matter to you, Uber says its fleet of electric and hybrid vehicles keeps growing.

Prices, splitting costs and Uber One

Uber shows an upfront price once you enter a destination, so you know the fare before the car arrives. To lower the cost, UberX Share matches you with other riders heading the same way. Split Fare lets you divide the bill evenly with friends while you are still in the car, and Group Rides is built for traveling together.

Uber One is the optional membership. According to the listing it gives $0 delivery fees and up to 10% off eligible delivery and pickup orders, plus 6% back in Uber Cash on eligible rides. Other fees and terms still apply, and the membership price is shown in the app rather than in the store listing. It makes the most sense if you ride and order food several times a month.

Beyond rides: deliveries, rentals and transit

The same account runs Uber Eats, so restaurant meals, groceries, pharmacy items, convenience store snacks and pet supplies can all be ordered from one place. Uber Connect handles same-day, no-contact deliveries, for example sending a care package or an item you sold online.

You can also reserve a ride for a specific time, rent a car for a trip or errands, and plan public transit routes. Uber for Business puts work travel and meal programs on one dashboard for companies.

Calls between riders and drivers go through in-app VoIP calling, so keep app notifications on during a trip. Coverage varies by city. Service runs in places like Boston, DC, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Orlando and Chicago, but not every ride type exists everywhere.

Who gets the most out of Uber

Uber fits commuters without a car, travelers heading to and from the airport, and anyone who needs a ride home after a night out. Frequent users who also order food are the ones most likely to benefit from Uber One. Occasional riders can skip the membership and simply compare the upfront price between ride types before booking.

A few habits help. Check the car and driver details in the app before you get in. Use the in-app Help section if something goes wrong on a trip, since that keeps the issue tied to your ride. And if you travel with a young child, request Uber Car Seat instead of assuming a regular car will have one.

Ride options, pickup map and trip screens

Uber questions riders ask most

Can I book an Uber for tomorrow morning?

Yes. Uber lets you reserve rides in advance for a specific time, which is useful for early flights or appointments.

Does Uber have rides for a big group?

UberXL seats up to six people. For larger groups, Uber Charter books vehicles such as limo buses and coach buses for 14 to 55 passengers.

What does Uber One include?

The listing mentions $0 delivery fees and up to 10% off eligible delivery and pickup orders, plus 6% Uber Cash back on eligible rides. Other fees and terms apply.