Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose the plan that fits your business. Upgrade or downgrade anytime.

Starter

Free
30% platform fee
Keep up to 70%*Platform fees are subject to applicable sales tax per local regulations.

Perfect for testing the platform

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Commuter

$14/mo
20% platform fee
Keep up to 80%*Platform fees are subject to applicable sales tax per local regulations.

Great for part-time drivers

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Cruiser

$20/mo
15% platform fee
Keep up to 85%*Platform fees are subject to applicable sales tax per local regulations.

Fantastic for full-time drivers

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Navigator

$25/mo
10% platform fee
Keep up to 90%*Platform fees are subject to applicable sales tax per local regulations.

Built for the professional driver

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How Quickly You'll Earn It Back

Number of rides needed to offset your monthly subscription

Fare Starter Commuter Cruiser Navigator Captain
$15 N/A ~1 ride ~1½ rides <2 rides ~2 rides
$20 N/A <1 ride ~1 ride <1½ rides ~1½ rides
$30 N/A ~½ ride <1 ride <1 ride ~1 ride

*Includes applicable platform fee taxes. Does not include tips (you keep 100% of those!).

Compare Plans & Features

See what's included at every tier—and what you're missing with traditional apps.

Feature Traditional Apps Starter Commuter Cruiser Navigator Captain
Pricing
Monthly Cost $0 Free $14/mo $20/mo $25/mo $31/mo
Platform Fee 40-60% 30% 20% 15% 10% 3%
$30 Platform Fee Cap*Platform fees are subject to applicable sales tax per local regulations.
Driver Control
Set Your Own Prices
Build Your Client Base
Set Your Own Schedule
Custom Booking Link & QR Code
Analytics & Tools
Basic Earnings Dashboard
Schedule AssistantSee travel time between rides before accepting
Advanced Earnings Analytics
Payments
Daily PayoutsPayouts are initiated daily. Funds typically arrive within 2-3 business days via Stripe.
Transparent Fee Breakdown

RideHowl vs. Traditional Rideshare Apps

See how much more you keep on every ride.

$200 Airport/Long-Haul Trip
Traditional Rideshare Apps (45% commission)
Base Fare
$200
Platform Takes
-$90
45% commission
You Keep
$110
RideHowl Captain Plan ($31/mo + 3% commission)
Base Fare
$200
Platform Takes
-$6
3% = $6 (capped at $30)
You Keep
$194
Your Extra Earnings with RideHowl
+$84 per trip*Amounts shown do not factor in sales taxes, tolls, or other potential fees. Traditional platform estimates based on industry averages.
$500 Full-Day Booking
Traditional Rideshare Apps (45% commission)
Base Fare
$500
Platform Takes
-$225
45% commission
You Keep
$275
RideHowl Captain Plan ($31/mo + 3% commission)
Base Fare
$500
Platform Takes
-$30
3% = $15, capped at $30 max
You Keep
$470
Your Extra Earnings with RideHowl
+$195 per trip*Amounts shown do not factor in sales taxes, tolls, or other potential fees. Traditional platform estimates based on industry averages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change tiers anytime?
Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your subscription tier whenever you want. Upgrade changes take effect immediately, downgrades and cancellations take effect at the end of the billing cycle.
How do payouts work?
Payouts are processed daily and typically arrive in your bank account within 2-3 business days via Stripe.
Are there any hidden fees?
No hidden fees. Stripe processing fees (2.9% + $0.30) are paid by the rider, not you. What you see is what you keep.
Do I keep 100% of tips?
Yes! Tips go directly to you with no platform cut. 100% of every tip is yours.
What's included in the free tier?
Full platform access with most features—scheduling, pricing controls, booking links, analytics. The only differences are the commission rate (30%) and some advanced analytics and scheduling features.
Is there annual billing?
Yes! Save 10% when you choose annual billing on any paid tier.
Are there taxes on platform fees?
Yes, applicable sales tax is added to platform fees per local tax regulations.

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