Comparing the two ride hailing apps to help you pick the right one for Austria.
| Bolt | FREENOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Books rides in Vienna, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Eisenstadt, Parndorf, Rust and towns around Lake Neusiedl. | Dispatches licensed taxis in Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, Linz and selected surrounding Austrian service areas. |
| Essential? | Yes | No |
| Pro Tip | Bolt is usually cheaper than Uber in Vienna as of mid-2026, but its supply is thinner outside Vienna, Graz and Salzburg. | Use it when Uber and Bolt surge. A metered taxi can be cheaper for a short central Vienna trip. |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend Bolt for ride hailing in Austria. Bolt is usually cheaper than Uber in Vienna as of mid-2026, but its supply is thinner outside Vienna, Graz and Salzburg.
Bolt is our top recommendation for ride hailing in Austria. Books rides in Vienna, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Eisenstadt, Parndorf, Rust and towns around Lake Neusiedl.
Bolt vs FREENOW in Austria