Island paradise made easier with the right apps
Heads up
Cash is still king outside Metro Manila. Download GCash before you go but always carry pesos as a backup. English is widely spoken, so language apps are optional, but navigation apps are a must given Manila's notoriously unpredictable traffic.
Last updated: May 2026
The dominant ride-hailing superapp in the Philippines, covering private cars, shared rides, and motorcycle taxis across all major cities.
The original motorcycle taxi app in the Philippines, ideal for beating gridlocked traffic in Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao.
Ride-hailing where you propose your own fare and drivers accept or counter-offer. Growing fast in Metro Manila.
One of the top food delivery apps with broad coverage including smaller cities. Frequently runs discount vouchers.
Grab's food delivery arm, deeply integrated with the main Grab app with strong coverage in major cities.
The Philippines' leading mobile wallet, accepted at convenience stores, markets, and restaurants via QR code.
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