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Uruguay is one of the most digitally advanced countries in Latin America, so apps work reliably across Montevideo and Punta del Este. Cash is still useful in smaller towns, but card payments and app-based services are widely accepted in cities. WhatsApp is the default communication channel for nearly everything here.
Last updated: May 2026
The dominant ride-hailing app in Uruguay, widely used in Montevideo and Punta del Este with reliable coverage and in-app payment.
A strong Uber competitor with a solid user base in Uruguay, often preferred for professional drivers and fixed-price options.
Uruguay's homegrown food delivery leader, founded in Montevideo. The dominant platform covering restaurants, supermarkets, and pharmacies.
Popular super-delivery app covering food, groceries, medicines, and more in Montevideo and Punta del Este.
Official app for Montevideo's metropolitan bus system. Shows real-time bus locations, route planning, and where to recharge your STM transit card.
Essential app for intercity bus travel in Uruguay. Buy tickets and check schedules for routes between Montevideo, Punta del Este, and Colonia.
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