FreeNow vs Uber in London

Wait Times

FreeNow black cabs are faster in central London during evenings. Uber is faster everywhere else and at quiet times.

Price

Uber is cheaper during quiet times. FreeNow black cabs are cheaper when Uber has surge pricing (Friday and Saturday nights).

Cancellations

FreeNow black cabs cancel much less often.

If you need a ride for an early flight, use FreeNow black cab.

Vehicles

UberX is a regular car. FreeNow black cabs are bigger with 6 seats and wheelchair access built in.

Journey Time

Black cabs can use bus lanes. Regular cars cannot. In busy central London, this makes black cabs 10-14 minutes faster.

When to Use Each

Use FreeNow Black Cab when:

• You're in central London
• It's evening or night
• You need wheelchair access
• You have a group of 5-6 people
• You need a ride for an early morning flight

Use Uber when:

• It's daytime on a weekday
• You're outside central London
• You want cheaper prices
• You want upfront pricing not a meter

Use neither when:

• You have 3+ suitcases (book a minibus)
• You need to travel before 5am (book ahead)
• You need a guaranteed vehicle type

Summary

• Central London evening trips: FreeNow black cab is faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
• Daytime weekday trips outside London: Uber is faster and cheaper.
• Everything else: It depends. Use both apps and pick the best option.