Getaround
Car rental software
Automotive software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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€19 per car per month
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What is Getaround
Getaround is a peer-to-peer carsharing and short-term car rental platform that lets vehicle owners list cars for rent and lets drivers book vehicles on demand. It supports end-to-end rental workflows such as search, booking, identity and license checks, payments, and trip management through web and mobile apps. The product is primarily used by individual car owners, small operators, and renters seeking hourly or daily access to vehicles, with operations varying by country and city. A distinguishing characteristic is its emphasis on app-based, self-serve access and trip handling rather than traditional counter-based rental processes.
End-to-end marketplace workflow
Getaround covers core marketplace functions including listing management for owners, renter discovery and booking, payment processing, and trip lifecycle handling. It also supports user account management and in-app communications/notifications needed to coordinate rentals. This reduces the need for separate tools to run a peer-to-peer rental operation. The workflow design aligns with on-demand, short-duration rentals common in carsharing.
Mobile-first renter experience
The service is designed for renters to complete most actions from a mobile app, including finding vehicles, booking, and managing trips. This supports last-minute and short-notice rentals where speed of checkout matters. Mobile-centric trip management can reduce operational overhead compared with manual handoffs. It is well-suited to urban use cases where renters expect self-service.
Owner listing and utilization tools
Getaround provides tools for owners to publish vehicles, set availability, and manage reservations. This helps individual owners and small operators monetize idle vehicles without building their own booking stack. Centralized listing and calendar controls support higher utilization when demand is variable. The platform model can be attractive for operators who prefer demand generation through a marketplace.
Not a full fleet ERP
Getaround is primarily a marketplace and trip-management platform rather than a comprehensive fleet management suite. Organizations needing deep fleet operations (maintenance planning, telematics analytics, depreciation, complex asset hierarchies, or multi-branch corporate controls) may require additional systems. Reporting and operational controls are typically oriented to marketplace rentals rather than enterprise fleet governance. This can limit fit for large, centrally managed rental fleets.
Geographic availability constraints
Service availability and feature coverage depend on the country and city where Getaround operates. Businesses with multi-region requirements may find inconsistent coverage or differing policies across markets. This can complicate standardization for operators that need uniform processes across locations. Prospective users often need to validate local availability before committing.
Marketplace dependency and policies
Owners and small operators rely on platform rules, pricing dynamics, and marketplace demand to achieve utilization. Changes to fees, eligibility requirements, or trust-and-safety processes can affect unit economics and operational workflows. The platform model also means customer acquisition is partly mediated by marketplace ranking and availability. This can be a limitation for operators seeking full control over branding and direct customer relationships.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model (renter-facing): Pay-as-you-go Free tier/trial: Account creation is free; rentals are paid per-trip (hour/day) with rates set per listing by owners. Insurance is included in rentals; additional charges (fuel, mileage, EV charging) are applied per help articles.
Getaround Connect (owner-facing) — subscription (per equipped car):
| Plan / Region | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Getaround Connect (Germany, Austria, Spain) | €19 per car/month (including VAT) | Enables remote unlocking (Connect rentals). Installation fee may apply (varies by location). Deposit required (see notes). |
| Getaround Connect (France, Belgium) | €25 per car/month (including VAT) | As above; billed monthly, prorated on install/uninstall. |
| Getaround Connect (Norway) | 290 kr per car/month (including VAT) | As above. |
| Getaround Connect — installation & deposit | Variable / one-time | Installation fee may apply depending on location (some zones free). Deposit: 120€ held per car (refundable on uninstall, conditions apply). No minimum subscription length; refundable prorated charges when uninstalling. |
| Fleet / Enterprise (Getaround Fleet Solutions / Getaround for Business) | Custom pricing / Contact sales | Fleet Solutions & Business offering require demo/contact; business account opening/management is stated as free (no subscription), but fleet/product pricing is custom and by quote. |
Notes:
- Some markets/promotions: in Spain, private owners’ first equipped car gets the first 1 month of Connect free (time-limited promotional onboarding). Installation fees vary by zone (free zones vs paid areas). Additional per-rental charges (fuel reimbursement, mileage overages, EV recharging fees) are documented on the site and vary by country and rental.
Seller details
Getaround, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
2009
Private
https://www.getaround.com/
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