Waymo: iPhone vs Android
Waymo gets 10k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, September 2026, rounded down to a band).
Waymo by Waymo LLC is on both the App Store and Google Play. Here are both versions together: downloads, users, revenue, ratings and chart positions, store by store with totals.
Travel FreeWaymo at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-09-27. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Waymo is a free autonomous ride-hailing service that allows users to request fully self-driving electric vehicles for safe, customizable transportation in supported territories. The app holds the #3 position in US Travel Free charts, significantly outperforming its presence in other major markets like Canada (#47) and the UK (#71), indicating strong regional dominance in its home market.
Similar apps: Uber, Lyft
App Store
App details
Google Play
App details
Tech stack
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Waymo downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | 10k+ | – |
| Google Play | 1k+ | 1M+ Measured |
| Total | 10k+ Confidence | 1M+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where Waymo's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
Hidden keywords
Waymo shows up in App Store search (US) for 2 words that appear nowhere in its name, subtitle or developer name, so they are almost certainly in its private keyword field, and it ranks in the top 10 for at least one of them.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 5.0 ★ | 5.8k |
| Google Play | 5.0 ★ | 58k 4.6k written reviews |
| Both stores | 5.0 ★ weighted by ratings | 64k |
What users say about Waymo
From the 50 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users overwhelmingly praise the safety, cleanliness, and comfort of Waymo rides, often preferring them to human-driven services like Uber. However, a minority report significant issues with inefficient routing, navigation errors in complex areas, and poor customer support responsiveness.
Mostly positive (84% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for speed, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about not being useful.
What people like
- Speed & performance: “The ride was smooth and kept up with traffic”
- Ease of use: “Safe ride easy to use app!”
- Useful: “I highly recommend both the app and the vehicle!”
- Features & content: “I will never choose uber or Lyft again if Waymo is an option”
Common complaints
- Useful: “I will never try Waymo again and would not recommend it to anyone”
About Waymo
Waymo is on a mission to be the world’s most trusted driver, making it safer, more accessible, and more sustainable to get around—without the need for anyone in the driver’s seat.
REQUEST AUTONOMOUS RIDES
Ready to ride in any of our existing territories? Download the Waymo app and enter your destination to request your first ride.
HOW IT WORKS
Once requested, the Waymo car will pick you up from your current location; all you have to do is hop in, sit back, and buckle up. To begin your trip, tap “Start Ride” on the in-car passenger screen where you can also see what the Waymo Driver sees and contact Rider Support at any time.
DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND
Waymo offers the freedom of having a car to yourself without the stress of driving or parking. Day or night, you can request fully autonomous rides that are safe, clean, reliable, and customizable. Whether it’s picking the perfect temperature or streaming your favorite playlists, each ride empowers you to make it your own.
MEET THE WORLD’S MOST EXPERIENCED DRIVER™
Waymo is The World’s Most Experienced Driver™ with millions of miles of experience and a proven safety track record. Every car in our all-electric fleet is operated by the Waymo Driver, an autonomous driving technology built with safety at heart.
Its real-time visibility gives the Waymo Driver the capability to navigate and adapt with ease. Supported by a multilayered suite of sensors—including cameras, radar, and lidar—our systems maintain a constant 360°-view of the car’s surroundings ensuring road safety for all.
YOUR RIDE, EVERY TIME. EXPLORE FEATURES
Ride scheduling
• Set pick up times up to one hour in advance and we’ll be there to get you.
Pick the perfect vibe
• Adjust temperature and select tunes all through the Waymo app or in-car screen display.
Easy door unlock
• Only you can unlock your ride—use Bluetooth to unlock your ride automatically as soon as you’re near. Adjust settings via the My Car Tab in the Waymo app.
Share your trip
• Share live arrival times with friends and family while en route.
Trunk space
• Store your belongings with ample trunk space. Upon exiting the car, the trunk will automatically open to ensure nothing’s left behind.
Multi-stop
• Add multiple destinations to your ride anytime—up to 4 per trip. Or, pull over any time with the tap of a button using the Waymo app or in-car screen.
Eco-friendly
• Do right by the planet when you ride with our all-electric fleet.
The Waymo app is available for download in:
• Australia
• Canada
• France
• Germany
• Great Britain (UK)
• India
• Italy
• Japan
• Mexico
• New Zealand
• Poland
• Singapore
• United States of America