Study Finds Riders Could Save Millions by Comparing Uber and Lyft Prices
ByAinvest
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 1:16 pm ET1min read
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A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that Uber and Lyft often charge different prices for the same ride-hailing trip, with a 14% average price difference. Comparing both apps could save riders millions of dollars annually, but few people do it. The study estimates that customers in New York City pay an extra $300 million annually by not comparing prices.

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