Mobile
Flutter
Build Android and iOS apps from one shared codebase, so you launch on both platforms faster with a consistent experience.
Used for
- Mobile apps
- Delivery apps
- E-commerce apps
- Booking apps
Transportation & logistics
Taxi and ride-hailing software development
Booking, dispatch and driver apps for taxi operators, outstation cab services, airport transfers, corporate cabs and bike or auto aggregators.
At a glance
The short version
- What we build
- How it works
- Rider app
- Dispatch engine
- Driver app
- Driver and rider
- 2 more
- Runs on
- Android
- iOS
- Cross-platform
- Admin
- Web app
- Built with
- and 2 more tools
- Who it's for
We build ride-hailing and taxi software: rider apps, driver apps, dispatch consoles, fare engines, driver onboarding and payouts, and safety features. It suits local taxi operators going digital, outstation and airport transfer services, and startups launching niche ride aggregators.
- Cost depends on
- Booking types
- Commercial model
- Safety features
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How to start
Tell us what you need in your own words. You talk to the developers who would build it and get a written, line-item estimate.
Get a project estimateDispatch, fares and drivers in one system
A taxi business depends on three things working in real time: finding a nearby driver, charging a fare both sides accept, and keeping riders and drivers safe. Local operators often run this through phone bookings and WhatsApp; aggregators need automated matching and pricing from the first day.
We build taxi and ride-hailing platforms for both. The Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, as adopted by each state, set expectations on driver verification, safety features and fares, so we plan those with you before the first screen is designed.
Challenges
Operational realities of taxi businesses
Driver supply at peaks
Airports, stations and rainy evenings need dispatch rules that do not leave riders waiting.
Fare disputes
Tolls, waiting time, night charges and outstation allowances cause arguments when they are not itemised.
Driver verification
Licence, vehicle papers and background checks must be complete before a driver goes online.
Cash handling
Mixed cash and UPI payments make commission settlement with drivers messy.
Solutions
Solutions for cab operators
Across 4 areas
Rider app, driver app, dispatch engine and admin console for cab, auto, bike taxi, rental and outstation services, with UPI, cash and live tracking.
Custom fleet management software for GPS tracking, trips, driver apps, compliance reminders, maintenance and freight billing.
Digital wallet apps with top-ups, QR payments, rewards and a balance ledger, for closed-loop programmes or with a licensed PPI issuer.
Support and sales chatbots for web, app and WhatsApp that answer from your own content and hand off to your team.
Ride-hailing features we build
Rider app
Book now or later, fare estimates, live tracking, trip sharing with contacts and in-app SOS.
Driver app
Trip requests, navigation, earnings, document expiry alerts and cash or UPI collection.
Dispatch engine
Nearest-driver matching, airport queues and manual assignment for phone bookings.
Fare engine
Distance and time rates, tolls, night and waiting charges, outstation packages and corporate tariffs.
Driver wallet and payouts
Commission or subscription deductions, cash adjustments and scheduled payouts.
How it works
How a cab ride works, from booking to rating
- Rider app
Step 1: Rider books a cab
Pickup, drop and cab type are chosen, with a fare estimate that shows tolls and night charges up front.
- Dispatch engine
Step 2: Dispatch finds a nearby driver
Online drivers close by are offered the trip in turn, while airport queues and phone bookings follow their own rules.
- Driver app
Step 3: Driver accepts and heads to pickup
The driver gets pickup details and navigation; the rider sees the cab approaching with its number and driver details.
- Driver and rider
Step 4: Trip starts with an OTP
The rider shares a start code so the right person is in the right cab. The trip can be shared with family, and SOS is one tap away.
- Fare engine
Step 5: Fare calculated and paid
Distance, time, waiting and tolls produce an itemised fare, paid by UPI, card, wallet or cash.
- Admin dashboard
Step 6: Ratings and driver payout
Both sides rate the trip, and the driver's commission and cash adjustments settle in the next scheduled payout.
Platforms
Rider, driver and dispatcher apps
- Mobile
Android app
Apps for Android phones and tablets, tested on budget and mid-range devices and published on Google Play or privately.
- Mobile
iOS app
Apps for iPhone and iPad, built to Apple's guidelines and released through TestFlight and the App Store.
- Mobile
Cross-platform mobile app
One Flutter or React Native codebase for Android and iOS, with native modules where a feature needs them.
- Back office
Admin dashboard
Back-office panels for operations, support and finance teams: orders, users, content, reports and permissions.
- Web
Web application
Browser-based applications with logins, roles and workflows, such as customer portals, SaaS products and internal tools.
Technology
Real-time stack for ride-hailing
Flutter or React Native builds the rider and driver apps, Node.js with Redis matches riders to nearby drivers in real time, and Google Maps provides routes, arrival times and live tracking.
Mobile
React Native
Build Android and iOS apps in the same language as a React website, so one team can share code and skills across web and mobile.
Used for
- Mobile apps
- Shopping apps
- Staff and field apps
- Mobile apps for SaaS
Backend
Node.js
Runs the server side of apps: fast, scalable back ends that power your app, website and integrations.
Used for
- App back ends
- Live order tracking
- Chat and notifications
- Payment processing
Data
Redis
Keeps frequently used data in fast memory, so apps stay quick on busy days and live features like order tracking feel instant.
Used for
- Faster apps
- Live order status
- Shopping carts
- Job queues and alerts
Data
PostgreSQL
A reliable database for the records your business runs on: orders, payments, bookings and stock, kept accurate and easy to report on.
Used for
- Orders and customers
- Payments and ledgers
- Stock and inventory
- Bookings
Payments & maps
Google Maps Platform
Adds maps, address search, live tracking and travel-time estimates to delivery, ride and field apps, so orders reach the right door.
Used for
- Live delivery tracking
- Address search
- Store locator
- Distance-based fees
Payments & maps
Razorpay
Lets customers in India pay by UPI, cards, netbanking or wallets, and handles subscriptions, refunds and payouts to sellers or partners.
Used for
- UPI payments
- Cards and netbanking
- Subscriptions
- Payment links
Cloud & DevOps
Firebase
Ready-made building blocks for mobile apps, such as push notifications, phone OTP login and crash reports, so you launch sooner.
Used for
- Push notifications
- Phone OTP login
- Crash reports
- Real-time updates
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Plain-English glossary
Ride-hailing terms, explained
- Dispatch engine
- The software that decides which driver gets which ride, using distance, queue position and rules you set. Good dispatch means shorter waits for riders and a fairer share of trips for drivers.
- Real-time location updates
- The driver app sends its position every few seconds over a live connection. It powers the moving cab on the rider's map and the search for the nearest free driver.
- Geofence
- An invisible boundary drawn on a map, such as an airport pickup zone. Entering or leaving it can trigger rules like queue-based dispatch or an airport charge.
- Aggregator licence
- State permission to run a platform that connects riders with drivers, under rules based on the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines. The software must keep the verification and safety records those rules expect.
Product preview
The rider app, driver app and dispatch console
Rider app. Riders see the driver, the cab number and a live arrival time, and can share the trip with family or press SOS from the same screen. 
Driver app. Drivers see pickup, drop and the estimated fare before accepting, which reduces cancellations and arguments about the fare later. 
Dispatch console. Dispatchers see every cab on a live map, create bookings for customers who phone in and assign drivers by hand when the automatic rules need help.
Illustrative preview
Sample screens: names, prices and figures are examples, not client data.
Cost drivers
What decides the cost of a taxi platform
Booking types
City rides, rentals, outstation and airport transfers each need their own fare and dispatch rules.
Commercial model
Commission, driver subscription or owned fleet changes wallet, payout and reporting logic.
Safety features
SOS handling, trip data retention, verification workflows and reports for authorities add scope.
Estimates are written from your scope, with the effort and assumptions behind each line item.
How pricing worksServices
Services for this industry
The design and engineering services our in-house team combines on projects in this sector.
Mobile app development
Native and cross-platform Android and iOS apps, from first release through regular store updates, built by our in-house designers and engineers.
Flutter development
Android and iOS apps from one Dart codebase, built by engineers who know when Flutter is the right call and when native code is needed.
React Native development
Android and iOS apps in React Native and TypeScript, suited to teams that already use React on the web and want shared logic across products.
Admin panel development
Back-office dashboards built around your team's daily tasks: order queues, approvals, catalogue management, payouts, reports and audit logs.
API development
Secure, documented REST and GraphQL APIs, plus integrations that connect your apps to payment, logistics, GST, messaging and business systems.
Web application development
Browser-based products, customer portals, dashboards and internal tools, built on clean data models with secure roles and integrations.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do we need an aggregator licence before launching a taxi app?
In many states, operating as a cab aggregator needs a licence or registration under state rules based on the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines. Requirements vary by state and vehicle type, so check with a transport consultant or lawyer before launch. On our side, we build what those rules commonly expect — driver verification records, SOS, trip data retention and fare display — and adjust flows once your licence conditions are known.
How does live driver tracking work without draining phone batteries?
The driver app sends location at intervals that change with state: frequent during a trip, less often when idle, and paused when the driver goes offline. Updates travel over a lightweight socket connection, and Redis keeps the latest positions for fast nearest-driver queries. We test on the mid-range Android phones most drivers use and handle manufacturer battery-saving settings that otherwise stop background apps.
Can we take phone bookings alongside app bookings?
Yes. A dispatcher console lets your call centre create bookings for customers who phone in, see available drivers on a map, and assign a driver manually or let the dispatch engine choose. The customer gets SMS or WhatsApp updates with driver details and a tracking link, so they never need the app. Many operators keep phone bookings for older customers and corporate accounts while app usage grows.
Next step
Taking your cab business digital?
Tell us your cities, booking types and fleet model. We will scope rider, driver and dispatch apps and estimate each separately.