Kidmoto vs. Lyft & Uber

Traveling with kids is always an adventure. But, aside from the exciting things you can do on vacation, the other side is the stress of packing and preparing everything! Preparation is critical when traveling with children, especially when flying with a baby.

Preparation is critical when traveling with children, especially when flying with a baby. Even before getting to your destination, one major thing to consider is the car seat. In the United States, children must be restrained in car seats while in a moving vehicle. While the specifics of the law vary per state, non-compliance usually results in hefty fines and penalties.

Although, it is not always practical to lug a bulky and heavy car seat on a trip when tracking kids and luggage in a busy airport. Still, transporting children in a vehicle without a car seat is risky and not a promising idea.

Thankfully, parents and caregivers can rely on Kidmoto for dependable child-friendly transportation! To achieve travel convenience when traveling with kids, you can easily download the Kidmoto app and book a car.

With Kidmoto, you are assured that your professional designated driver appropriately installs the top-notch car seats in your selected vehicle. Now, you can conveniently ditch the car seats at home without compromising child safety on the road!

You may wonder how Kidmoto compares with another popular car service, Lyft & Uber. Read on to find the differences between these two services, so you can decide which one can provide a convenient car service for you and your kids!

Where are the areas of operation?

Today, Kidmoto operates in multiple metro areas across the country, such as New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, Salt Lake City, Dallas, Atlanta, Denver, Cleveland, Seattle, Miami, Washington DC, and more. Kidmoto is on a mission to continue growing to provide operations in more areas in the USA.

But Lyft & Uber only offers rides with car seats in New York City and a few other cities. In addition, Lyft & Uber’s policy requires the child’s guardian to provide the right restraint system in its other coverage areas.

What types of car seats are used by Kidmoto, Lyft & Uber?

Lyft & Uber use IMMI Go forward-facing car seats. However, since it is a forward-facing car seat that limits the parent’s choice of a car seat, the Immi Go is rated for a child 22 to 48 pounds in a forward-facing position. It also means that there is no option for a rear-facing position.

Kidmoto provides a variety of top-notch, NCAP-tested car seats suited for different ages. From premium rear-facing seats for infants to front-facing seats and booster seats for children, Kidmoto ensures peace of mind by adhering to maximum safety standards. Professional car seat installation professionals train Kidmoto drivers to harness and install specific child car seats.

However, while Kidmoto and Lyft & Uber both offer forward-facing car seats, Lyft & Uber is strict rules of having a minimum height of 31 inches for kids using their car seats. Meanwhile, Kidmoto drivers provide rear-facing seats for infants weighing up to 45 pounds.

Since Lyft & Uber does not offer rear-facing car seats, parents must remember that shuttling infants in moving vehicles is dangerous and against the law.

What if I have multiple children?

With Lyft & Uber’s Car Seat Mode, only one child per car seat ride is allowed and usually in a small sedan. For other cities where the guardian must provide their gear, the number of children per ride will depend on the vehicle booked. Those with multiple children may find securing a Lyft & Uber XL ride more comfortable. However, imagine the hassle of shuttling multiple kids while carrying multiple car seats!

With Kidmoto, you can choose from tailor-fit solutions to cater to your family’s needs. You can even choose from several types of vehicles that will suit the number of car seats you have. For example, Kidmoto can provide up to four installed car seats for those who book large SUVs!

As for installation, both Kidmoto and Lyft & Uber drivers undergo training. But, since providing a car service with car seats is Kidmoto’s specialty, you are sure your designated driver is adept at providing a safe and secure ride.

Where in the vehicle will the car seat be installed?

Most commonly, car seats are fitted in the 2nd or 3rd row, depending on the vehicle. With Kidmoto, you can state your preferences when making your booking via the app or website. Your chosen Kidmoto vehicle will arrive with a pre-harnessed and pre-installed car seat. All that is left to do is strap your child in it!

Meanwhile, Lyft & Uber rides are on-demand, so you must be ready to wait, and it is hard to wait with children. Such a situation can be a hassle, especially when arriving with multiple kids tired from flying. For example, if Lyft & Uber’s Car Seat Mode is unavailable in your area, you must install your car seats once your ride has arrived.

Since you may be tired already from flying, you may install the car seats incorrectly, which can compromise safety. However, it is also worth noting that Lyft & Uber’s website states they are not liable for improperly secured children or wrongly installed car seats.

How do I know if the car seat is not expired?

All car seats have expiration dates, usually ten years from the manufacturer’s date. Kidmoto goes the extra mile by changing the car seats. Car seats that look faulty and inadequate are replaced since Kidmoto aims to ensure all provided seats are clean and well-maintained.

Lyft & Uber and Kidmoto drivers are tasked with maintaining their cars and car seats. Still, Kidmoto is a premium service, and Kidmoto drivers go beyond to sanitize the seat and vehicle for each booking. They also check the condition of the cushions, straps, and other fittings to ensure the proper fit and safety of the child.

How much does it cost to book a ride with a car seat?

Upon booking your Kidmoto ride, the quoted fare you receive already includes the costs of the car seats. The total fees are computed based on your destination, car of choice, and the number of passengers.

The travel convenience and premium experience with Kidmoto come with no extra charges!

If you book a car seat ride with Lyft & Uber in New York City, an additional $10 is charged to your account. In other markets, no extra costs are charged since they do not provide car seats.