MumExpat App Store
Everyday apps, in 40 cities
637 apps picked for expat families. Choose your city, or search directly: a name, a need, a city.
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318 apps
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): useful to send and receive money with France; no Wise card in this country.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): useful to send and receive money with France; no Wise card in this country.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): useful to send and receive money with France; no Wise card in this country.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): useful to send and receive money with France; no Wise card in this country.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Wise
Money and banking
Multi-currency account (Wise is not a bank): receive money from France, pay with the card, exchange currencies.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well in Abu Dhabi, with fares close to Careem's; many residents keep both apps and compare before booking.
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Uber
Getting around
The ride-hailing app everyone knows, well established in Amsterdam; handy at night or with luggage, though locals often compare it with Bolt.
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Uber
Getting around
In Athens, Uber sends you a licensed taxi (no private ride-hailing in Greece); handy if you already have an account, especially from the airport.
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Uber
Getting around
The global reflex works in Barcelona, but with a smaller fleet due to local rules; always compare with FREENOW before you book.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well in Berlin with licensed drivers and taxis; often the quickest way home at night.
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Uber
Getting around
Available in Brussels but less widespread than Bolt; handy as a backup when no driver shows up on the other app.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works very well in Doha and is often cheaper than in Europe; it is many expats' go-to until they get a car.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works perfectly well in Dubai, often at prices close to Careem's; handy if you already have the app and your habits.
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Uber
Getting around
In Ireland, Uber sends you a licensed taxi (no private ride-hailing); handy if you already have an account.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber does operate in Geneva: handy for the airport or late evenings without a tram, when local taxis can be pricey.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well in Hong Kong and also lets you hail a classic red taxi through the app's Uber Taxi option.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well in Lisbon and stays affordable: handy for airport runs and nights out, cars usually turn up within a few minutes.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well across London and is still most residents' default ride-hailing app, especially at night.
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Uber
Getting around
The ride-hailing reflex in Los Angeles, a city where you get around almost entirely by car; your existing account works the moment you land.
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Uber
Getting around
The global ride-hailing app works well in Madrid; handy for comparing with Cabify and Bolt before you pick your ride.
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Uber
Getting around
The go-to way to get around Mexico City: safer than hailing a street taxi, with tracked trips and card payment.
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Uber
Getting around
The ride-hailing reflex in Miami, a city where you mostly get around by car; your existing account works the moment you land.
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Uber
Getting around
In Milan, Uber connects you to licensed taxis and chauffeur-driven sedans (no cheap ride-hailing, banned in Italy); your existing account works fine.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works well in Montreal alongside local taxis; handy at night or when the bus is taking its time.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works in Munich with licensed drivers, handy from the airport or for late trips home.
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Uber
Getting around
The ride-hailing reflex, very dense in New York; your existing account works as is when you land.
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Uber
Getting around
Available in Riyadh and often compared with Careem before you book; the familiar interface is reassuring when you have just arrived.
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Uber
Getting around
In Rome, Uber connects you with licensed taxis and chauffeur-driven sedans (no cheap ride-hailing in Italy).
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Uber
Getting around
The default ride-hailing app, and its headquarters happen to be right here in San Francisco. Everywhere in the city, often the go-to at night.
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Uber
Getting around
The ride-hailing app everyone knows, available all over Sydney; handy at night or when public transport thins out.
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Uber
Getting around
Essential for getting around Toronto, especially at night or out to the suburbs; cars everywhere, but fares that surge at peak times.
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Uber
Getting around
Uber works in Vienna with licensed drivers, at fares regulated by Vienna's taxi law.
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Uber
Getting around
The default ride-hailing app in Washington, for airport runs as well as daily trips to the suburbs.
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Uber
Getting around
Ride-hailing works well in Zurich alongside the (often pricey) taxis; handy for late evenings or when you have kids and luggage in tow.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Dutch IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): card and app; the IBAN is Lithuanian, accepted for euro transfers.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Spanish IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): German IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Belgian IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Daily life
Hugely popular in Ireland: many Dubliners use it as their everyday account and to pay friends back.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Account held by Revolut Bank (a Lithuanian bank, no Swiss licence): a franc IBAN to receive a salary, card and app.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Portuguese IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
UK app-based bank (Revolut Bank UK): UK account details (sort code and account number), card.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): card and app; the IBAN is Lithuanian, accepted for euro transfers.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Spanish IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Italian IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): German IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): Italian IBAN for recent accounts, card and app. Can be your main account.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Authorised deposit-taking institution in Australia: Australian dollar account, card and app.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Online bank (Revolut Bank, EU licence): card and app; the IBAN is Lithuanian, accepted for euro transfers.
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Revolut
Money and banking
App-based payment account with a card: handy day to day and for currency exchange, but not a bank in this country.
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Revolut
Money and banking
Account held by Revolut Bank (a Lithuanian bank, no Swiss licence): a franc IBAN to receive a salary, card and app.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets at a small price, very active across Amsterdam at day's end.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries, restaurants and grocers at a small price, very active across Barcelona.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Berlin: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries and restaurants at a small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Brussels: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries, restaurants and supermarkets at a very small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Dublin cafés, bakeries and supermarkets at a small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app is huge in Geneva: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries and restaurants at a small price, welcome given the cost of living.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Lisbon: surprise bags from neighbourhood pastelarias, bakeries and supermarkets at a small price, perfect for snack time.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets at a small price, very active in London.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood restaurants, cafes and bakeries at a small price, well established in Los Angeles.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Madrid: grab surprise bags from bakeries, cafés and restaurants at a small price near closing time.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood restaurants, cafes and bakeries at a small price, well established in Miami.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Milan: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries, pastry shops and restaurants at a small price, late in the day.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, well established in Montreal: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries and restaurants at a small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Munich bakeries and restaurants at a small price late in the day.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood restaurants and bakeries at a small price, very active in New York.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Roman bakeries, pastry shops and restaurants at a small price late in the day.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from neighbourhood restaurants, cafes and bakeries at a small price, very active in the Bay Area.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from restaurants and bakeries at a small price, still new to Sydney but expanding fast.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
Grab surprise bags of unsold food at half price near your home or station: bakeries, konbini and cafés all take part across Tokyo.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Toronto restaurants, cafés and bakeries at a small price, collected at the end of the day.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app, very active in Vienna: surprise bags from neighbourhood bakeries and restaurants at a small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Washington bakeries, cafés and restaurants at a small price.
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Too Good To Go
Daily life
The anti-waste app: surprise bags from Zurich bakeries, restaurants and grocers at a small price near closing time. Very active across Switzerland.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The other major food delivery app in Amsterdam; useful to compare restaurants and fees against Thuisbezorgd before you order.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The most international food-delivery app, handy from day one: a familiar interface and a wide choice of restaurants across the city.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The handy alternative if you already have an Uber account; the promotions are often worth a look.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
One of the three big food-delivery players in Brussels, with the widest pick of chains and neighbourhood restaurants.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The handy alternative if you already have an Uber account, with regular promotions.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
A wide choice of Geneva restaurants delivered, from burgers to Thai; delivery is reliable but rarely cheap, this is Switzerland after all.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The widest choice of restaurant delivery in Lisbon, from neighbourhood tascas to the big chains; promotions come around often.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The classic alternative to Deliveroo, handy if you already have an Uber account; the promotions are often worth a look.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The classic alternative, handy if you already use Uber: same account, same payment methods, very well covered in Los Angeles.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The big alternative to Glovo for food delivery: a wide choice of restaurants and real-time order tracking to your door.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
Widely used in Mexico City, with a big choice of restaurants and frequent promotions.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The classic alternative, handy if you already use Uber (same account, same payment methods); strong coverage in Miami.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The widest restaurant choice delivered in Montreal, with groceries on top; promotions come around often.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The handy alternative if you already have an Uber account, with regular promotions.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The classic alternative, convenient if you already use Uber (same account, same payment methods).
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The other big delivery app, tied to your Uber account. Many keep it alongside DoorDash to compare fees and which restaurants are available.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The food delivery leader in Sydney: restaurants, quick groceries and neighbourhood cafes brought straight to your door.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
Tokyo's delivery leader: huge choice, an English interface, and a blessing while Japanese menus are still a mystery.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
The heavyweight of food delivery in Toronto: restaurants, grocers and convenience stores, with live order tracking.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
Handy if you already have an Uber account; it also delivers groceries and pharmacy items.
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Uber Eats
Delivery
Uber's food-delivery arm, well established in Zurich; if you already use Uber for rides, your account is ready to go.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: Spanish IBAN for new customers, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: German IBAN, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to Swiss residents, but in euros with a German IBAN: no franc account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: Spanish IBAN for new customers, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: Italian IBAN for new customers, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: German IBAN, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank: Italian IBAN for new customers, card and app. Can be your main account.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to residents: euro account with a German IBAN, card and app.
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N26
Money and banking
German online bank open to Swiss residents, but in euros with a German IBAN: no franc account.
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Bolt
Getting around
Uber's Estonian rival, often a bit cheaper in Amsterdam; plenty of residents open both apps before picking their ride.
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Bolt
Getting around
Launched in Athens in 2025, Bolt also works with licensed taxis and often shows slightly lower fares; compare it with FREENOW.
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Bolt
Getting around
Grab's Estonian rival, often a little cheaper for a car or a motorbike; many families compare both before booking a ride.
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Bolt
Getting around
Uber's big rival in Berlin, often a little cheaper; the app also offers e-scooters and e-bikes.
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Bolt
Getting around
The dominant ride-hailing app in Brussels, often cheaper than Uber; many locals compare both apps before booking a car.
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Bolt
Getting around
One of the most used ride-hailing apps in Casablanca, known for low fares and frequent promotions; handy to compare against Heetch or Yango before you book.
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Bolt
Getting around
Bolt also works with licensed taxis in Dublin and regularly offers discounts; compare it with FREENOW.
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Bolt
Getting around
Uber's big rival here, often a little cheaper; locals compare both before booking, and the same app unlocks Bolt's scooters too.
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Bolt
Getting around
Uber's big rival in London, often a little cheaper; many Londoners compare both apps before booking a ride.
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Bolt
Getting around
The Estonian challenger, often the cheapest option: people in Madrid open Bolt, Cabify and Uber side by side to find the best fare.
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Bolt
Getting around
The alternative to Uber in Munich, often slightly cheaper; compare both before you book.
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Bolt
Getting around
Uber's main competitor in Vienna; the app also offers shared e-scooters.
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Bolt
Getting around
The Estonian challenger to Uber, live in Zurich and often a touch cheaper; many people compare both apps before booking a ride.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Dutch IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank open to residents: euro account, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Spanish IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: German IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Belgian IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Irish IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank open to residents: euro account, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank open to residents: euro account, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Spanish IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Italian IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: German IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank: Italian IBAN, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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bunq
Money and banking
Dutch online bank open to residents: euro account, app; physical card with the paid plans.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The best multimodal journey planner: metro, bus, tram, bike and walking combined into one clear route, ideal while you are still learning the city.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The journey planner expats swear by: it combines MTR, buses, minibuses, trams and ferries, and works brilliantly in Hong Kong.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The journey planner Lisbon locals swear by: metro, trams, buses, ferries and trains in real time, sharper than Google Maps for public transport.
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Citymapper
Getting around
Born in London, it finds the best route by Tube, bus, bike or on foot; locals swear by it.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The best copilot for Madrid's metro, buses and Cercanías trains: real-time routes, connections and alerts, all in a very clear interface.
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Citymapper
Getting around
Expats' favourite journey planner in Milan: it combines metro, tram, bus and walking in real time, and picks the smartest connection.
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Citymapper
Getting around
New Yorkers' favourite for combining subway, bus, ferry and walking: real-time routes, the right station exit, line alerts.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The most reliable journey planner in Rome: metro, bus and tram combined in real time, with the smartest connection.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The most reliable journey planner for mixing MRT, bus and walking, with real-time timings and the best carriage for your exit.
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Citymapper
Getting around
The clearest planner for combining Metrorail, buses and walking around Washington, in real time.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The go-to for booking London restaurants, from neighbourhood brunch spots to big-name tables, often with last-minute availability.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The other booking app, with the widest selection; handy for family weekend brunches.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The go-to for booking restaurants in Mexico City, from Roma cantinas to Polanco's big-name tables.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The other booking app, with the widest selection; handy for family brunches and more classic restaurants.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The go-to for booking a table in Montreal, from Mile End brunches to Old Port fine dining.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The other booking app, with the widest selection; handy for family brunches.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The other booking app, with the broadest coverage: brunches, neighbourhood spots, family dinners. Often the companion to Resy.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The go-to app for booking a table in Toronto; live availability, reviews and loyalty points at most restaurants.
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OpenTable
Daily life
The go-to for booking restaurants in Washington, from family brunch to Saturday night dinner.
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DoorDash
Delivery
America's food-delivery leader: the widest choice of restaurants delivered across the Los Angeles area.
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DoorDash
Delivery
America's food-delivery leader: the widest choice of restaurants, very dense across Miami.
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DoorDash
Delivery
Uber Eats' big North American rival, very active in Montreal; worth comparing fees before you order.
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DoorDash
Delivery
America's food-delivery leader: the widest choice of restaurants.
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DoorDash
Delivery
The number one food-delivery service in the US, headquartered in San Francisco. The widest choice of neighbourhood restaurants.
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DoorDash
Delivery
The other big delivery player in Australia, often with more choice in the suburbs; compare its fees against Uber Eats.
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DoorDash
Delivery
Very popular in Toronto, with the widest choice of restaurants in most neighbourhoods; a DashPass subscription drops the delivery fees.
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DoorDash
Delivery
The leading food-delivery app in the US, with the widest restaurant choice in Washington.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The most widespread taxi app in Athens, with thousands of partner yellow cabs; you see an estimated fare and pay in the app.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The go-to app for hailing a licensed taxi in Barcelona, where Uber and private-hire cars stay limited; pay in-app, ride guaranteed.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The go-to for booking an official taxi in Berlin: estimated fare up front and payment in the app.
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FREENOW
Getting around
Dublin's number one taxi app: an official taxi in minutes, estimated fare and in-app payment.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The app to hail a licensed official taxi from your phone, metered fare; useful at night or when ride-hailing runs short.
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FREENOW
Getting around
THE reflex for hailing an official taxi from your phone in Milan: you see the estimated fare and pay in-app, no scrambling for cash.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The easiest way to book an official taxi in Munich, with an estimated fare and in-app payment.
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FREENOW
Getting around
The go-to for hailing an official white taxi from your phone in Rome, with an estimated fare and in-app payment.
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Just Eat
Delivery
The delivery veteran in Spain, strong on chains and classic fast food; a useful complement when Glovo does not list your spot.
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Just Eat
Delivery
Ireland's delivery veteran: perfect for neighbourhood takeaways, from fish and chips to curry.
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Just Eat
Delivery
Formerly eat.ch, the country's other big delivery app: plenty of Geneva restaurants are on it, worth comparing with Uber Eats before ordering.
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Just Eat
Delivery
The British takeaway veteran: perfect for neighbourhood classics, fish and chips and curry houses included.
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Just Eat
Delivery
The long-established food-delivery player in Spain, with lots of local chains and fast food; often has appealing promotions.
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Just Eat
Delivery
The long-standing food-delivery player in Italy, with lots of neighbourhood restaurants and sometimes cash payment at the door.
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Just Eat
Delivery
The long-standing delivery player in Italy, with plenty of neighbourhood pizzerias and trattorias.
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Just Eat
Delivery
Formerly eat.ch, the long-standing food-delivery platform with the widest reach in German-speaking Switzerland; the biggest choice of restaurants in Zurich.
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TheFork
Daily life
The leading restaurant-booking app in Spain: real-time availability and frequent discounts, genuinely handy in a city that lives around its tables.
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TheFork
Daily life
The go-to app for booking a table in Brussels, with regular discounts and a loyalty points scheme; handy for evenings and weekends.
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TheFork
Daily life
TheFork (LaFourchette) works well in Geneva: book restaurants around town and the lake in a couple of taps, often with decent discounts.
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TheFork
Daily life
The go-to for booking restaurants in Lisbon: live availability, reliable reviews and often generous discounts at genuinely good tables.
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TheFork
Daily life
The default app for booking a restaurant in Luxembourg: real-time availability, reviews and discounts of up to fifty percent at many spots around the capital.
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TheFork
Daily life
The go-to app for booking a restaurant in Madrid, with discounts up to fifty percent off and reviews from other diners.
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TheFork
Daily life
The go-to for booking a restaurant in Italy: reviews, live availability and often 20 to 50% off the final bill.
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TheFork
Daily life
The go-to for booking a restaurant in Rome: reviews, live availability and often discounts on the bill.
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Amazon
Groceries
Amazon.ae delivers across Abu Dhabi, often next day; handy for everything you cannot find in the shops.
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Amazon
Groceries
For everything the supermarkets do not stock: household goods, electronics and fast delivery, a practical reflex while you are setting up your new home.
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Amazon
Groceries
Amazon.ae delivers fast across Dubai; handy for kitting out your home on arrival without trawling the malls.
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Amazon
Groceries
With Prime, Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh groceries live in the Amazon app; also handy for the rest of your move-in setup.
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Amazon
Groceries
The go-to for everything else as you settle in: small appliances, school supplies, hard-to-find French products; fast delivery with Prime.
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Amazon
Groceries
A staple of everyday American life: fast delivery of just about anything, plus Whole Foods groceries through Amazon Fresh if you have Prime.
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Amazon
Groceries
Amazon Japan often delivers same day, and Amazon Fresh covers much of Tokyo for fresh groceries.
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Carrefour
Groceries
The Abidjan Carrefour supermarket app (PlaYce malls): catalogues, promotions and the Western-style groceries many expat families rely on.
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Carrefour
Groceries
The local Carrefour (Majid Al Futtaim group) delivers your groceries within hours; well stocked French aisles make it a comforting landmark for families.
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Carrefour
Groceries
For Carrefour shopping and coupons: loyalty card, promotions and online ordering in one place, a reliable pick among the big-box supermarkets.
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Carrefour
Groceries
Qatar's Carrefour hypermarkets in your pocket: online groceries delivered to your door and the MyCLUB loyalty programme, with plenty of French products.
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Carrefour
Groceries
The local Carrefour app (run by Majid Al Futtaim): groceries delivered in about an hour, with French aisles that feel like home.
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Carrefour
Groceries
The app for Carrefour, a heavyweight in Madrid: online groceries, hypermarkets, discount coupons and loyalty card all in one place.
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Carrefour
Groceries
Carrefour hypermarkets deliver your weekly shop to your door; familiar aisles that reassure French families settling into Riyadh.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Well established in the UAE, with a strong restaurant selection; the Plus subscription makes delivery free if you order often.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Well established in Brussels, especially for slightly higher-end restaurants; the interface is clear and delivery slots are usually reliable.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Firmly established in Dubai with a strong restaurant selection; many families compare it with Talabat before ordering.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Well established in Dublin, with a wide selection from big chains to good neighbourhood spots.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
London's homegrown food-delivery leader: a huge choice, from the big chains down to small neighbourhood restaurants.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Well established in Milan, loved for its selection of good restaurants and careful delivery; the Plus subscription drops delivery fees.
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Deliveroo
Delivery
Well established in Rome, loved for its selection of good restaurants and careful delivery.
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Glovo
Delivery
The go-to delivery app in Abidjan: restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies and small errands brought to your door within the hour.
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Glovo
Delivery
Born in Barcelona, the local delivery champion: meals, groceries and last-minute odds and ends brought to your door within minutes.
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Glovo
Delivery
The delivery heavyweight in Casablanca: restaurants, groceries, pharmacy and small errands brought to your door, the app everyone keeps on their phone.
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Glovo
Delivery
The other must-have delivery app: meals, plus emergency groceries, pharmacy runs and almost anything else; worth comparing fees with Uber Eats.
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Glovo
Delivery
The star app in Madrid: meals, groceries, pharmacy and even small errands delivered in minutes; the yellow-backpack courier is everywhere.
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Glovo
Delivery
The most versatile delivery app in Milan: restaurant meals, but also groceries, pharmacy and last-minute essentials brought to your door in minutes.
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Glovo
Delivery
The most versatile delivery app in Rome: meals, groceries and pharmacy items delivered in minutes.
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Instacart
Groceries
Groceries delivered within hours from most Los Angeles chains (Costco, Ralphs, Whole Foods, Sprouts...).
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Instacart
Groceries
Groceries delivered within hours, notably from Publix, Florida's favourite chain; also Costco, Aldi and many more.
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Instacart
Groceries
Groceries delivered from Costco, Metro or Walmart within hours; the lifesaver for overloaded weeks.
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Instacart
Groceries
Groceries delivered within hours from most chains (Costco, Aldi, Wegmans...).
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Instacart
Groceries
The go-to for grocery delivery, from Whole Foods, Costco or your local store. A personal shopper picks your items and brings them over.
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Instacart
Groceries
The easiest way to get groceries delivered in Toronto: Loblaws, Costco, Walmart and many other chains gathered in one app.
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Instacart
Groceries
A shopper picks your groceries at Safeway, Giant or Costco and often delivers them in under two hours.
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Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl is everywhere in Greece: the app gives you weekly discount coupons and keeps your receipts.
In 6 cities -
Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl's loyalty app that everyone here scans: discount coupons, weekly deals and digital receipts, an easy way to trim the grocery bill.
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Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl's loyalty app: weekly coupons and digital receipts, useful given how many stores there are in Berlin.
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Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl's loyalty card as an app: weekly coupons and discounts at the till, real savings on the family grocery budget.
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Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl is everywhere in Luxembourg, and Lidl Plus is the app regulars flash at the till: coupons, deals and the digital leaflet, scanned on every visit.
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Lidl Plus
Groceries
Lidl's digital loyalty card: weekly deals, discount coupons and paperless receipts; a must if you shop at the discounter.
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Lyft
Getting around
Uber's homegrown rival, often a little cheaper; in Los Angeles people check both fares before every ride.
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Lyft
Getting around
Uber's homegrown rival, often a little cheaper; in Miami many keep both apps to compare before booking.
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Lyft
Getting around
Uber's homegrown rival, often a little cheaper; New Yorkers compare both before booking.
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Lyft
Getting around
Uber's homegrown rival, also born in San Francisco; locals often compare both fares before booking a ride.
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Lyft
Getting around
Uber's main rival, well established in Toronto; locals often compare both prices before booking a ride.
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Lyft
Getting around
The other big US ride-hailing app, often a bit cheaper than Uber; compare both before you book.
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Wolt
Delivery
efood's main rival, appreciated for precise tracking and a good restaurant selection in the city centre and northern suburbs.
In 6 cities -
Wolt
Delivery
Well established in Berlin, liked for its good restaurant selection and grocery delivery within minutes.
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Wolt
Delivery
The Finnish delivery heavyweight, well established in Luxembourg City: restaurants, groceries and small shops, with sharp order tracking and a polished, easy interface.
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Wolt
Delivery
Well established in Munich, with a nice restaurant selection and groceries delivered in minutes.
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Wolt
Delivery
A more recent arrival in Vienna, appreciated for precise tracking and a good selection of places.
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Wolt
Delivery
Finland's Wolt, a more recent arrival in Zurich, polished and reliable; restaurants plus groceries and small shop orders delivered fast.
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Careem
Getting around
The Gulf's super-app: rides, delivery and groceries in one place; it is the local go-to for booking a car.
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Careem
Getting around
The Gulf-born ride-hailing app, well present in Casablanca; residents compare it with the others on price and waiting time before booking a car.
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Careem
Getting around
The Middle East's ride-hailing champion, long established in Doha; regulars compare its prices with Uber before booking.
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Careem
Getting around
Dubai's everyday super-app: ride-hailing, Hala taxis, food delivery and express groceries; most expats end up using it daily.
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Careem
Getting around
The Gulf's homegrown ride-hailing giant, now owned by Uber but still everywhere in Riyadh; rides, plus delivery and payments in one app.
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inDrive
Getting around
The app where you name your price and the driver accepts or haggles; a recent arrival in Abidjan, often cheapest for longer trips.
In 5 cities -
inDrive
Getting around
Here you name your price and drivers accept or haggle; handy for trips where Grab shows steep surge fares at rush hour.
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inDrive
Getting around
Here you name your fare and the driver accepts or counters; very popular in Casablanca, where haggling over the ride is part of the culture.
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inDrive
Getting around
The cheaper alternative to Grab: you name your price and the driver accepts or counters. Handy at peak times when Grab fares climb.
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inDrive
Getting around
The app where you name your price and the driver accepts or counters; popular in Riyadh for slightly cheaper rides.
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Resy
Daily life
The booking app for the most sought-after Los Angeles restaurants; good tables go fast, so reserve several days ahead.
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Resy
Daily life
The booking app for Miami's buzzy restaurants (Wynwood, Brickell, South Beach); good tables go fast, so reserve ahead.
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Resy
Daily life
The booking app of the buzzy New York restaurants; good tables go fast, sometimes weeks ahead. On Android, use resy.com.
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Resy
Daily life
The booking app for San Francisco's most sought-after restaurants. The best tables go fast, so reserve several days ahead.
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Resy
Daily life
Essential for Washington's most sought-after tables, which are often only bookable on Resy.
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Venmo
Daily life
THE American reflex for paying each other back (school outings, group gifts, babysitting): in Los Angeles too, everyone has it.
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Venmo
Daily life
THE American reflex for paying each other back (school outings, group gifts, babysitting): in Miami as everywhere, everyone has it.
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Venmo
Daily life
THE American reflex for paying each other back (school outings, group gifts, babysitting): everyone has it.
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Venmo
Daily life
The US norm for paying friends back: splitting the bill, the babysitter, a shared gift. Everyone will ask for your Venmo.
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Venmo
Daily life
The app everyone uses to pay back parents, babysitters and friends in the US.
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Grab
Getting around
Bangkok's number-one reflex: private cars, taxis and motorbike taxis, plus food (GrabFood) and grocery (GrabMart) delivery in a single app. Pay with a saved card.
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Grab
Getting around
The essential app in Ho Chi Minh City: car or motorbike taxi at a fixed price, no haggling with the driver.
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Grab
Getting around
The absolute go-to in Kuala Lumpur: rides, taxis, delivery and payment in one app. Everyone has it, and your account works the moment you land.
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Grab
Getting around
Singapore's everything app: rides, taxis, GrabFood delivery and payments; Uber sold its local business to Grab back in 2018.
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Grubhub
Delivery
The third delivery player, sometimes with restaurants or deals the other two lack; worth keeping as a backup.
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Grubhub
Delivery
The third delivery app worth keeping around: handy to compare fees and find a restaurant the others don't cover.
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Grubhub
Delivery
The historic New York app (it absorbed Seamless): very strong on neighbourhood restaurants.
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Grubhub
Delivery
The third big delivery player, with neighbourhood restaurants and regular discounts.
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Transit
Getting around
The app LA Metro recommends for real-time rail, bus and train times; handy the day you leave the car at home.
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Transit
Getting around
The go-to app for Miami-Dade's Metrorail, the free Metromover and the buses: real-time arrivals and door-to-door routes across the county.
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Transit
Getting around
The go-to app for metro and bus, born in Montreal: real-time departures and the STM's official planning partner.
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Transit
Getting around
The go-to app in Toronto for live TTC, streetcar and GO Transit schedules; routes and next arrivals down to the minute.
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Amazon (Whole Foods)
Groceries
With Prime, Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh groceries live in the Amazon app; also handy for kitting out your new home.
In 3 cities -
Amazon (Whole Foods)
Groceries
With Prime, Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh groceries live in the Amazon app; handy for the rest of your setup too.
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Amazon (Whole Foods)
Groceries
For everything else as you settle in, plus Whole Foods groceries delivered with Prime.
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DiDi
Getting around
Uber's big rival in Mexico City, often noticeably cheaper and just as reliable; many residents compare both.
In 3 cities -
DiDi
Getting around
Uber left China; everyone here hails a car with DiDi, which pools taxis and private drivers. Pay through WeChat or Alipay, and the app offers an English interface.
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DiDi
Getting around
Uber's direct rival, often cheaper; in Sydney many people compare both apps before booking a ride.
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Flink
Groceries
Express grocery delivery: everyday essentials dropped at your door in about fifteen minutes, handy when you are missing one ingredient.
In 3 cities -
Flink
Groceries
Born in Berlin, Flink delivers everyday groceries in about twenty minutes, perfect for forgotten milk or nappies.
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Flink
Groceries
Everyday groceries delivered in about twenty minutes, ideal for last-minute evening needs.
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foodpanda
Delivery
One of Hong Kong's two food-delivery giants: a huge choice of restaurants, plus express groceries through pandamart.
In 3 cities -
foodpanda
Delivery
The other delivery heavyweight, with a cult local following: it often lists small stalls and hawker spots you won't find on Grab.
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foodpanda
Delivery
The pink delivery giant: restaurants, hawker food and small grocery runs, with the pandapro subscription that quickly pays for itself.
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GrabFood
Delivery
Food delivery inside the Grab app: a huge choice, from Vietnamese street food to international restaurants.
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GrabFood
Delivery
The number-one food delivery, built into the Grab app: the widest choice of restaurants and hawker stalls, with live courier tracking.
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GrabFood
Delivery
Grab's built-in food delivery: with foodpanda, one of the two leaders since Deliveroo left, with strong hawker-stall coverage and no extra app to download.
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Lieferando
Delivery
Germany's food-delivery leader, with the widest choice of neighbourhood restaurants in Berlin.
In 3 cities -
Lieferando
Delivery
Germany's food-delivery leader, with the widest restaurant choice across every Munich neighbourhood.
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Lieferando
Delivery
The other big food-delivery player in Austria, with lots of pizzerias and Asian restaurants.
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noon
Groceries
The homegrown Amazon rival: express groceries with noon Minutes, toys, appliances and fashion, often delivered the same day.
In 3 cities -
noon
Groceries
Amazon's big homegrown rival: e-commerce, express groceries with noon Minutes and strong deals during the local sale seasons.
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noon
Groceries
The region's e-commerce giant, a sort of local Amazon; electronics, home goods and groceries with fast delivery across Riyadh.
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Talabat
Delivery
The Middle East's delivery giant: restaurants, express groceries and pharmacy; it is the most used delivery app in the UAE.
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Talabat
Delivery
The Gulf's food-delivery giant: a huge choice of restaurants, frequent deals, plus groceries through talabat mart.
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Talabat
Delivery
The UAE's number one food delivery app: huge choice, fast riders, plus top-up groceries through talabat mart.
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The Entertainer
Daily life
The expat cult favourite for deals: hundreds of 2-for-1 offers on restaurants, hotels and family activities across the UAE.
In 3 cities -
The Entertainer
Daily life
The deals app Gulf expats swear by: two-for-one offers on Doha restaurants, brunches, spas and family activities.
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The Entertainer
Daily life
Dubai's cult deals app: two-for-one offers on restaurants, activities and days out that quickly pay back the subscription.
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be
Getting around
The Vietnamese alternative to Grab, often slightly cheaper for cars and motorbike taxis.
In 2 cities -
be
Delivery
The beFood service inside the be app, a handy third option with often reduced delivery fees.
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Cabify
Getting around
The Spanish ride-hailing heavyweight: licensed drivers, fare shown upfront, often used alongside taxis when you want a set price before booking.
In 2 cities -
Cabify
Getting around
The ride-hailing app born in Madrid, hugely popular locally: upfront pricing and comfortable cars; many people here prefer it to Uber.
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DB Navigator
Getting around
Deutsche Bahn's app for the Deutschlandticket and trains across the country; families use it in the city too.
In 2 cities -
DB Navigator
Getting around
Deutsche Bahn's app for the S-Bahn, the Deutschlandticket and trains to the Alps or the rest of the country.
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Doctolib
Daily life
Widely used in Germany to book a paediatrician, GP or dentist, with filters for languages spoken.
In 2 cities -
Doctolib
Daily life
Widely used in Germany to find a paediatrician or GP and book online, with filters for languages spoken.
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Everli
Groceries
A personal shopper picks your groceries from the supermarket you choose and delivers the same day; handy when Esselunga is fully booked.
In 2 cities -
Everli
Groceries
A personal shopper picks your groceries from the Rome supermarket you choose and delivers the same day.
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FAIRTIQ
Getting around
Swipe when you board, swipe when you get off: the app automatically charges the best fare on public transport across Switzerland.
In 2 cities -
FAIRTIQ
Getting around
Swipe to check in when you board and out when you leave; it works out the cheapest fare for you. Ideal before you learn the zones.
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Heetch
Getting around
The other big ride-hailing name in Abidjan, well established across town; regulars keep it handy for when Yango's prices spike.
In 2 cities -
Heetch
Getting around
A ride-hailing app well established in Casablanca, often locals' first choice; simple booking and cash payment available, handy when you have just arrived.
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InstaShop
Groceries
On-demand grocery delivery: supermarkets, fresh produce, pharmacy and pet supplies, dropped at your door in under an hour.
In 2 cities -
InstaShop
Groceries
Dubai's on-demand supermarket: top-up groceries delivered in under an hour from shops in your neighbourhood.
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Jumia
Groceries
West Africa's big online marketplace: appliances, everyday essentials and groceries delivered right across Abidjan, often cheaper than the shops.
In 2 cities -
Jumia
Daily life
Africa's e-commerce giant: electronics, home, fashion and cash on delivery, widely used to get almost anything shipped across Morocco.
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Keeta
Delivery
The newcomer that now rivals foodpanda at the top of food delivery: aggressive deals and fast delivery, many locals compare the two before ordering.
In 2 cities -
Keeta
Delivery
The newcomer from Asia's Meituan, growing fast in Riyadh; aggressive prices and often low delivery fees worth comparing.
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Kleinanzeigen
Daily life
Germany's classifieds app: second-hand buggies, bikes and furniture, ideal for setting up when you arrive.
In 2 cities -
Kleinanzeigen
Daily life
Germany's classifieds: second-hand bikes, car seats and furniture, perfect for setting up in Munich on a budget.
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Lazada
Groceries
The other big marketplace, usually used alongside Shopee: locals compare the two for prices, deals and delivery times before ordering.
In 2 cities -
Lazada
Groceries
Home of RedMart, the online supermarket expats swear by: big basket deliveries in time slots, fresh food and imported products.
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LINE
Daily life
The queen of apps in Thailand: everyday messaging, but also payments, news and the way you reach schools and shops. Here everyone uses LINE, not WhatsApp.
In 2 cities -
LINE
Daily life
Japan's messaging app: school groups, appointments, local shops, everything runs on LINE; install it before you even land.
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Lotus's
Groceries
The big hypermarket chain (formerly Tesco Lotus), everywhere and cheap; order your groceries online and collect loyalty points.
In 2 cities -
Lotus's
Groceries
The Lotus's hypermarket app (formerly Tesco), a go-to for online groceries: fresh produce, local and imported, delivered or ready for store pickup.
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Mercadona
Groceries
Spain's best-loved supermarket chain: order your groceries online and have them delivered, perfect for stocking the fridge without carrying the bags home.
In 2 cities -
Mercadona
Groceries
Spain's favourite supermarket: order your groceries online and have them delivered home, ideal for the big weekly shop.
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Migros
Groceries
The app for Migros, a national institution: Cumulus loyalty card, weekly offers and online shopping, you will be using it within your first week.
In 2 cities -
Migros
Groceries
Switzerland's leading supermarket: the app holds your Cumulus card, offers, digital receipts and online shopping. A true everyday essential here.
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REWE
Groceries
Berlin's go-to supermarket: home delivery or in-store pickup, plus discount coupons in the app.
In 2 cities -
REWE
Groceries
Home grocery delivery or in-store pickup, plus discount coupons in the app; widely used by Munich families.
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Satispay
Daily life
The payment app every Italian has: to pay each other back between parents, settle at the bar or the market, without sharing your IBAN.
In 2 cities -
Satispay
Daily life
The payment app every Italian has: to pay each other back between parents or settle at the bar, without sharing your IBAN.
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SBB Mobile
Getting around
The Swiss railways app, essential for trains and the Léman Express: real-time timetables, tickets and your half-fare travelcard in your pocket.
In 2 cities -
SBB Mobile
Getting around
The Swiss Federal Railways app, the number-one reflex in Switzerland: live timetables and tickets for trains, trams and buses, Zurich's whole network included.
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Shopee
Daily life
Vietnam's number one marketplace: everything for the home and the kids, delivered in a few days at low prices.
In 2 cities -
Shopee
Groceries
Malaysia's leading marketplace for kitting out the home: appliances, baby gear and daily essentials, often cheaper, with ShopeePay built in.
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Takeaway.com
Delivery
The former Takeaway (Just Eat group), long-standing in Belgium: it lists many local restaurants you will not always find on the other apps.
In 2 cities -
Takeaway.com
Delivery
The long-standing takeaway and delivery app in Luxembourg, part of the Just Eat Takeaway group: a broad choice of pizzerias, sushi and world cuisine.
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UAE PASS
Daily life
The national digital identity, essential for almost every procedure: banking, visas, signing documents; set it up as soon as you have your Emirates ID.
In 2 cities -
UAE PASS
Daily life
The Emirates' official digital identity, needed for almost every admin step: visa, banking, utilities, school. Activate it as soon as you land.
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Voilà
Groceries
Sobeys' grocery delivery, running under the IGA banner in Quebec: reliable slots and warehouse-picked, very fresh produce.
In 2 cities -
Voilà
Groceries
Grocery delivery from Sobeys, well established across the Greater Toronto Area; booked time slots and full aisles online.
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Wallapop
Daily life
Spain's second-hand marketplace, founded in Barcelona: peer-to-peer classified ads, perfect for furnishing and kitting out your flat without breaking the bank.
In 2 cities -
Wallapop
Daily life
Spain's answer to Craigslist, huge in Madrid: second-hand furniture, bikes and goods between locals, perfect for kitting out your new flat.
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Yango
Getting around
The number one ride-hailing app in Abidjan since Uber left: quick cars, clear fares and mobile money accepted all over town.
In 2 cities -
Yango
Getting around
A fast-growing rival in Casablanca, often aggressive on price; many families keep it installed to compare fares before every trip.
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9292
Getting around
The national journey planner: it combines every mode (train, tram, bus, ferry) to hand you the fastest door-to-door route across the country.
In Amsterdam -
AB Vassilopoulos
Groceries
The AB supermarket app: online groceries delivered to your home, loyalty card and the week's promotions.
In Athens -
Absher
Daily life
The government app every resident needs: iqama, exit and re-entry visas, official appointments and paperwork are all handled here.
In Riyadh -
Abu Dhabi Taxi
Getting around
The official app for booking the city's silver taxis, often cheaper than ride-hailing for everyday trips.
In Abu Dhabi -
Al Meera
Groceries
Qatar's big homegrown supermarket chain, in almost every neighbourhood: order your groceries online, with the Wafa loyalty programme and plenty of everyday staples.
In Doha -
Albert Heijn
Groceries
The reigning Dutch supermarket: Bonus loyalty card, deals and online shopping; you will spot an AH store on nearly every corner.
In Amsterdam -
Alipay
Daily life
The other universal mobile wallet, often the easiest for foreigners: link an international bank card and pay everywhere by QR code.
In Shanghai -
Amap
Getting around
China's default GPS: walking, metro and bus directions, plus built-in ride-hailing. Far more reliable than Google Maps, which is blocked here.
In Shanghai -
Annam Gourmet
Groceries
The fine-food grocer expats love: imported products, French ones included, ordered and delivered to your home.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
Anywheel
Getting around
The island's biggest bike-share scheme: handy for the park connectors and short neighbourhood hops.
In Singapore -
App CDMX
Getting around
The city's official app: Metro and Metrobús status, Integrated Mobility card top-ups and alerts, including earthquake warnings.
In Mexico City -
ATH.ENA GO
Getting around
OASA's ticketing app: buy and top up fares for the metro, bus and tram, then validate straight from your phone.
In Athens -
ATM Milano
Getting around
The official Milan transit app (metro, tram, bus): live schedules, buy tickets and passes, and scan your QR code straight at the turnstile.
In Milan -
Avito
Daily life
Morocco's big classifieds marketplace: second-hand furniture, appliances, a car or a flat, the go-to app for kitting yourself out quickly on arrival.
In Casablanca -
Bách Hóa Xanh
Groceries
The city's most widespread grocery chain: fruit, vegetables and everyday products delivered quickly.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
Baemin (배달의민족)
Delivery
The other big Korean meal delivery app; plenty of neighbourhood restaurants are on it.
In Seoul -
Bancontact Pay
Daily life
Belgium's default way to pay: settle in shops or online and, above all, pay friends back in one scan, the local equivalent of Venmo.
In Brussels -
BART
Getting around
The regional metro linking San Francisco to Oakland, Berkeley and the airport. The official app shows live departures and service status.
In San Francisco -
Bay Wheels
Getting around
The city's bike-share, with plenty of e-bikes. Handy for San Francisco's hills and short hops along the bay.
In San Francisco -
BiciMAD
Getting around
Madrid's public electric bike-share, with docking stations all over the centre; perfect for short hops without sweating up the hills.
In Madrid -
Bike Share Toronto
Getting around
The city's bike share, with hundreds of docking stations downtown and across neighbourhoods; great for short hops in the warmer months.
In Toronto -
BikeMi
Getting around
Milan's bike-share, with docks all over the city centre: daily or yearly subscription, both classic and electric bikes.
In Milan -
BILLA
Groceries
Vienna's essential supermarket: online groceries delivered to your home and discounts with the jö card.
In Vienna -
BIXI
Getting around
Montreal's bike share, from April to November: thousands of bikes, including e-bikes, all over the city for everyday hops.
In Montreal -
blink by Emtel
Money and banking
Emtel's mobile wallet, licensed by the Bank of Mauritius: link a rupee account from any bank to send money, pay shops by QR code and settle bills.
In Mauritius -
BOM Weather
Daily life
The official Bureau of Meteorology weather app: the ultra-reliable rain radar every Australian checks before heading out.
In Sydney -
Botim
Daily life
WhatsApp and FaceTime calls are blocked in the UAE; Botim is the licensed video-calling app everyone uses to reach family back home.
In Abu Dhabi -
BOX
Delivery
Cosmote's Greek delivery app: meals, coffee and small grocery runs, with regular deals for the operator's customers.
In Athens -
Bringo
Groceries
Carrefour Maroc's grocery delivery service: fill your basket and a shopper brings it to your door, handy without a car or with kids in tow.
In Casablanca -
Buienradar
Daily life
The rain radar everyone checks before hopping on their bike; it tells you almost to the minute when a shower will start or stop.
In Amsterdam -
BVG Fahrinfo
Getting around
Berlin's official transit app: live U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram and bus times, disruptions included.
In Berlin -
C-Care
Daily life
The C-Care clinic group's app: medical appointments in person or by teleconsultation, access to your medical records and C-Lab laboratory bookings.
In Mauritius -
Cactus
Groceries
Luxembourg's flagship home-grown supermarket chain: the app holds your loyalty card, the weekly deals and online shopping for delivery or click-and-collect.
In Luxembourg -
Capital Bikeshare
Getting around
The region's bike-share, classic or electric, with docks all over the city.
In Washington, DC -
Carousell
Daily life
Singapore's answer to Craigslist: furniture, strollers and school uniforms all change hands here as expat families come and go.
In Singapore -
Carrefour Belgique
Groceries
Carrefour is everywhere in Belgium, from tiny Express shops to big hypermarkets; the app holds your Bonus card, coupons and online orders.
In Brussels -
Carrefour Italia
Groceries
Online groceries delivered to your home and deals from the city's many Carrefour Express stores, often open late.
In Rome -
Carrefour Maroc
Groceries
The other big supermarket chain in Casablanca (Label'Vie group); catalogue, promotions and loyalty card for your weekly grocery run.
In Casablanca -
Casatramway
Getting around
The official Casablanca tram app: route map for both lines, timetables and ticket purchase, the backbone of getting around town without a car.
In Casablanca -
CFL GO
Getting around
The Luxembourg railways (CFL) app: live train times, platforms, disruptions and tickets for the cross-border trips to France, Belgium or Germany that domestic free travel doesn't cover.
In Luxembourg -
Chedraui
Groceries
The other big supermarket chain: online ordering, fast delivery and the week's promotions.
In Mexico City -
Chope
Daily life
The local go-to for booking restaurants, with vouchers and solid discounts outside peak hours.
In Singapore -
Chrono
Getting around
The official ARTM app: plan STM, exo and REM journeys and top up your OPUS card straight from your phone.
In Montreal -
Citi Bike
Getting around
The bike-share system (via the Lyft app or the dedicated one): docks every couple of blocks in Manhattan and much of Brooklyn and Queens.
In New York -
Clipper Card
Getting around
One transit card for the whole Bay Area: BART, Muni, Caltrain and ferries. Load it onto your phone and tap to ride.
In San Francisco -
Co.op Online
Groceries
Online shopping from Saigon Co.op (Co.opmart, Co.opXtra), the city's long-standing supermarket group.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
Cold Storage
Groceries
The expat go-to for imported and Western products: online ordering, home delivery and strong fresh aisles, a nice complement to FairPrice.
In Singapore -
Coles
Groceries
The other Australian supermarket giant, in a duopoly with Woolworths; catalogue, weekly specials and grocery delivery.
In Sydney -
Colruyt Xtra
Groceries
The digital loyalty card of Colruyt, Belgium's biggest grocer; it is also the gateway to Collect&Go for ordering and picking up your groceries.
In Brussels -
Communauto
Getting around
Montreal's beloved car share: FLEX cars you pick up and drop almost anywhere in town, many car-free families' secret weapon.
In Montreal -
Continente
Groceries
Portugal's biggest supermarket delivers to your door through this app: reliable slots, and do get the Cartão Continente, the loyalty card everyone carries.
In Lisbon -
Coop
Groceries
The other Swiss giant, Migros's great rival: Supercard loyalty, coupons, in-store self-scanning and online ordering all gathered in one app.
In Zurich -
Coop Deli (コープデリ)
Groceries
The co-op families swear by: weekly home delivery, baby products, and reduced delivery fees for parents with little ones.
In Tokyo -
Coop Supermarkt
Groceries
The online grocery app of Coop, the other big Swiss supermarket: order and get home delivery, a lifesaver in car-free weeks.
In Geneva -
Cortilia
Groceries
The online farmers' market born in Milan: fruit, vegetables and local artisan produce delivered in baskets, for fresh, seasonal eating.
In Milan -
Coupang
Groceries
Korea's e-commerce giant: nappies, formula, school supplies or small appliances, delivered to your door.
In Seoul -
Coupang Eats
Delivery
Coupang's meal delivery: a huge choice, live tracking, handy on evenings when nobody feels like cooking.
In Seoul -
Crisp
Groceries
The premium online supermarket loved in Amsterdam: fresh, local, quality products delivered in a chosen afternoon or evening slot.
In Amsterdam -
Curb
Getting around
Hails a real yellow cab from your phone, handy when ride-hailing prices surge.
In New York -
darb
Getting around
The official Riyadh transport app: plan your journeys across the new metro and bus network, buy tickets, and check live timetables.
In Riyadh -
DBS PayLah!
Daily life
The most widely used mobile wallet: pay the babysitter back or settle at the hawker stall via PayNow, the local instant transfer.
In Singapore -
Delhaize Luxembourg
Groceries
The Belgian chain that's big in Luxembourg: the local app bundles the loyalty card, the promotions catalogue and online shopping, handy for the neighbourhood stores.
In Luxembourg -
Demae-can (出前館)
Delivery
Japan's homegrown delivery giant, often cheaper than Uber Eats; plenty of neighbourhood restaurants deliver only through it.
In Tokyo -
Dianping
Daily life
China's TripAdvisor: reviews, ratings and bookings for restaurants, salons and activities. Great for finding neighbourhood gems and discount coupons.
In Shanghai -
DiDi Food
Delivery
DiDi's delivery service, often the cheapest, with plenty of neighbourhood restaurants and taquerías.
In Mexico City -
Dingdong Maicai
Groceries
Shanghai's own fresh-grocery delivery app: vegetables, meat and fish at your door in about an hour. Chinese-only interface, but ordering is simple.
In Shanghai -
Djamo
Daily life
The neobank young Abidjan loves: an account and a Visa card that are easy to open, handy for paying online and abroad.
In Abidjan -
Doctena
Daily life
The go-to app for booking medical appointments in Luxembourg: GPs, paediatricians, dentists and specialists, with online slots and reminders, a real help when you arrive with kids.
In Luxembourg -
DodoGo
Getting around
Taxis at a fixed fare shown before you confirm, across all nine districts of the island, day and night; six-seat minivans and airport transfers available. You pay the driver in cash.
In Mauritius -
DoneDeal
Daily life
Ireland's classifieds app: second-hand cars, furniture and baby gear to get set up when you arrive.
In Dublin -
Donkey Republic
Getting around
VéloPartage is Geneva's self-service bike scheme run by Donkey Republic: spot an orange bike in the app, unlock it and ride along the lake.
In Geneva -
DubaiNow
Daily life
The city's one-stop counter: pay your DEWA bills, Salik and fines, track your paperwork, all from a single app.
In Dubai -
Dunnes Stores
Groceries
The historic Irish chain for food and household goods, with its Value Club vouchers in the app.
In Dublin -
E-mart (이마트)
Groceries
The big hypermarket chain's app: offers and planning your shop before you go.
In Seoul -
Eatigo
Daily life
A handy restaurant-booking app in Kuala Lumpur: it offers time-based discounts, up to half price when you reserve off-peak slots.
In Kuala Lumpur -
ECOBICI
Getting around
Mexico City's bike-share, very handy in Polanco, Condesa or Roma, with docks everywhere.
In Mexico City -
efood
Delivery
Greece's delivery leader: souvlaki, neighbourhood food and supermarket groceries brought to your door, with a huge choice in Athens.
In Athens -
Ele.me
Delivery
The other major food-delivery app, now folded into Taobao and listed as Taobao Shangou (淘宝闪购). Many compare its prices with Meituan.
In Shanghai -
Esselunga
Groceries
Milan's flagship supermarket delivers your groceries with its famous little yellow van; book your slot ahead, they fill up fast.
In Milan -
FairPrice Group
Groceries
The app of NTUC FairPrice, the national supermarket chain: online groceries, home delivery and some of the gentlest prices on the island.
In Singapore -
Farmy
Groceries
An online market for fresh, local and organic groceries delivered to your door in Zurich; handy for topping up without lugging heavy bags.
In Zurich -
Flashfood
Daily life
Founded in Toronto, this app sells food nearing its best-before date at deep discounts in No Frills and Loblaws supermarkets.
In Toronto -
Flipp
Groceries
Every weekly flyer in one place: spot the deals and price-match at the till, a very Canadian habit.
In Montreal -
foodora
Delivery
Vienna's most used delivery app (formerly mjam): neighbourhood restaurants and groceries delivered in minutes.
In Vienna -
Freebee
Getting around
Miami's fully free electric shuttles: on-demand rides around Brickell, Miami Beach, Coral Gables and Coconut Grove, perfect for short hops.
In Miami -
FreshDirect
Groceries
The New York online-grocery institution, loved for fresh produce; next-day delivery slots.
In New York -
Freshippo (Hema)
Groceries
Alibaba's fresh supermarket, all over Shanghai: quality produce, live seafood, 30-minute delivery if you live near a store.
In Shanghai -
Giant Food
Groceries
The Washington area's big supermarket chain: delivery, curbside pickup and digital coupons.
In Washington, DC -
GO
Getting around
Japan's number one taxi app: a cab in minutes, in-app payment, a lifesaver on rainy evenings or with a pushchair in tow.
In Tokyo -
Gojek
Getting around
Grab's main ride-hailing rival; Singaporeans compare prices on both apps before booking a car.
In Singapore -
GoMo by BusMap
Getting around
For the city's buses: routes, nearby stops, estimated arrivals and cashless payment.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
Gov.gr Wallet
Daily life
The Greek state's digital wallet: ID, driving licence and official documents on your phone, once you have your login credentials.
In Athens -
Gurkerl
Groceries
Vienna's online supermarket: fresh products delivered in a precise slot, often the same day.
In Vienna -
GVB
Getting around
Amsterdam's own transit app: GVB trams, metros, buses and ferries, with live times and tickets you buy straight from your phone.
In Amsterdam -
Harris Teeter
Groceries
A family favourite in Washington and Virginia: order online and pick up without leaving your car.
In Washington, DC -
HCMC Metro HURC
Getting around
The official app for Metro Line 1, opened in late 2024 between Ben Thanh and Thu Duc: timetables, stations and tickets.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
HeyConad
Groceries
The app of Conad, a chain with stores across Rome's neighbourhoods: online shopping, in-store pickup and loyalty card.
In Rome -
HKTVmall
Groceries
Hong Kong's number-one online supermarket: groceries, fresh food, baby and household items, delivered in the time slot you pick.
In Hong Kong -
HotDoc
Daily life
Australia's go-to app for booking a doctor: find a GP near you and reserve online, telehealth appointments included.
In Sydney -
HungerStation
Delivery
Saudi Arabia's number one food delivery app: restaurants, supermarkets and pharmacies, with very broad coverage right across Riyadh.
In Riyadh -
Hungry Hub
Daily life
The booking app that digs up buffets and fixed-price menus in Bangkok restaurants and hotels; very handy for family meals without overspending.
In Bangkok -
ID Austria
Daily life
Austria's digital identity for online formalities (tax, registrations, health), to activate once you are a resident.
In Vienna -
itsme
Daily life
Belgium's essential digital ID: log in to your bank, the tax office or public services and sign documents securely, you will need it fast.
In Brussels -
itTaxi
Getting around
The app of Rome's main radio-taxi networks: book an official taxi and pay by card in the app.
In Rome -
Jahez
Delivery
HungerStation's big Saudi-born rival; plenty of local restaurants and frequent deals that Riyadh residents keep an eye on.
In Riyadh -
JD.com
Groceries
The other e-commerce giant, known for very fast delivery and authentic goods. Handy for electronics, imported products and baby supplies.
In Shanghai -
Kakao Pay
Daily life
Kakao's mobile payment, accepted in many shops and handy for paying a friend back.
In Seoul -
Kakao T
Getting around
The app to order a taxi in Seoul and Songdo alike, with in-app payment available: a lifesaver with a pushchair or shopping bags.
In Seoul -
KakaoMap
Getting around
The other big Korean map, also listed by Séoul Accueil; many families keep both.
In Seoul -
KakaoTalk
Daily life
Korea's messaging app: class groups, local shops, and the French community's 'Soirée Mamans' and 'Seorae Petites Annonces' groups. Install it before you even land.
In Seoul -
Karrot (당근)
Daily life
Neighbour-to-neighbour classifieds: kids' clothes, pushchairs, furniture, to pick up in your neighbourhood.
In Seoul -
Karwa
Getting around
The app for the official turquoise taxis: handy at the airport and for everyday trips, with regulated metered fares.
In Doha -
Kibsons
Groceries
Fresh fruit and veg delivered to your door from the next day at fair prices; a firm favourite with Dubai's expat families.
In Dubai -
Knuspr
Groceries
The online supermarket that started in Munich: fresh, regional products delivered in a precise slot, often the same day.
In Munich -
Kooul
Delivery
A Moroccan alternative to Glovo for meal delivery, backed by ORA; useful to widen your choice of restaurants and compare delivery fees.
In Casablanca -
Kurly (컬리)
Groceries
Fresh groceries ordered online and delivered to your door.
In Seoul -
Leap Top Up
Getting around
Top up your Leap card by simply tapping it on your phone; the card gives you daily and weekly fare caps.
In Dublin -
Lime
Getting around
The green and white e-bikes are everywhere in London; the app lets you unlock one in a few seconds.
In London -
LINE MAN
Delivery
Thailand's food-delivery giant, with the widest choice of small restaurants and street food; you sign in with your LINE account.
In Bangkok -
LuLu Hypermarket
Groceries
Doha's other big hypermarket chain, strong on fresh food and international aisles; order online or find your nearest store.
In Doha -
LUUP
Getting around
Shared e-bikes and e-scooters on nearly every street corner; perfect for short hops between two metro stations.
In Tokyo -
Marjane
Groceries
The country's largest hypermarket chain; the app handles your loyalty card, weekly deals and, depending on the store, online ordering.
In Casablanca -
Marktplaats
Daily life
The big second-hand classifieds site in the Netherlands; perfect for kitting out your home cheaply, from a bike to a sofa to furniture.
In Amsterdam -
MauBank WithMe
Money and banking
MauBank's app: balances, transfers, debit and credit cards, mobile top-ups, and opening an account from your phone.
In Mauritius -
MauPost
Daily life
Mauritius Post's official app: parcel tracking, sending, paying charges on parcels arriving from abroad and scheduling deliveries.
In Mauritius -
MB Way
Daily life
Portugal's default way to pay: instant transfers between friends, online purchases, cardless cash withdrawals; set it up as soon as your Portuguese bank account opens.
In Lisbon -
MCB Juice
Money and banking
The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) app: balances, transfers, sending money to a mobile number, phone top-ups and bill payments, if you bank with MCB.
In Mauritius -
Meituan
Delivery
The giant of food delivery and daily services: restaurants, groceries, haircuts, cinema. The app Shanghainese open several times a day.
In Shanghai -
Mercado Libre
Groceries
Latin America's Amazon: appliances, school supplies and everyday products, often delivered next day.
In Mexico City -
Mercado Pago
Daily life
Mexico's most used digital wallet: pay, get paid back and settle bills from your phone.
In Mexico City -
Mercari (メルカリ)
Daily life
Japan's flea market app: kids' clothes, pushchairs, furniture; Tokyo mums buy and resell just about everything on it.
In Tokyo -
MétéoMédia
Daily life
The weather app all Quebec checks: storm alerts and wind chill, essential for dressing the kids in winter.
In Montreal -
MeteoSwiss
Daily life
The official Swiss weather app, impressively accurate: wind, storm and snow alerts; Genevans check it before any outing to the lake.
In Geneva -
Metrash
Daily life
The Ministry of Interior app, essential for residents: visas, residence permits, traffic fines and official paperwork are all handled straight from your phone.
In Doha -
Metro Metropolis
Getting around
Shanghai's official metro app: scan a QR code to pass through the gates, no paper ticket needed. Set up payment before your first ride.
In Shanghai -
MetroMan Shanghai
Getting around
The offline, English metro map that expats pass around. Handy for planning a route when you can't read Chinese yet.
In Shanghai -
MILKRUN
Groceries
Rapid grocery delivery, born in Sydney and relaunched by Woolworths: groceries and drinks at your door in under an hour.
In Sydney -
Mobile T-money
Getting around
The T-money transport card on your phone: metro, buses and taxis, in Seoul and Incheon alike.
In Seoul -
Mobiliteit.lu
Getting around
The official public-transport app; transit is free nationwide since 2020, so you just plan the route: live times for buses, tram and trains across Luxembourg.
In Luxembourg -
MoMo
Daily life
Vietnam's most widespread mobile wallet: pay by QR code, settle bills and pay other parents back.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
MTA
Getting around
The official subway and bus app: real-time arrivals and (frequent) weekend works. Good to know: the subway is tap-to-pay (OMNY), bank card or phone at the turnstile, automatic weekly fare cap.
In New York -
MTR Mobile
Getting around
The official MTR app: route planning, real-time schedules, disruption alerts and MTR loyalty points earned on your journeys.
In Hong Kong -
MuvMi
Getting around
Shared electric tuk-tuks you book in a few neighbourhoods (Ari, Thonglor, Rattanakosin, Chula); perfect and cheap for short hops through the sois.
In Bangkok -
MVGO
Getting around
MVG's official app: live U-Bahn, tram and bus times, ticket purchases and access to shared bikes and scooters.
In Munich -
My Delhaize
Groceries
The app for Delhaize, a supermarket you will see all over Brussels: digital Superplus card, deals and online ordering with delivery or pickup.
In Brussels -
My Emtel App
Daily life
The Emtel operator app: usage tracking, top-ups and bill payments for mobile and broadband, and plan selection.
In Mauritius -
My market
Groceries
A supermarket chain with many stores across Athens: online ordering, home delivery or in-store pickup, and a loyalty card.
In Athens -
my.t money
Money and banking
Mauritius Telecom's wallet: bills (water, electricity, insurance, public services), transfers, top-ups and QR code payments, with expense splitting between friends.
In Mauritius -
MyGuichet.lu
Daily life
Luxembourg's official e-government counter: declarations, admin procedures and official documents from your phone, using LuxTrust login; essential when you first settle into the country.
In Luxembourg -
MyHealth
Daily life
Greece's public health app: e-prescriptions, results and medical history, useful as soon as you have your AMKA number.
In Athens -
MyObservatory
Daily life
The official weather app the whole city checks: typhoon and rainstorm alerts, essential for knowing whether school is cancelled.
In Hong Kong -
MyRapid PULSE
Getting around
The official transit app: MRT, LRT, monorail and buses. Real-time journeys, network map and timetables to find your way without a car.
In Kuala Lumpur -
myt care
Daily life
The my.t (Mauritius Telecom) customer app: landline, home internet and TV, prepaid or postpaid mobile plans, bills and troubleshooting.
In Mauritius -
myt traffic watch
Getting around
Mauritius Telecom's live traffic cameras (Port Louis, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, Quatre Bornes, Réduit, Curepipe and more) plus police traffic updates: handy before the school run at rush hour.
In Mauritius -
myt weather
Daily life
Mauritius Telecom's app through which the authorities share weather updates and news on major incidents and severe weather: install it before the cyclone season, from November to April.
In Mauritius -
Nana
Groceries
A Saudi grocery delivery app: order from several supermarkets and shops at once, brought to your home within a few hours.
In Riyadh -
Nar'aakom
Daily life
The public health centres (PHCC) app: appointments, prescriptions and video consultations for the whole family, once you have your health card.
In Doha -
navegante
Getting around
The official app for the navegante card, the whole region's transit pass: top up your subscription from your phone instead of queuing at the machines.
In Lisbon -
Naver Map
Getting around
Naver's map, recommended by Séoul Accueil for walking, metro and bus routes.
In Seoul -
Nextdoor
Daily life
The neighbourhood social network, big in the Bay Area: local tips, babysitter or plumber recommendations, alerts and community news.
In San Francisco -
NHS App
Daily life
The official health service app: repeat prescriptions, appointments and your medical record, install it as soon as you register with a GP.
In London -
Ninja
Groceries
The quick-commerce app locals love in Riyadh: groceries and snacks usually delivered in under an hour, perfect for forgotten items.
In Riyadh -
nol Pay
Getting around
Top up your nol card (metro, tram, bus) straight from your phone, no more queuing at the station machines.
In Dubai -
NS
Getting around
The Dutch railways app, essential for trains and the Schiphol airport link; timetables, platforms and tickets all in one place.
In Amsterdam -
O Meu Pingo Doce
Groceries
The app for the corner supermarket par excellence: Poupa Mais card, coupons and your store's offers, handy given there is a Pingo Doce on almost every block.
In Lisbon -
OASA Telematics
Getting around
The official Athens transit app: live bus and trolley arrivals at your stop, very useful when printed timetables don't match reality.
In Athens -
ÖBB
Getting around
The Austrian railways app for the S-Bahn and trains to Salzburg, the lakes or the ski resorts.
In Vienna -
Ocado
Groceries
The online-only supermarket London families love: reliable delivery slots, M&S products and famously careful service.
In London -
Octopus
Getting around
The app behind the essential Octopus card: top up, track your spending and pay for the MTR, buses, convenience stores and school canteens.
In Hong Kong -
OnlyEat
Daily life
Meal delivery from a selection of Mauritian restaurants, with live order tracking and card or mobile payment; coverage is gradually expanding across the island.
In Mauritius -
Opal Travel
Getting around
Sydney's official transport app: top up your Opal card, check your balance and plan trains, buses, ferries and light rail across the city.
In Sydney -
OpenRice
Daily life
The local institution for finding a restaurant: reviews, menus, photos and bookings, far more complete than Google Maps in Hong Kong.
In Hong Kong -
Orange Max it
Daily life
Orange's all-in-one app: mobile plan, Orange Money and everyday payments; a must if you pick up an Orange SIM in Abidjan.
In Abidjan -
Papago
Daily life
Naver's translator, very good with Korean: text, voice, and photos of a menu, a prescription or a note from school.
In Seoul -
PayMe by HSBC
Daily life
Hong Kong's Venmo: the app everyone uses to pay each other back, among friends, school parents and helpers, whatever bank you use.
In Hong Kong -
PayPay
Daily life
The most widely accepted QR payment app: works almost everywhere, handy for paying a friend back or shopping at the market.
In Tokyo -
PC Express
Groceries
The online grocery service from the Loblaws group (Loblaws, No Frills, Fortinos); order ahead for in-store pickup or delivery.
In Toronto -
Picnic
Groceries
The all-Dutch online supermarket, delivered free by little electric vans; you order the day before for a slot the next day.
In Amsterdam -
Pleco
Daily life
The Chinese dictionary every expat installs: translation, pronunciation and camera character-scanning to decode a menu or a label.
In Shanghai -
PNS eShop (ParknShop)
Groceries
ParknShop's online grocery app, one of the two big supermarket chains: handy for the big weekly delivery.
In Hong Kong -
PRESTO
Getting around
Ontario's transit card for the TTC, GO Transit and neighbouring networks; the app tops up your balance and tracks your taps.
In Toronto -
Publix
Groceries
Florida's beloved supermarket institution: the app for weekly deals, shopping lists, the pharmacy and ordering their cult Pub Sub sandwiches.
In Miami -
Qatar Rail
Getting around
The official app for the Doha Metro and Lusail Tram: journey planner, timetables and the Metrolink shuttles that take you to your nearest station.
In Doha -
Rafeeq
Delivery
The other fully local delivery app: good prices, neighbourhood restaurants and small errands; regulars compare it with Talabat and Snoonu.
In Doha -
Rakuten Mart (楽天マート)
Groceries
Rakuten's online supermarket: reliable delivery slots across greater Tokyo, with Rakuten points earned on every order.
In Tokyo -
Ralphs
Groceries
The go-to supermarket in Los Angeles (Kroger group): the app doubles as your loyalty card, with digital coupons to clip before you check out.
In Los Angeles -
Rappi
Delivery
Mexico City's essential delivery app: meals, groceries, pharmacy and even cash brought to your door.
In Mexico City -
Ricardo
Daily life
Switzerland's big secondhand marketplace: buy and resell furniture, bikes and kids' gear. Perfect for kitting out your home affordably when you first arrive.
In Zurich -
Robinhood
Delivery
The other big delivery app in Bangkok: it took over foodpanda's customers when it left, with a wide choice of restaurants and often reasonable fees.
In Bangkok -
S'hail
Getting around
The RTA's official journey planner: metro, tram, bus and taxis combined into one route, Dubai's answer to Citymapper.
In Dubai -
Safeway
Groceries
The region's big supermarket chain; the app handles deals, your loyalty card and delivery or curbside pickup of your groceries.
In San Francisco -
Sainsbury's
Groceries
The Londoners' other big supermarket: dependable home delivery and the Nectar card to earn points on your shopping.
In London -
SBM Tag
Money and banking
SBM Bank (Mauritius)'s mobile banking: accounts, instant transfers, bills, top-ups, card management and a branch and ATM locator.
In Mauritius -
Service NSW
Daily life
The essential New South Wales government app: licences, registration, parking, vouchers and official paperwork all gathered in one place.
In Sydney -
Setel
Daily life
The app to pay for fuel without leaving your car (Petronas stations) and to cover parking. Genuinely handy in a city where you drive a lot.
In Kuala Lumpur -
ShopeeFood
Delivery
GrabFood's main rival, often cheaper thanks to its daily promo codes.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
SimplyGo
Getting around
The official transit app: track your MRT and bus trips, manage your cards and the kids', top up remotely.
In Singapore -
Singpass
Daily life
Singapore's national digital identity, essential once you have your residence pass: government paperwork, school and healthcare all run through it.
In Singapore -
Skip
Delivery
The Canadian delivery app, born in Winnipeg and widely used in Toronto; often the best coverage for smaller neighbourhood restaurants.
In Toronto -
SkipTheDishes
Delivery
The Canadian food-delivery player, with solid coverage in Montreal and a well-liked rewards programme.
In Montreal -
Skroutz
Daily life
The price-comparison marketplace every Greek uses: appliances, school supplies or toys, at the best price and delivered fast.
In Athens -
SmarTrip
Getting around
The official Washington Metro and bus app: your SmarTrip card on your phone, topped up in seconds.
In Washington, DC -
SMOU (Bicing)
Getting around
The city app for Bicing (public bike share), parking and mobility; Bicing signup is reserved for registered residents, so plan your paperwork first.
In Barcelona -
SNCB/NMBS
Getting around
Belgian railways: live timetables and tickets to reach the airport, Antwerp, Ghent or Bruges from Brussels stations, often faster than driving.
In Brussels -
Snoonu
Delivery
The local champion: this homegrown Qatari app delivers restaurants, groceries, pharmacies and even retail shops, often in under an hour.
In Doha -
SPAR
Groceries
The app of SPAR, Austria's other big supermarket chain: promotions, coupons and shopping lists.
In Vienna -
Spin by OXXO
Daily life
The account from OXXO convenience stores, on every street corner: deposit or withdraw cash and pay bills in store.
In Mexico City -
STC Pay
Daily life
The kingdom's most-used mobile wallet (formerly STC Pay, now STC Bank): payments, transfers between friends and cards set up in minutes.
In Riyadh -
STIB-MIVB
Getting around
The official Brussels transit app: metro, tram and bus in real time, ticket purchase and MOBIB card top-up, the one you will open every day.
In Brussels -
Suica
Getting around
Tokyo's transit card gone digital: add it to Apple Wallet, top up from the app, and tap to pay at the konbini too.
In Tokyo -
SunPass
Getting around
Florida's toll transponder: in Miami almost every expressway is tolled, and the app manages your account and tops up the balance.
In Miami -
Supercard
Groceries
Coop's loyalty card as an app: Supercard points and coupons scanned at checkout, everyone in Switzerland has it on their phone.
In Geneva -
SuperValu
Groceries
The Irish neighbourhood chain known for local produce: home delivery and Real Rewards points.
In Dublin -
Tabelog (食べログ)
Daily life
Japan's restaurant bible: ratings are strict but reliable; anything above 3.5, you can book with your eyes closed.
In Tokyo -
TAMM
Daily life
Abu Dhabi's one-stop government app: water and electricity bills, fines, licences and everyday paperwork; sooner or later everything goes through TAMM.
In Abu Dhabi -
Taobao
Groceries
The vast online bazaar where you find everything, dirt cheap. Essential for kitting out a new apartment: appliances, decor, clothes.
In Shanghai -
Tawakkalna
Daily life
The other essential government app: it holds your digital ID and documents, often required for admin tasks and everyday services.
In Riyadh -
Tesco
Groceries
The app of the country's biggest supermarket: online grocery orders plus the Clubcard, essential for the lower member prices in store.
In London -
Tesco Ireland
Groceries
Dublin's most used supermarket for online shopping: reliable delivery slots and the Clubcard.
In Dublin -
TFI Live
Getting around
Ireland's official transport app: live Dublin Bus, Luas and DART times at your stop.
In Dublin -
TfL Go
Getting around
The official London transport app: live Tube and bus times, line status and step-free access info, a lifesaver with a buggy.
In London -
Thuisbezorgd.nl
Delivery
The go-to food delivery service in the Netherlands: the widest choice of neighbourhood restaurants, from local snack bars to big chains.
In Amsterdam -
Tikkie
Daily life
The Dutch reflex for paying friends back: you send a payment link by message and they settle in one tap from their bank.
In Amsterdam -
Tim Hortons
Daily life
The Canadian coffee institution: order ahead, Tims Rewards and one-tap payment, a daily habit for many Torontonians.
In Toronto -
TMB
Getting around
The official Barcelona metro and bus app: real-time schedules, route planning and ticket purchase, the one you will open every single day.
In Barcelona -
Tops
Groceries
The online supermarket expats love for imported and Western products; home delivery from Tops and Central Food Hall stores.
In Bangkok -
Touch 'n Go eWallet
Daily life
The country's default digital wallet: tolls, parking, QR payments at the till, top-ups and even the metro. Essential, almost everyone pays with it.
In Kuala Lumpur -
ToYou
Delivery
A Saudi delivery app for both food and groceries; handy for group orders and last-minute errands around the city.
In Riyadh -
tpg+
Getting around
Geneva's official public transport app: real-time trams and buses, journey planning and tickets across Greater Geneva, French side included.
In Geneva -
TripView
Getting around
The journey planner Sydneysiders swear by: real-time train, bus and ferry timetables, showing the next departures from your regular line.
In Sydney -
TrueMoney Wallet
Daily life
The most widespread e-wallet: top it up with cash at 7-Eleven, then pay in shops by QR code, settle bills and reload your phone credit.
In Bangkok -
TWINT
Daily life
Switzerland's peer-to-peer payment norm: settle a coffee, a babysitter or a school collection in a couple of taps. Absolutely everyone uses it.
In Zurich -
TWINT Prepaid
Daily life
Switzerland's mobile payment standard, essential for paying a friend back or at the market; every bank has its own version, this prepaid one works before you have a Swiss account.
In Geneva -
vel'OH!
Getting around
Luxembourg City's bike-share (JCDecaux), with electric-assist bikes that really help on the hills: subscribe and unlock a docking station straight from the app.
In Luxembourg -
ViaBus
Getting around
The local app that tracks buses, the BTS, the MRT and river boats live; the key to taming Bangkok's famously opaque bus network.
In Bangkok -
Villa Market
Groceries
The expat institution for imported goods (cheeses, French pantry staples, organic); several stores around town and home delivery through the app.
In Bangkok -
Walmart
Groceries
Walmart Mexico's app: same-day grocery delivery from the city's Walmart and Superama stores.
In Mexico City -
Wave
Daily life
The star mobile wallet in Côte d'Ivoire: send money and pay with tiny fees; everyone in Abidjan seems to use it.
In Abidjan -
Waymo
Getting around
The driverless robotaxis that have become a genuine habit in San Francisco. Book the car in the app and it drives itself to you.
In San Francisco -
Waze
Getting around
Los Angeles runs on traffic: Waze reroutes you in real time to dodge it and flags speed traps and crashes. The GPS everyone opens behind the wheel here.
In Los Angeles -
Webtaxi
Getting around
Luxembourg's main taxi cooperative: Uber doesn't operate here, so Webtaxi is how you hail or pre-book a ride, with the fare estimated before you confirm.
In Luxembourg -
WeChat
Daily life
The app that does everything in China: messaging, calls, payments, school groups, doctor bookings. Without WeChat, daily life in Shanghai is nearly impossible.
In Shanghai -
Wedely
Delivery
The homegrown Luxembourg food-delivery platform: one of the most complete locally, listing many restaurants across the country you won't find on the international apps.
In Luxembourg -
Wellcome Online Shop
Groceries
The app from Wellcome, the other big supermarket chain: home delivery and in-store pickup all over Hong Kong.
In Hong Kong -
WienMobil
Getting around
Wiener Linien's official app: live journey planning, tickets and the annual pass, popular with families.
In Vienna -
willhaben
Daily life
The classifieds app every Viennese uses: furniture, bikes, baby gear and even flats.
In Vienna -
Woolworths
Groceries
'Woolies' to the locals: the country's number-one supermarket, with online shopping, click and collect and home delivery.
In Sydney -
Xanh SM
Getting around
Vietnam's green-and-blue electric taxis and motorbikes, now a reflex for their cleanliness and clear prices.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
Yahoo!乗換案内 (Yahoo Transit)
Getting around
The journey planner all of Tokyo swears by: to-the-second timetables, right platform, right car; Japanese only, so keep Google Maps as a backup at first.
In Tokyo -
Yango Deli
Delivery
Yango's food and grocery delivery service; a handy backup to Glovo, sometimes with different restaurants and its own deals.
In Abidjan -
Yindii
Daily life
Bangkok's anti-waste app: surprise bags from bakeries, cafes and hotels at a small price, collected at the end of the day. Good for your budget and the planet.
In Bangkok -
Yugo
Getting around
The Mauritian taxi and van app: rides now or booked ahead, full-day trips, live driver tracking and in-app calls or chat without sharing your number.
In Mauritius -
yuu HK & Macau
Daily life
The loyalty programme everyone scans at checkout: earn points at Wellcome, Mannings, 7-Eleven, IKEA and plenty of restaurant chains.
In Hong Kong -
Zalo
Daily life
The messaging app all of Vietnam uses: your school, landlord, couriers and shops will reach you on Zalo.
In Ho Chi Minh City -
ZVV
Getting around
Zurich's own transit network (trams, buses, regional trains, boats): local timetables, zone calculation and ticket purchase for your everyday journeys around town.
In Zurich
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Apps listed by MumExpat in each city guide. Links lead to the official App Store and Google Play pages.