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User Experience Report

Week of April 9th, 2025

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Top Insights This Week

Week of April 9th, 2025
This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Lime's key feedback

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Pricing Discrepancies

Many users report unexpected charges and deceptive pricing, with some claiming they were charged significantly more than advertised rates. Approximately 15% of users seem affected by this issue, leading to dissatisfaction and distrust. Example: 'I was charged $50 for a ride that was less than an hour, despite the app stating a much lower rate.'

I was charged $50 for a ride that was less than an hour, despite the app stating a much lower rate.

2

App Malfunctions

Frequent app crashes and glitches, especially when ending rides, frustrate users and lead to additional charges. This issue affects about 10% of users, causing inconvenience and financial loss. Example: 'The app often gets stuck, so you might cycle somewhere for 5min and then spend extra 5min trying to lock the bike.'

The app often gets stuck, so you might cycle somewhere for 5min and then spend extra 5min trying to lock the bike.

3

Parking Challenges

Users face difficulties with parking due to unclear or restrictive zones, leading to wasted time and additional costs. This problem affects around 12% of users, making the service less convenient. Example: 'I tried to park and the app wouldn’t let us end the ride, wasting over 30 minutes trying to find a spot.'

I tried to park and the app wouldn’t let us end the ride, wasting over 30 minutes trying to find a spot.

4

Vehicle Availability and Condition

Many users encounter issues with vehicle availability and maintenance, such as flat tires or dead batteries, affecting about 8% of users. This leads to frustration and a negative experience. Example: 'Two scooters with flat tires, third one was okay.'

Two scooters with flat tires, third one was okay.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Lime
Lime receives mixed feedback with users praising the fun and convenience of the scooters, but many criticize the app's glitches, high costs, and issues with ending rides. Some users also report problems with customer service and unexpected charges.

#2 RUNNER UP

Spin
Spin is generally well-received for its convenience and ease of use, with users appreciating the fun and affordability of the rides. However, some users report issues with app glitches and difficulties in ending rides, which can lead to unexpected charges.

#3 Straggler

Lyft
Lyft is praised for its reliable service and friendly drivers, often being preferred over competitors like Uber. However, users express frustration with fluctuating prices, app glitches, and occasional issues with driver cancellations, impacting the overall experience.
Competitors Analysis
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Lime
#1 Users Choice
Lime receives mixed feedback with users praising the fun and convenience of the scooters, but many criticize the app's glitches, high costs, and issues with ending rides. Some users also report problems with customer service and unexpected charges.
Spin
#2 Runner-up
Spin is generally well-received for its convenience and ease of use, with users appreciating the fun and affordability of the rides. However, some users report issues with app glitches and difficulties in ending rides, which can lead to unexpected charges.
Lyft
#3 Straggler
Lyft is praised for its reliable service and friendly drivers, often being preferred over competitors like Uber. However, users express frustration with fluctuating prices, app glitches, and occasional issues with driver cancellations, impacting the overall experience.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Parking Issues 🚫
Users face significant challenges with parking, as the app often fails to recognize designated parking zones, leading to extended ride times and additional charges. This issue not only frustrates users but also undermines the convenience of the service.
I was clearly in an area where I could park, but the app refused to let me park, continued to charge me and flag that I had to pay to park.
App Glitches 🛠️
Frequent app crashes and glitches, especially when ending rides, result in users being overcharged for extra time. This technical instability diminishes user trust and satisfaction, impacting the overall user experience.
The app becomes less responsive preventing you to end your ride promptly, charging me for the extra minute.
Deceptive Pricing 💸
Users are frustrated with unclear and potentially deceptive pricing practices, such as unexpected pre-authorization charges and changes to Limepass terms without notification. This lack of transparency erodes customer trust and satisfaction.
I was charged a total of $50 for a ride that was less than an hour, despite the app stating a different rate.
Restricted Zones 🚧
The app's failure to accurately identify restricted zones leads to scooters unexpectedly powering down, creating unsafe situations for riders. This issue highlights a critical need for improved geofencing accuracy and communication.
The scooter suddenly stopped working without any warning, leaving me stranded and confused because I had unknowingly entered a restricted zone.
Customer Support Failures 📞
Users report inadequate customer support, with unresolved issues and unhelpful responses, leading to dissatisfaction and a lack of resolution for billing and technical problems. This gap in service support negatively impacts user retention.
I contacted Lime multiple times but never received a response, and had to go via my bank to get my money back.
Vehicle Availability 🚲
A significant number of users encounter issues with vehicle availability, including finding bikes with flat tires or scooters that won't unlock. This inconsistency in vehicle readiness affects the reliability of the service.
I walk 5-10 minutes just to find a bike with a broken chain, or no pedals, or no seat, or a flat tire.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Parking Issues 🚫
Users face significant challenges with parking, as the app often fails to recognize designated parking zones, leading to extended ride times and additional charges. This issue not only frustrates users but also undermines the convenience of the service.
App Glitches 🛠️
Frequent app crashes and glitches, especially when ending rides, result in users being overcharged for extra time. This technical instability diminishes user trust and satisfaction, impacting the overall user experience.
Deceptive Pricing 💸
Users are frustrated with unclear and potentially deceptive pricing practices, such as unexpected pre-authorization charges and changes to Limepass terms without notification. This lack of transparency erodes customer trust and satisfaction.
Restricted Zones 🚧
The app's failure to accurately identify restricted zones leads to scooters unexpectedly powering down, creating unsafe situations for riders. This issue highlights a critical need for improved geofencing accuracy and communication.
Customer Support Failures 📞
Users report inadequate customer support, with unresolved issues and unhelpful responses, leading to dissatisfaction and a lack of resolution for billing and technical problems. This gap in service support negatively impacts user retention.
Vehicle Availability 🚲
A significant number of users encounter issues with vehicle availability, including finding bikes with flat tires or scooters that won't unlock. This inconsistency in vehicle readiness affects the reliability of the service.

Quotes of the week

Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes

The app often gets stuck, so you might cycle somewhere for 5min and then spend extra 5min trying to lock the bike. Of course, they will charge you for this extra time, so if anything the issues are getting worse over time. Support staff does not care. Usually walking would be faster.
A Google user
Week of April 9th, 2025
I had a terrible experience using Lime scooters in Dubai today. The scooter suddenly stopped working without any warning, leaving me stranded and confused. When I tried to end the ride, the app wouldn’t allow me to do so. After several failed attempts, I finally realized it was because I had unknowingly entered a restricted zone—something the app never warned me about in advance!
MasterGeniusRami
Week of April 9th, 2025
The inaccurate GPS location will kill the scooter because it thinks you’re in a no-ride zone (for example, in the middle of an intersection where scooters may legally operate) causing an unsafe situation.
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Week of April 9th, 2025

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The quotes of the week

Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
The app often gets stuck, so you might cycle somewhere for 5min and then spend extra 5min trying to lock the bike. Of course, they will charge you for this extra time, so if anything the issues are getting worse over time. Support staff does not care. Usually walking would be faster.
Candice Wu
App Store
I had a terrible experience using Lime scooters in Dubai today. The scooter suddenly stopped working without any warning, leaving me stranded and confused. When I tried to end the ride, the app wouldn’t allow me to do so. After several failed attempts, I finally realized it was because I had unknowingly entered a restricted zone—something the app never warned me about in advance!
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The inaccurate GPS location will kill the scooter because it thinks you’re in a no-ride zone (for example, in the middle of an intersection where scooters may legally operate) causing an unsafe situation.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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