Waymo One

User Experience Report

Week of April 3rd, 2025

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Week of April 3rd, 2025
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Waymo One's key feedback

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Service Area Limitations

A significant number of users are frustrated by the limited service area, particularly those who are close to but not within the designated zones. Approximately 10% of users express dissatisfaction with the inability to access the service despite proximity to operational areas.

I live so close to the service area but still can't use Waymo; please expand to Ahwatukee.

2

Unjust Charges

Some users have reported being charged unfairly, such as for cleaning fees or unexpected app charges, which they believe are unwarranted. This issue affects about 5% of users, leading to distrust and dissatisfaction with the service.

I was wrongly charged a $100 cleaning fee for smoking, which I didn't do, and it's my last time using Waymo.

3

Ride Cancellations

Users have experienced frequent ride cancellations, often at the last minute, which disrupts their plans and causes inconvenience. This problem affects around 8% of users, who find the service unreliable due to these cancellations.

My ride was canceled at the last minute multiple times, making it more reliable to just use Uber.

4

Child Safety Concerns

Parents have noted that the car's beeping when dealing with child seats adds unnecessary stress to their experience. This issue is relevant to about 3% of users, particularly those traveling with young children.

The car starts beeping when I'm getting my kids in their seats, adding stress to the ride.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Waymo One
Waymo One receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its safety, smooth rides, and futuristic experience. Users appreciate the ease of use, affordability, and the ability to customize their ride experience, often preferring it over traditional ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft. However, some users report issues with ride availability and unexpected charges.

#2 RUNNER UP

Cruise
Cruise is praised for its innovative technology and smooth, safe rides. Users appreciate the convenience and reliability of the service, often highlighting the seamless experience and the novelty of autonomous driving. However, some users express concerns about limited service areas and occasional technical glitches.

#3 Straggler

Zoox
Zoox garners positive feedback for its cutting-edge technology and unique vehicle design. Users enjoy the futuristic feel and the comfort of the rides, often noting the spacious interiors and advanced safety features. Some users, however, mention limited availability and the need for service expansion.
Competitors Analysis
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Waymo One
#1 Users Choice
Waymo One receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its safety, smooth rides, and futuristic experience. Users appreciate the ease of use, affordability, and the ability to customize their ride experience, often preferring it over traditional ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft. However, some users report issues with ride availability and unexpected charges.
Cruise
#2 Runner-up
Cruise is praised for its innovative technology and smooth, safe rides. Users appreciate the convenience and reliability of the service, often highlighting the seamless experience and the novelty of autonomous driving. However, some users express concerns about limited service areas and occasional technical glitches.
Zoox
#3 Straggler
Zoox garners positive feedback for its cutting-edge technology and unique vehicle design. Users enjoy the futuristic feel and the comfort of the rides, often noting the spacious interiors and advanced safety features. Some users, however, mention limited availability and the need for service expansion.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Child Safety Beeping
The vehicle emits a beeping sound when passengers take time to secure children in booster or car seats, causing unnecessary stress for parents. This feature could be improved to accommodate the additional time needed for safely securing children.
The car starts beeping after a minute when getting kids in booster seats, adding stress.
Service Area Limitations
Customers in areas close to the service boundaries, like Ahwatukee, express frustration over being unable to access rides despite proximity. Expanding the service area could address this unmet demand and improve customer satisfaction.
So close to your service area, yet I cannot use your service. Please expand in Ahwatukee.
False Cleaning Fees
Users have been charged cleaning fees based on incorrect accusations, such as smoking in the vehicle, despite having evidence to the contrary. This undermines trust and suggests a need for more accurate verification processes before imposing fees.
Waymo charged a $100 cleaning fee for smoking, which was untrue, and they should verify before accusing.
Luggage Handling Issues
Instances of vehicles driving off with passengers' luggage due to lack of clear trunk access options have been reported, particularly at airports. Enhancing luggage handling protocols could prevent such incidents and improve the airport travel experience.
The Waymo drove off with my luggage and didn’t show an option to open the trunk.
App Payment Errors
Some users experience issues with the app not processing payments correctly, despite having sufficient funds and accurate information. This technical glitch can prevent ride bookings and requires immediate resolution to avoid customer frustration.
I have enough funds and accurate info, but the app won’t let me order a ride.
Ride Cancellation and Surge Pricing
Customers report rides being cancelled at the last minute, only to find the price has increased when rebooking, suggesting manipulation for surge pricing. This practice damages customer trust and calls for a review of pricing and cancellation policies.
My ride was cancelled as it arrived, then rebooking cost double, suggesting surge pricing manipulation.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Child Safety Beeping
The vehicle emits a beeping sound when passengers take time to secure children in booster or car seats, causing unnecessary stress for parents. This feature could be improved to accommodate the additional time needed for safely securing children.
Service Area Limitations
Customers in areas close to the service boundaries, like Ahwatukee, express frustration over being unable to access rides despite proximity. Expanding the service area could address this unmet demand and improve customer satisfaction.
False Cleaning Fees
Users have been charged cleaning fees based on incorrect accusations, such as smoking in the vehicle, despite having evidence to the contrary. This undermines trust and suggests a need for more accurate verification processes before imposing fees.
Luggage Handling Issues
Instances of vehicles driving off with passengers' luggage due to lack of clear trunk access options have been reported, particularly at airports. Enhancing luggage handling protocols could prevent such incidents and improve the airport travel experience.
App Payment Errors
Some users experience issues with the app not processing payments correctly, despite having sufficient funds and accurate information. This technical glitch can prevent ride bookings and requires immediate resolution to avoid customer frustration.
Ride Cancellation and Surge Pricing
Customers report rides being cancelled at the last minute, only to find the price has increased when rebooking, suggesting manipulation for surge pricing. This practice damages customer trust and calls for a review of pricing and cancellation policies.

Quotes of the week

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The service that Waymo offers is top-notch. The driving is better than I could do, and the ride comes quickly, generally stopping in a reasonable, sensible place. However, the car starts beeping after a minute when getting kids in booster seats, adding a little extra stress.
Steve5959
Week of April 3rd, 2025
Waymo charged a cleaning fee of $100, claiming I smoked in the car, which is untrue. With their tech and ability to check recordings, they should double-check before accusing people. This was my first and last time using them due to their dishonest method of nickel & diming.
Samirhe
Week of April 3rd, 2025
The first few rides were magical, but regularly, it would say a car was coming in 3-5 minutes, only to cancel at one minute due to low car availability. After several infuriating experiences, I realized it's better to start the clock on an Uber. The fixed cost of hardware limits the service's scalability and usefulness.
Timmai_T
Week of April 3rd, 2025

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The quotes of the week

Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
The service that Waymo offers is top-notch. The driving is better than I could do, and the ride comes quickly, generally stopping in a reasonable, sensible place. However, the car starts beeping after a minute when getting kids in booster seats, adding a little extra stress.
Candice Wu
App Store
Waymo charged a cleaning fee of $100, claiming I smoked in the car, which is untrue. With their tech and ability to check recordings, they should double-check before accusing people. This was my first and last time using them due to their dishonest method of nickel & diming.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The first few rides were magical, but regularly, it would say a car was coming in 3-5 minutes, only to cancel at one minute due to low car availability. After several infuriating experiences, I realized it's better to start the clock on an Uber. The fixed cost of hardware limits the service's scalability and usefulness.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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