UberX vs. NYC Taxi: Testing Which Is Really Cheaper

July 8 (Bloomberg) --- Taxi cabs are part of the iconic New York landscape, but is Uber about to change that? The company says they've lowered UberX fares by 20%, making them cheaper than a cab. But is it true? Bloomberg sent two interns on a race around town to find out which is less expensive. Video by: Sadie Bass, Justin Beach. (Source: Bloomberg)

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[seifalah]

The numbers speak for themselves. As for the surge argument, it's true. However, not all ride share companies do surge. However keep in mind with Taxi the rate constantly increases: every 1/4 mile, every red light, every time the driver taps the brake etc. With Uber even if you get stuck in traffic it's the same rate. Even if there is a detour it's the same rate (if it's a major detour they may add 1 or 2$ extra). That's what makes them better.

Not to mention you ride enough and you get discounts like 50% off all rides

[DominicTrinajstic]

somewhat negligible price difference, but i suppose that's still a good thing for Uber

[wedas]

Extra few dollars for Safety and insurance, I go with taxi

[TheAviationEnthusiast]

Pfff this is NYC you're talking about, Subway is the way to go. Only costs you $2.75 and you have access to all trains in all directions.

[jayso]

Take uber on rainy evening wen uber hve the surge on , then put a new video again .