Is an Uber One Membership Worth It? Perks & Pricing Explained

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Discover whether Uber One actually saves you money
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Are you considering an Uber One membership but want to make sure it’s worth the cost? If so, you’ve reached the right place! Committing to a subscription-based service can be a difficult decision, especially if there are lots of features (and terms and conditions). In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about Uber One so you can decide whether it’s right for you.

Things You Should Know

  • An Uber One membership is worth it if you spend over $9.99 in delivery fees on Uber Eats each month.
  • Even if you don't use Uber Eats regularly, the monthly membership can still save you money if you spend at least $200 per month on Uber rides.
  • Uber One benefits include 5% off eligible rides, up to 10% off eligible deliveries and pick up orders, and $0 delivery fees on eligible orders.
Section 1 of 8:

What is Uber One?

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  1. It applies to both Uber and Uber Eats, so you can receive special discounts on rides, groceries, food deliveries, and pickup orders. Uber claims that members save around $27 per month on average (excluding the cost of membership). [1]
    • Since the program works across all of Uber’s platforms, you don’t need to download a separate app to access the benefits—you can use the same Uber One membership for both Uber and Uber Eats.
    • Uber One is the replacement program for Uber Pass and Uber Eats Pass, which were discontinued at the end of 2021.
  2. The monthly membership auto-renews every month unless you cancel it at least 48 hours before your next billing date. For the annual membership, you pay the full amount upfront, and it auto-renews every year on your enrollment date (unless you cancel it). [2]
    • With an annual Uber One membership, you pay slightly less per month ($8.33) than the monthly membership, but you cannot get a refund for the year once your payment processes.
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What are the benefits of Uber One?

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  1. Uber is best known for helping you get a ride , but it can get quite expensive if you take multiple trips per week. With Uber One, members receive 5% off all eligible rides, including UberX, Black, and Comfort (plus, priority access to the best drivers on the platform). [3]
    • To be eligible for this discount, your ride must be at least $15 before taxes and fees.
    • This offer doesn’t apply to shared rides or rides that are booked more than 30 minutes in advance.
  2. One of the most annoying aspects of Uber Eats is having to pay a delivery fee for “small orders” under $25. This fee can cost up to $8 per order, but Uber One eliminates it entirely for members who spend $15 at participating restaurants and stores (and $35 at participating grocery stores). [4]
    • To check if your restaurant or store is an Uber One partner, open up the Uber Eats app and look underneath the name of the establishment for the Uber One logo—a gold-colored circle with the number 1 inside.
    • Keep in mind that you still have to pay service fees, taxes, and tips for your order, which can make it significantly more expensive than buying directly from the store.
  3. Along with an unlimited $0 delivery fee, Uber One members also receive 10% off eligible orders from restaurants and non-grocery stores marked with the gold Uber One icon (and 5% off eligible orders from participating grocery stores).
    • To qualify for this offer, you must place an order of at least $15 at participating restaurants and non-grocery stores (and $35 at participating grocery stores).
  4. Known as the Uber One Promise, members receive $5 in Uber cash if the latest estimated delivery time is wrong for eligible food and grocery orders. You can check the latest estimated delivery time once you place your order and it’s confirmed, and it doesn’t change throughout the delivery process.
    • For example, if the app predicts you’ll receive your order by 4:45 PM, you will get a $5 Uber credit if you receive it at 4:47 PM.
    • You can use the $5 Uber credit on future rides, food deliveries, groceries, and pickup orders.
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Is Uber One worth it?

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  1. If you order food often (and spend over $15 per purchase), Uber One can be a great way to save money on food deliveries. Depending on your location, some delivery fees can be as high as $8 per order. So, you’re likely to break even with a monthly membership if you order food 2-3 times a month. [5]
    • Before committing to Uber One, think about how often you use other apps for the same services. If you also use Doordash, GrubHub, or Instacart for food deliveries, you might not reach the minimum amount per month to get your investment back.
  2. If you order rides multiple times a month (and spend over $15 per purchase), Uber One may help lower your monthly costs. Since it provides 5% off eligible rides, you would have to spend $200 to break even with a monthly membership, or $167 per month to break even with an annual membership. [6]
    • Before committing to Uber One, review your previous transactions to see how much you typically spend on rides. For instance, if your trips are usually less than $15, the 5% discount on rides wouldn’t qualify for most of your purchases, and you may end up wasting money on the membership.
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Is there a free trial for Uber One?

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  1. You still have to input your payment information to start your free trial, but you can cancel it at any time. If you decide to cancel your membership during the trial period, you lose all of your benefits immediately. [7]
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  1. Use your email address and password to log in to your account, then hit the ‘Account’ button in the bottom left corner of the screen. [8]
    • You can also sign up for Uber One on their website by logging in to your account and following the instructions online.
  2. It should be located towards the top of your screen, underneath the ‘Help,’ ‘Wallet,’ and ‘Trips' buttons.
  3. After clicking on the button, select the membership option you want (monthly or annual), then follow the instructions on the screen to start your subscription.
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How do I cancel Uber One?

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  1. It should be in the lower right corner of your screen.
  2. On the Uber app, this button will be located underneath the ‘Messages’ button. For Uber Eats, it will be located underneath ‘Business Preferences.’
  3. This button is at the bottom of your screen. Once you tap it, you will be able to see your billing information (including the next billing date and the amount you’ll be charged).
  4. Once you click this button at the bottom of your screen, choose one of the 4 cancellation reasons, then click the ‘Confirm’ button to terminate your Uber One membership.
    • You can cancel Uber One at any time, but make sure to do so at least 48 hours before your next billing date to avoid being charged.
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How to Get the Most Out of Uber One

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  1. Uber Eats always has exclusive deals for local restaurants, including coupons and BOGO offers. To see which deals are available near you, click on the ‘Browse’ button at the bottom of the Uber Eats app, then hit the ‘Latest Deals’ button underneath ‘Fast Food.’ From there, you’ll see all the current promotions in a green bubble at the top left corner of each restaurant. [9]
  2. If a bunch of people request an Uber in your area around the same time, your ride might cost more than usual. This temporary “surge” in pricing is common on weekends, or anytime there’s a big event or festival. Consider planning your trip outside of these times to get the best deal on your ride. [10]
    • If you can’t schedule your trip around peak hours (and you’re in the middle of a price spike), move your pick-up area a few blocks over to see if it changes the cost of your ride. You may need a walk a little bit outside of your original location, but you can instantly save $10-15.
  3. If you’re not in a rush to get somewhere, consider using the UberX Share feature to share a ride with a user headed in the same direction. According to Uber, it doesn’t add more than 8 minutes to your ride, and you can save up to 20% on your ride if you’re matched with a co-rider. [11]
    • Keep in mind that you can only request one seat on UberX Share. If you’re with friends, book an UberX or UberXL.
  4. You can buy discounted Uber and Uber Eats gift cards online to help you save a little extra money on your membership. Sites like Raise.com offer up to 8% cash back on Uber gift cards. Plus, you get $10 off your first purchase when you sign up. That means you would only pay $82 for an Uber gift card worth $100! [12]
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Current Promotions

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  1. If you refer a new user to Uber Eats, you both get a promo when they spend $25 or more on their first order—you receive $15 off your next $25 order, and they receive $20 off their first order. All you have to do is give them your unique referral code so they can input it when they make their account.
    • To access your code on the Uber app, click on the ‘Account’ button in the lower right corner of your screen. Hit the ‘Uber Eats promotions’ button underneath ‘Send a gift,’ then click on the ‘Start inviting’ banner. You can send the code to your friends by clicking ‘Invite friends.’
    • If you’re using the Uber Eats app, hit ‘Account’ in the lower right corner of your screen. Then, select the ‘Promotions’ button underneath ‘Favorites.’ Swipe right to the second banner on the bottom on the page, then click ‘Start inviting’ to access your referral link.
  2. If you pay for a monthly plan with a Capital One Savor, SavorOne, SavorOne Rewards for Students, or Quicksilver Rewards for Students card, you get a complimentary Uber One membership every month until November 14, 2024. Plus, 10% cash back on purchases with Uber and Uber Eats. Just input your card as your method of payment on Uber, and have Uber Cash turned off. [13]
    • For Quicksilver, QuicksilverOne, and Quicksilver Secured cardholders, you receive a free 6-month trial of Uber One through November 14, 2024.
  3. Gold card members receive $10 each month to use on Uber Eats, while Platinum card members get $15 each month (plus, a $20 bonus in December). To access these benefits, simply add your card as your method of payment on the Uber app, and be sure to use your Uber Cash before the end of the month—it doesn’t roll over to the next month. [14]
  4. To receive this offer, be sure to pay with your Apple Card through Apple Pay—instead of manually entering and storing your Apple Card number in the Uber app. Just open your wallet on the app (located at the top of the ‘Account’ tab). Then, select the Apple Pay option underneath ‘Payment methods.’ [15]
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