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Is PickMe cheaper than standard tuk tuks?

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Carlos P.•150 rep•1

I am in Colombo. Should I always use the PickMe app or is it cheaper to negotiate with street drivers.

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In Colombo, PickMe is always cheaper and much less stressful than trying to negotiate with street tuk tuks. The app forces them to use a standard, fair per kilometer rate.

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