Residents of large cities regularly use taxi services, so more and more new drivers are appearing in taxi companies. Before connecting, each taxi driver must prepare a gadget to install the Yandex Pro application. In this article we will tell you what phone you need to work in Yandex Taxi, and also publish lists of the best and recommended smartphones (tablets).
To join as a driver, submit an application on the official website https://taxi.yandex.ru/driver-partner/.
About devices
Modern mobile gadgets are quite functional and you can decide that they are all suitable for Taximeter. However, not every smartphone and tablet copes with this task. There is also a list of proven devices that are worth paying attention to.
Some people use old phones, they “slow down” and provide the driver with information late. By replacing it with a modern device, you can reduce your monthly downtime by 8 hours, that is, a whole working day. These are not just numbers, but the results of research by company employees.
On gadgets that are not suitable for installing the Taximeter application, there is a problem with incorrectly determining the geolocation of a car or client using GPS satellites. There is also a constant notification about loss of communication with satellites. To avoid such troubles, it is better to study the list of recommended phones for working in Yandex Taxi, compiled by the company’s employees themselves.
Why is it so important to choose the right smartphone?
All work in Yandex Taxi is carried out through special devices, which the driver must have. One of the main tasks of the phone is to correctly indicate the location of the taxi driver. For this, a navigator is used, the functioning of which depends on the quality of a specific phone or tablet model.
The most suitable way to determine the suitability of device models for working in Yandex Taxi is through practical experiments conducted by the developers. All devices must meet the following specifications:
- uninterrupted access to the Internet for the taxi driver, and for the client - the ability to see that the driver is on line; Internet speed is also important, which is determined not only by the work of the provider company, but also by the technical features of the smartphone model, the quality of Internet networks in the area;
- fast execution speed of all commands in the device, which affects the number of orders accepted and the driver’s subsequent income;
- a well-functioning GPS module, which is necessary for optimal formation of routes and prompt receipt of orders while driving.
Smartphones that meet the above requirements are called compatible.
Primary requirements
The main requirement that mobile gadgets must meet in 2021 is the stable operation of the mobile application. The correctness of the navigator’s readings, the distribution of orders, the quality of communication and other issues depend on this.
Based on this, the company advises to be guided by such characteristics as:
- GPS module. He is responsible for building routes and determining geolocation depends on him. This will eliminate situations when the car is already leaving with a passenger from the point of departure, and the information on the taximeter begins to be read later, reducing the amount of payment.
- Performance. The phone should be fast enough to immediately receive notifications about new orders.
- Stable Internet. In order for the location of the driver and his client to be constantly read by the system, a reliable Internet connection is required.
When deciding on a tablet or smartphone model for Yandex Taxi, you should give preference not only to Android models. Since 2019, the Yandex Pro mobile application also works on iOS.
Android Requirements
For Android smartphones, the amount of RAM plays an important role: the more, the better. It is better to buy a gadget with a memory of 2 GB or more. Better - 4 GB or more. And the operating system version must be at least Android 5.0.
Requirements for iOS
The software of Apple gadgets must be updated to a version no lower than iOS 12.1.
Additionally
The large capacity battery is another plus. The application consumes energy and the phone dies down, so the higher the battery capacity, the greater the autonomy. A large diagonal screen is another advantage that will affect the driver’s work. On such screens it is more convenient to confirm the acceptance of orders and monitor the route. Therefore, some drivers choose tablets for taxi work rather than phones. But tablets also have a serious disadvantage - due to the large screen diagonal, they simply get in the way, taking up a lot of space on the panel.
We recommend not purchasing electronics with an AMOLED display - it can burn out due to a static, bright picture.
Honor 10X Lite
This smartphone can be called a twin of Huawei P smart 2021. It has the same overall IPS display with a diagonal of 6.67″ and a resolution of 2400×1080, a HiSilicon Kirin 710A processor (8 cores), the same amount of RAM (4 GB) and built-in memory (128 GB).
Performance, like that of the “twin”, is at a high level. There is also a separate slot for memory cards.
The fingerprint scanner is combined with the power button. There is a headphone jack. The difference between this smartphone and Huawei P smart 2021 is in the shell (Magic UI instead of EMUI), design and wireless modules (cellular communications and Wi-Fi).
Pros:
- high performance,
- capacious battery,
- big screen,
- sufficient amount of RAM and built-in memory.
Cons: lack of Google services.
Best devices
It is quite difficult to list all the phones, since the list is very large. At the same time, we can highlight several of the best gadgets among smartphones and tablets. Of course, better devices have more power and are more expensive. The price range for such devices is between 10 and 20 thousand rubles.
Android gadgets
A good solution for taxis are smartphones from Xiaomi, which combine performance and price. At the moment (early 2021), some of the best are the following phones:
- Samsung Galaxy J6+;
- Samsung Galaxy J8;
- Samsung Galaxy j4+;
- Huawei Honor 7x;
- Samsung Galaxy J7 Neo;
- Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite;
- Samsung Galaxy J3;
- Huawei Y6 Prime;
- Xiaomi Mi8;
- Honor 10 Lite;
- Huawei Y5 Prime;
- Huawei P20 Lite.
In the list above are available models, priced from 7,000 ₽ to 15,000 ₽.
And here are the ratings from the drivers:
Among the best-performing tablets for drivers, experts highlight:
- Lenovo Tab3 7Plus;
- Samsung Galaxy Tab A;
- Huawei MediaPad T2.
iOS
In 2021, Yandex released Yandex Pro applications for Apple smartphones and tablets, which pleased many drivers. Judging by the reviews, the application works more stable on iOS.
The aggregator recommends using:
- iPhone 5s, SE, 6 and later;
- iPad Air, iPad 2021, iPad mini 2, iPad Pro and later.
Rating of the best smartphone models for working in Yandex Taxi
According to Yandex Taxi drivers, a rating of smartphones costing from 7,000 to 15,000 rubles, suitable and convenient for work, has been compiled. You can select the appropriate model from the list.
The best smartphones for working with Yandex Taxi
The Yandex Taxi aggregator had its own recommended model - Yandex Phone. It is not included in the ranking because it is a 2021 model. Yandex Phone meets all requirements and is fully compatible with the service. It is impossible to purchase a Yandex Phone in 2020. Failures in sales after the presentation forced Yandex to withdraw the model, but those who managed to purchase the smartphone were satisfied.
Models in different price categories also received good reviews.
Inexpensive smartphones suitable for working in Yandex Taxi
Additional options
There are also devices that are sold at a more affordable price and also do an excellent job. The peculiarity is that these are quite old models and they can quickly become outdated. The list of recommended phones for working in Yandex Taxi includes the following:
| Manufacturer | Model |
| MTS Smart | Surf 2 4G |
| Alcatel | 1, 3v, A3, A5, PIXI 4 (5) 4G |
| Asus Zenfone | Max Plus M1 |
| BQ | 5512l strike forward |
| Dexp | Ursus H170 |
| Digma | Citi7507 4G, VOX FIRE 4G |
| Fly | nimbus 9 |
| HTC | one |
| Huawei Honor | 7, 10, 6A 6A Pro, 8 lite, View 10 |
| Huawei Mediapad | M3 Lite 10, M5 8.4, T2 7.0 |
| Huawei Nova | 3 |
| Huawei Y | Y3 2021, Y5 2021, Y5 2018 |
| Lenovo TAB | 3 Essential 710i 8Gb, 4 8 |
| Lenovo | Vibe B |
| Philips | X586 |
| Samsung Galaxy | A6 (2018), A6+, A7 (2017) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab | A, A 7.0, S2 |
| Xiaomi | Mi Note LTE |
| Xiaomi Redmi | 4A, 5 Plus, 5A 16GB, 6, 6A, S2 |
| Zte | blade a512 |
Xiaomi Mi Max 3 4/64GB
Mi Max 3, worth 15,500 rubles, is one of the largest and most powerful smartphones for working in Yandex taxi with a screen whose diagonal is as much as 6.9″. It is a tablet, a phone, and a navigator all rolled into one. Drivers feel comfortable using maps and programs on a large display.
Also noteworthy is the high performance provided by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset and 4 GB of RAM.
Like Xiaomi Redmi 5, Xiaomi Redmi 4A and Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, the gadget supports 3G, 4G, LTE, and all navigation services. The device is integrated with Android 8.1 OS, a large 5500 mAh battery and fast charging capabilities.
Pros:
- high-capacity battery for Yandex taxi;
- convenient display;
- built-in navigation systems;
- fast charging.
Minuses:
- no NFC.
How to increase the number of orders and speed up the Taximeter?
Experienced taxi drivers and company employees themselves give recommendations to increase the performance of the mobile application and thereby increase the number of orders.
The first tip is that it is better not to keep other applications running in the background. When the driver is on the line, it is better not to overload the mobile phone. When many applications are running in the background, the processor and RAM are loaded, and this negatively affects the speed of receiving and accepting orders.
The second recommendation comes down to purchasing a smartphone holder. If you constantly keep the device between your legs or on the passenger seat, you will need to be constantly distracted by it on the road. This is inconvenient and unsafe, and GPS may not work as well because of this. The phone must be securely fastened to work in Yandex Taxi. The signal is much better near the windshield, so you can find a holder attached to it with Velcro. There are holders that attach to the dashboard.
How to choose a device
The following parameters:
- It is recommended to take at least 2 GB of RAM. More is better. The program may not work correctly if you need to build a large route with other applications open in the background.
- The display is at least five inches. Otherwise, working with such a device on the road will be simply inconvenient and even dangerous.
- It is unnecessary to explain why an accurate geolocation function will be needed. The cheapest Android gadgets may come with poor and inaccurate modules. This will create many difficulties in your work.
- 4G support. Necessary for fast connection to the Internet.
- Price. A good Android device can be purchased from 10-15 thousand rubles. The cheaper it is, the more compromises you will have to make.
Answers on questions
Finally, we’ll look at a few common questions and give answers to them that will allow beginners to choose the best device.
What to do if a smartphone or tablet is not on the list of acceptable ones?
Published lists are only recommendations from company representatives. They have tested about 1,000 models, but the market is constantly being updated with new devices. If your device is not on the list, make sure it meets the following requirements: GPS and GLONASS, Android version 5.0 and higher, more than 2 GB of RAM, camera. With a high degree of probability, the Taximeter will work without problems.
Is there Taximeter for iOS?
At the moment, the mobile application is presented not only for Android; the developers have also released the program for iOS. Android smartphones are cheaper and are in great demand among Yandex Taxi drivers. However, Apple gadgets allow the application to work more stable. Read more about the Yandex Taxi program for drivers.
How was the list of phones recommended for working in a taxi compiled?
When conducting research to determine suitable gadgets, common models were tested and statistics were collected. It was also studied how long the driver spends on the line using each device. As a result, average values were derived and deviations were found.
The devices were also evaluated by company employees, giving gadgets ratings from 1 to 5. Also, the list included only affordable models that can be bought in stores and that are common in the secondary market.
Samsung Galaxy A12 4/64Gb
The screen has an IPS matrix with HD resolution.
Diagonal – 6.4″. Protected by Gorilla Glass. The 8-core Media Tek Helio P35 processor has mediocre performance. The RAM here is quite enough - 4 GB. The internal memory is also enough to install the necessary applications - 64 GB. There is a separate slot for a memory card.
There are 4 main cameras here. However, the main function is performed by two of them - 48 MP and 5 MP. In automatic mode, the photos come out quite high quality.
The smartphone takes good pictures even in low light conditions. There are more questions about the video - for example, there is no stabilization. But for taxi work this is not so important.
The battery is rated at 5000 mAh. This is a good indicator. One charge will be enough to complete a shift. Fast charging is present
The sound in the Galaxy A12 is not bad. But with a speakerphone, you can’t hear the interlocutor very well. There is a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The fingerprint scanner is combined with the power button.
Pros:
- capacious battery,
- fast charging,
- main camera,
- RAM.
Minuses:
- performance,
- sound quality for voice communication.
