[ontoillogical]

One of the reasons I prefer to use Lyft is that they let you tip drivers.

[mikeash]

That's the primary reason I'm reluctant to give Lyft a try.

[twblalock]

I tip my Uber drivers. I just give them cash. Uber doesn't know about it unless the drivers report the tips, and I doubt they do.

[eeeeeeeeeeeee]

Right, but why not offer tipping in the app? I think everyone knows that would reduce the friction for tipping. One of Uber's original selling points was convenience -- not having to carry cash around for taxis. Now they've solved their problem, but who cares about the driver, right?

Lyft simply asks you after your trip to rate and tip, all optional.

[nedwin]

Better yet, they encourage it.