# CarRentals.com: Rental Car App

> The easy way to find, book, and manage a great car rental at a very cheap price.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.carrentals](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.carrentals)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.carrentals`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CarRentals.com, Inc.
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 131,767
- **Rating:** 4.31 / 5 (1,185 ratings)
- **Version:** 2026.36.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2012-06-18
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 90 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.carrentals)
- **Website:** [https://www.carrentals.com](https://www.carrentals.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.carrentals.com/cr-privacy-policy](https://www.carrentals.com/cr-privacy-policy)

## Description

The CarRentals.com Rental Car App offers a streamlined way to find and book rental cars at discounted prices. Whether you're seeking a quick last-minute reservation or planning your next road trip, this app allows you to compare options from leading suppliers, including exclusive member and mobile-only rates. With features like saved driver info, flexible pickup/drop-off locations, and offline itinerary access, managing your bookings is simple and secure.

Designed for on-the-go users, the app supports a variety of vehicle types—from electric models to 4-wheel drives—ensuring you find the perfect ride for any occasion. Additional benefits include contactless pickup options and special supplier programs, enhancing travel safety and convenience. Experience hassle-free car rental with CarRentals.com, saving you both time and money every trip.

## Rankings

- #194,675 — Overall
- #146 — Travel and local (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_STATS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `com.carrentals.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Users praise CarRentals for competitive prices and reliable service, with many noting long-term use and clean vehicles. However, repeated login problems, frequent crashes, and error messages hinder usability. Pricing concerns include hidden charges and inconsistent rates, sometimes worsened after acquisitions. Billing disputes and difficult refunds are a recurring frustration, as are search issues.

### Pros

- Competitive prices and good deals
- Reliable, long-standing service with frequent use
- Positive and useful app experience when it works
- Clean, well-maintained and up-to-date vehicles

### Cons

- Login/sign-in problems and repeated sign-in requirements
- Frequent crashes, freezes, and error messages making the app unstable
- Pricing inconsistencies and hidden charges (charges at pickup, prepaid card issues)
- Refund difficulties and poor customer support related to billing
- Search functionality failures (doesn't work when searching for a destination city)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.carrentals)