India’s food delivery market is buzzing. A new player, Ownly, has entered Bengaluru. This app is from Rapido, the company best known for bike taxis and auto rides. Only promises cheaper meals for everyone. Is this the start of a new chapter for food delivery?
Ownly Made Simple Promise: No Hidden Charges
Unlike Zomato and Swiggy, Ownly does not take commissions from restaurants. Instead, it charges a flat delivery fee. What does that mean for you? Restaurant partners cover delivery costs within 4km. For small orders under ₹100, delivery is just ₹10. Orders above ₹150 often include meals from popular chains like Faasos, EatFit, Krispy Kreme, and Wow! Momo. Most meals cost less than ₹150, so it’s pocket-friendly for students and families. On top of that, Ownly claims there are “no hidden charges.” You pay offline prices, right through the app.
Bengaluru’s New Food Delivery War
Ownly is live only in select Bengaluru areas: Koramangala, HSR Layout, BTM Layout, Byrasandra, Tavarekere, and Madiwala. Rapido’s large fleet handles the deliveries, so food reaches you fast. Local restaurants are joining in, thanks to Ownly’s zero-commission system. For restaurants, this means more earnings. For you, cheaper food. In fact, prices are up to 15% lower than other apps like Zomato and Swiggy.
Swiggy and Zomato Take Notice
Swiggy owns a minority stake in Rapido. But now, with Ownly challenging them, Swiggy is reviewing its investment. Market dynamics are changing quickly. Restaurants, which often complained about high commissions (30% or more!) on other platforms, are welcoming Ownly as a breath of fresh air.
What’s Next for Ownly?
Right now, Ownly is testing and learning from Bengaluru customers. If all goes well, Rapido might expand Ownly to more Indian cities soon. The zero-commission model could create more competition and better prices all across India’s food delivery market.