We live in the Bay Area, and find Lyft cheaper than Uber.

I've used Lyft several times here in Town and in Vegas. Each time I gave the Driver a 5 rating (out of 5). I also tip a reasonable amount cash each time (not a lot, but reasonable). Lyft has on several occasions texted me giving me 50% off my next however many rides or for the next 30 days so much % off each time. I do not use the service much, but I did take them up on the 50% off a few times.

(I have never used Uber)

Used 'em like 5 times, always good experience, friendly drivers, nice cars, etc. No issues w/them. Not sure on their 'treatment' but the drivers always have had other jobs (or some had their own biz) as I've always asked about what they do aside from drive.

can't say! Love our Jeep (motorcycle in spring/summer) and feet work.

And the drivers have all been real characters. Very chatty and they've made the rides fun. We've been avoiding Uber.

I do a lot of flying to places where I don't want to rent a car so I'm using one or the other all the time. It's nice to have both as sometimes one will have a driver much closer to you, but many drive for both. Lyft is usually cheaper in my experience but the difference is small.

Then again I've used Uber exactly once (group ride to the airport paid for by employer) and don't feel particularly safe in taxis due to reckless drivers.

I'll never use Uber alone due to the company's covering up of sexual assault.

As a 30 something woman (often alone), I feel safer in my own car or on public transit.