description Grab Overview
Across Southeast Asia, Grab brings ride booking, delivery and financial services into a shared mobile app. Depending on the market, transport options include cars and motorbike taxis, while food delivery connects customers with local restaurants. Its regional focus matters because available services reflect local transport habits and payment systems rather than a single model applied everywhere. The app suits urban residents and visitors who want to arrange everyday journeys and orders through one interface.
Motorbike services are particularly relevant in cities where two-wheel transport is common, but they are not available in every location. Integrated payment options connect parts of the service ecosystem, with country-specific differences. Grab's corporate profile outlines its regional transport and delivery focus.
help Grab FAQ
Where did Grab start before it became a Southeast Asian super-app?
Grab began in 2012 as MyTeksi in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, founded by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling. It later moved its headquarters to Singapore and expanded from taxi booking into food delivery, payments, and financial services.
Which countries does Grab operate in?
Grab operates across major Southeast Asian markets including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Cambodia, and Myanmar. The exact services vary by city, so GrabBike, GrabFood, and GrabPay are not equally available everywhere.
What happened to Uber in Southeast Asia?
Uber exited Southeast Asia in 2018 by selling its regional operations to Grab. That deal is one reason Grab became the default ride-hailing app in many cities where travelers might otherwise expect Uber.
How is Grab different from Gojek?
Grab and Gojek overlap in ride-hailing, food delivery, and payments, but Gojek started in Indonesia with a strong motorbike-service identity. Grab's regional footprint is broader across Southeast Asia, while Gojek's deepest brand association remains Indonesia.
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