What to know about DiscoverCars

DiscoverCars is an international company based in Latvia, specializing in online Car rentals since 2013.

Origins and founding

In 2013, Artjoms Bolsakovs and Dmitrijs Zaznovs founded DiscoverCars in Latvia, driven by the goal of simplifying the rental process for international travelers. Their vision was to build an intuitive platform for comparing and booking vehicles with complete price transparency.

Current services and reach

Today, DiscoverCars works with over 700 rental suppliers across more than 145 countries, providing extensive coverage for a wide range of travel needs. The platform is available in 31 languages, reflecting its focus on a global customer base. Users can compare options from various companies, ranging from major international brands to local agencies, to find the right vehicle for their trip.

What sets DiscoverCars apart

  • Savings of up to 70%
  • A price transparency policy that includes all mandatory fees in the displayed price, helping you avoid surprises at the rental counter.
  • Multilingual customer support available 24/7.
  • Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your scheduled pickup time.
  • A full coverage option that addresses most costs typically excluded from standard insurance, such as repair or theft deductibles and lost keys.

These features aim to provide a straightforward user experience and build trust. The platform is our top recommendation in this article on how to find affordable car rentals.

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Reviews of DiscoverCars

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Excellent service

Very satisfied with DiscoverCars. Simple booking, competitive prices, and reliable service. I recommend.

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Comprehensive, budget-friendly, but sometimes confusing

An all-in-one solution for booking a car rental just about anywhere, at a competitive price, with plenty of options available and free cancellation.

Just watch out for a few quirks. Nothing critical, but still. I had booked a car to pick up at the Europcar branch in Nanterre. The next day, I get a message from customer service asking me to make a new reservation because the booking couldn't be confirmed. Among their "alternative" suggestions, I accepted a similar offer for a Keddy branch (a brand I am not familiar with) located at the same spot.

Once I arrived, I walked around a few times looking for a Keddy office without finding anything. I only saw a Europcar location. I decided to go into Europcar to ask for directions, and the agent told me that Keddy and Europcar are the same thing.

But then, why was this change to my reservation forced on me?

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Super competitive prices

I will book again without hesitation. The booking process was very simple, and most importantly, the prices were very competitive. Do not hesitate!

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Super convenient

If you want to rent a vehicle for your vacation, whether it is a car or a scooter, I highly recommend going through DiscoverCars. The website is very well made and allows you to compare many available offers. It is the best way to get the lowest price possible for your rental. Do not hesitate to check it out.

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For vacation

For vacations abroad or far away, it is great. No need to make the trip with your own car. You can take a plane or train and then pick up your rental car on-site. They have offers for just about every train station and airport.

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Just a comparison site

DiscoverCars isn't strictly a car rental company, but rather a comparison site, broker, or middleman (I am not sure what the right term is).
The advantage is that you get access to a ton of agencies of different sizes, including small local players. The downside is that, as a result, the quality and reliability of the service can vary significantly from one offer to another, without you really being able to tell the difference.

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Great prices

I never know if it is actually an advantage to go through an intermediary. They negotiate the rates and terms for us, but at the same time, they have to make a profit somehow.
The conclusion I have reached with DiscoverCars is that the rates I found are pretty good for Canada.

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Free cancellation works, thanks!

I went through them because I had found a great rate for a weekend in Bordeaux.
Finally, I had to cancel, and that is when I was afraid that the "great rate" would turn against me. I thought they would probably find some lame excuse not to refund me, despite what was advertised on the site.
Well, no! No problem at all!

(It is still pretty sad to have to be happy that a brand keeps its promises, that should be the norm)

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Great prices

I've tried quite a few sites to rent a car, and in the end, this is where I found the best prices. No particular problems during the rental itself. I recommend it.

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Solid service

I have never had any bad surprises with the vehicles, the payments, or the security deposits. I have even been upgraded at no extra cost.

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