The car subscription has established itself as a flexible and uncomplicated alternative to leasing and buying a car. Providers such as Carvolution and Astara MOVE offer comprehensive services that make many things easier. But how do the two offers differ? Here you can find out the most important differences and similarities between the two car subscription providers.
The business models
Both providers operate in the car subscription sector, but differ in their brand orientation and product design.
Carvolution is a Swiss company that focuses entirely on the domestic market. It offers a wide range of new and very new cars at transparent prices and allows customers to determine the duration and kilometre themselves.
Astara MOVE, on the other hand, is part of the Spanish Bergé Auto Group, which was previously active in Chile, Portugal and Spain. Its offer in Switzerland includes models from eight selected brands, but only with a maximum duration of 24 months and a fixed kilometres of 2,000 kilometres per month.
The most important difference
Flexibility and customisation
Carvolution allows you to flexibly adjust kilometre packages in the app on a monthly basis - upwards and downwards. This avoids additional payments at the end of the duration as well as unnecessary additional costs in the event of lower usage. Durations of 3 to 48 months make Carvolution versatile - ideal for both short and longer periods of use.
Astara MOVE, on the other hand, only offers a fixed duration of up to 24 months and a fixed kilometre package of 2,000 km per month. For frequent or infrequent drivers, this often means expensive additional payments or unused capacity, as additional kilometres are charged at CHF 0.45/km.
Provider brands and models
Both providers offer a large selection of models from different brands.
Carvolution focusses on a wide range of makes and models that meet the needs of many customers, including electric, hybrid and combustion cars.
Astara MOVE is limited to cars from eight specific brands that are exclusively in the Bergé Auto Group's portfolio.
Contract, durations, kilometres and more
Duration: Carvolution offers a flexible range from 3 to 48 months. Astara MOVE limits the duration to a maximum of 24 months.
Kilometres: Carvolution allows flexible kilometre packages that can be adjusted monthly (350-3,250 km/month). Astara MOVE offers a fixed 2,000 kilometres per month.
Insurance: Both providers offer fully comprehensive insurance. With Carvolution you can customise the excess (from CHF 250), while with Astara MOVE it is fixed at CHF 1,000. Astara MOVE also charges an excess of CHF 1,000 for drivers under the age of 25.
Carvolution has thousands of satisfied customers in Switzerland and has a strong presence on social media and in independent test reports. Astara MOVE is still new to the market and therefore has fewer testimonials and references. Carvolution also guarantees the best price: if you find a cheaper offer, Carvolution will match the price.Astara MOVE does not offer a price promise.
Additional services
Carvolution and Astara MOVE offer similar services, including replacement cars, home delivery and initial vignette. However, there are differences:
Transparency: Carvolution allows you to configure your car subscription without an account and simply request a quote by email. With Astara MOVE, a login is required to access the offer.
Partnerships: Carvolution offers discounts through partnerships with AVIA (fuel card with 5 cents/litre discount) and evpass (free first year and 5 cents/kWh discount). Astara MOVE recommends Swisscharge, but does not offer any specific discounts.
Costs for home delivery: Carvolution charges CHF 195, Astara MOVE CHF 0 for delivery.
What suits your needs better?
If you're looking for maximum flexibility - both in terms of mileage and duration - Carvolution is the right choice for you. Thanks to the best price guarantee and customisation options in the app, the car subscription is always tailored to your individual needs.
If a fixed offer with a 24-month duration and 2,000 km/month is enough for you, Astara MOVE could be an option. However, Carvolution is often the better choice for drivers with different duration or mileage requirements.
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