Clyde vs. Carvolution - What are the differences between the subscription providers?

The key difference: Vehicle selection

Both Clyde and Carvolution offer between 15 and 20 brands.

Clyde, as part of AMAG's new business unit "AMAG Energy & Mobility," focuses on promoting CO2-neutral individual mobility by offering only electric cars.

Carvolution also offers electric cars but goes further by including a wider range of combustion and hybrid models. These vehicles are always top-notch, equipped with the latest technologies, various assistance systems, and additional features—all at attractive prices. This way, you’re sure to find the car that suits your needs.

How flexible are the subscriptions offered by the different providers?

With Carvolution, you have the option to adjust your chosen mileage package individually if your usage changes. For fewer kilometers, you simply downgrade your subscription; for more kilometers than planned in a given month, you can upgrade again. Easy and flexible!

At Clyde, unused kilometers can also be carried over to the following months of the subscription term. According to Clyde, the mileage package can also be adjusted regularly.

What are the minimum terms?

With both providers, you can sign up for a car subscription starting from a minimum of 3 months and up to 4 years, depending on the model.

How old do I need to be to get a car subscription?

At Carvolution, you can get a car with an all-inclusive subscription from the age of 18, provided you have a valid driving licence and a residential address in Switzerland.

Clyde, on the other hand, only offers car subscriptions to customers aged 20 and above.

What is the contact experience with the providers?

As of today, Clyde does not offer an app. However, the subscription can be managed via the online cockpit "myClyde," where you can view your current kilometre package, among other details.

With Carvolution, you're well taken care of thanks to an easy-to-use and intuitive app. It provides access to your current kilometre package, mileage, nearby garages, essential contract details, instructions for handling damages, and much more at any time. Of course, we are also available by phone or email. And if you'd like, we warmly welcome you to visit our headquarters in Bannwil.

How are the subscriptions insured?

With Carvolution, you get flexible fully comprehensive insurance with an excess from CHF 250 to a maximum of CHF 1,000 per claim. You can also have your car insured for parking damage, where Carvolution covers the full amount of the claim up to twice per insurance year! The additional insurance for your car with an all-inclusive subscription is also practical. In addition to parking damage insurance, Carvolution also offers the option of legal expenses and gross negligence insurance.

All Clyde subscriptions come with fully comprehensive insurance. In the standard package, the excess per claim is CHF 1,500 and can be reduced to CHF 1,000 or CHF 500 on request and for an additional charge during the booking process. For an additional monthly surcharge, you can also choose the Insurance Plus option, which provides cover for glass and parking damage.

What benefits do I have?

For an easy and paperless management of your car subscription with Carvolution, the app is your best option. It allows you to flexibly adjust your kilometre package, view the latest updates, and much more. Additionally, Carvolution can remind you of important appointments, such as tyre changes.

The car subscription with Clyde can be managed online via a cockpit function in the browser.

Clyde offers the charge

charging card in its Basic tariff with an initial credit of CHF 20.-. However, charging must be paid for afterwards. With the paid Premium electricity option, customers can use the charging network free of charge. Those who charge at home receive a credit. According to customer feedback, this credit is 30 cents/kWh for home charging.

Carvolution gives you a charging or fuel card at no extra cost! With the evpass charging card, you benefit from a discount of 5 cents/kWh, and with the AVIA fuel card, you save 5 cents/litre.

Thanks to our partnership with myclimate, you can also offset the CO2 emissions of combustion cars and invest in sustainable projects. You can find more information here.

Made in Switzerland

Both subscription providers were founded in Switzerland. Clyde is a subsidiary of the wholesale group AMAG.

Carvolution, on the other hand, has remained an independent company to this day.

Conclusion: What should I consider?

Both subscription providers offer a flexible and simple alternative to buying or leasing. Before making a decision, you might want to ask yourself the following questions:

• What kind of car do I want to drive?

• How important is a diverse car portfolio to me?

• How important is my contact with the subscription provider?

• Do I want to manage my subscription clearly and intuitively?

• What is my budget?

If you’re looking for a provider offering a flexible kilometre package, customisable terms, and an attractive all-inclusive subscription with a best price guarantee compared to leasing, Carvolution is the right choice for you.

Feel free to explore our large selection of vehicles or get non-binding advice!