In China, smartphone apps are an essential part of daily living. From finding the best place for a delicious, affordable business lunch to coordinating a chic shopping trip with your friends, there's always an app to make your life better. They can even smooth the way for travellers, helping you navigate through language and cultural differences with ease.
Here are 10 apps to help you enjoy China to the fullest!
WeChat
Want to keep in touch with friends and family? WeChat is one of the world's most popular mobile messaging and social networking platforms – and the unanimous choice in China!
Baidu Maps
With the Baidu Map app on your phone, you'll never get lost in China. It provides more accurate and detailed maps, information, and route planning in China than Google Maps!
Metro China Subway
Need help finding the fastest route or the right station to change trains in any of China's complex metro systems? Metro Man is here to make commuting easy and worry-free.
Mobike
Travelling the city on two wheels is not only fun and fast, it's also more eco-friendly! Mobike, a bike-sharing platform that lets you drop off and pick up a bike anywhere, makes it easy and convenient to go green.
Didi Chuxing
Traffic conditions and language barriers can make hailing a taxi in China daunting. With Didi Chuxing, Uber's ride-hailing business partner in China, finding and paying for a ride is simple, efficient, and hassle-free.
Dianping
Can't make up your mind about where to go for dinner or drinks? Dianping has the answer! Its many reviews and recommendations will help you narrow down the perfect place to suit any taste.
Meituan
Are you tuned in to the newest deals of the day? Stay abreast of exciting new opportunities for local services, dining, and entertainment with Meituan, China's leading group-buying platform with over 200 million users.
SF Express
SF Express is China's first choice for domestic and international express delivery. As one of the leading couriers in the country, its fleet of 31 cargo aircraft will deliver your parcels fast and on-time.