Passport Parking

Passport Labs Inc.

4.5/5

Parking & Navigation

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Modern interface, lower fees, better service. Available in 800+ cities with many zero-fee locations.

Review

Updated Jan 2026

4.5

Passport Parking has emerged as the premium alternative to ParkMobile, operating in 800+ cities across the US as of January 2026. What distinguishes Passport is its focus on municipal partnerships - many cities that contracted with Passport offer lower or zero convenience fees as part of their agreements. The app features a cleaner, more modern interface than ParkMobile with better zone discovery through integrated maps. In cities like Charlotte, Cincinnati, and Nashville, Passport is often the only option or charges significantly less than competitors. The company has also pioneered innovative features like EV charging station payment integration and permit parking management. However, coverage remains limited compared to ParkMobile's 3,500+ cities. The app works brilliantly in supported markets but becomes useless outside them, forcing users to maintain multiple parking apps.

Rating

Overall

Parking & Navigation

Features

•Available in 800+ cities nationwide

•Zero fees in many partner cities

•Modern, intuitive interface

•Integrated map for zone discovery

More Features

•EV charging station payments

•Permit parking management

•Remote parking extensions

•Multiple payment methods

Pros

+Superior UI compared to ParkMobile
+Lower or zero fees in many cities
+Excellent customer service
+Better zone finding experience
+Municipal partnerships

Cons

−Limited to 800 cities only
−Not available in many major markets
−No subscription to waive fees

Pricing

freemium

Passport Parking pricing varies dramatically by city based on municipal contracts. In some partner cities like Cincinnati and Boise, convenience fees are $0 - the municipality covers all transaction costs. In others, fees range from $0.25-$0.45, typically lower than ParkMobile. Charlotte, one of Passport's largest markets, charges $0.35 per transaction. The app accepts credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Unlike ParkMobile, Passport doesn't offer a fee-waiving subscription - you pay per transaction or benefit from zero-fee city contracts. For users in Passport's zero-fee cities, it's unbeatable value. For those paying fees, it's competitive with ParkMobile but not significantly cheaper. The key is knowing which cities have favorable Passport contracts.

VS Competitors

ParkMobile

PayByPhone

City-specific apps

+ Advantages

+Zero convenience fees in many partner cities as of 2026

+Modern, intuitive UI superior to ParkMobile

+Better zone discovery with integrated mapping

+EV charging station payment integration

+Permit parking management for residents

+Generally lower fees than ParkMobile where both operate

+Excellent customer service response times (24-48 hours)

+Strong municipal partnerships in 800+ cities

− Weaknesses

−Limited coverage - only 800 cities vs ParkMobile's 3,500+

−Completely unusable outside supported markets

−No subscription option to waive fees

−Smaller airport parking network

−Less name recognition leads to fewer accepted locations

−Requires checking city-by-city fee structures

−Missing in major markets like NYC and LA

−Cannot handle event parking at most venues

Verdict

Passport Parking is the superior choice in markets where it operates, especially in zero-fee partner cities. The modern interface, better customer service, and municipal partnerships make it more pleasant to use than ParkMobile. However, the limited 800-city coverage means it can't be your only parking app. Smart strategy: Check if your home city and frequent destinations support Passport. If they do, make it your primary parking app and enjoy the savings. Keep ParkMobile as backup for travel and unsupported locations. For users in Passport strongholds like Charlotte, Cincinnati, or Nashville, it's the obvious choice. For frequent travelers who park across many cities, ParkMobile's broader coverage remains more practical despite higher fees.

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