Rapido’s big food delivery bet: Can 4-million fleet and cheaper commissions challenge Swiggy, Zomato?
- Posted on June 10, 2025
- By Financial Express
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Rapido’s big food delivery bet: Can 4-million fleet and cheaper commissions challenge Swiggy, Zomato?

With a lower commission model and no platform fees, Rapido aims to attract restaurants and customers. However, scalability and competition pose major challenges. Despite low capital costs and past ONDC experience, Rapido faces cash burn risks and operational hurdles, especially with delivery speed expectations. Its success depends on execution and balancing dual business priorities.