Updated September 29, 2026 ยท NomadCue Editorial Team
Omio vs SamBoat
Omio
Higher score in this comparison
SamBoat
Where Omio and SamBoat differ
| Compare | OmioReviewVisitVisit | SamBoatReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Flights, Rail, Bus, Ferry, Car rental, Transfers, Rail pass | Boat rental |
| Booking fees | Service fee + booking rate, non-refundable | Service fee excluded from refunds |
| Cancellation terms | Provider terms; >24h air, >72h ferry, >1h train/bus | Refund up to day before departure |
Same on both: Mobile app (Yes).
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Key differences
- Omio scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.7.
- Products: only Omio offers Flights, Rail, Bus.
- Products: only SamBoat offers Boat rental.
- Support channels: only Omio offers Chat.
- Founded is lower at Omio: 2013 vs 2014.
Our verdict on each
Omio
Omio suits travellers whose trip changes mode halfway, since the same search covers flights, rail and bus and the company behind it has traded since 2013. Fees sit on top of the booking rate and cancellations follow the provider's terms, so it appeals to people who value convenience in booking over the lowest total price.
SamBoat
SamBoat suits travelers who want a dedicated boat rental service with mobile app access for planning while traveling. Coverage stays focused on boat rental with Refund up to day before departure and support through email, phone and help centre for help by email and phone plus guidance in the help centre.
Score breakdown
| Area | Omio | SamBoat |
|---|---|---|
| Offer | 9.6Higher | 8.9Focused catalogue around boat rental keeps the booking path clear for boat trips. |
| Trust | 8.4Higher | 8.3Support access through email, phone and help centre plus company detail in LACANI SAS adds clarity. |
How they place
| Ranking | Omio | SamBoat |
|---|---|---|
| Flights, trains and car rental | 33 of 521 | 5 of 521 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Omio | SamBoat |
|---|---|---|
| Legal entity | Omio Corp. | LACANI SAS |
| Headquarters | Germany | France |
| Founded | 2013Lower | 2014 |
| Support channels | Chat, Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Pros and cons
Omio
Pros
- flights, rail and bus puts flights, rail, bus, ferry, car rental, transfers and rail passes in the same place, so a trip that changes mode can be arranged without moving between sites.
- Support runs on chat, email and phone, which gives a traveller several routes to a person when a booking goes wrong.
- There is a mobile app, so confirmations for a multi-leg trip stay to hand between planning and departure.
Cons
- Every booking carries Service fee + booking rate, non-refundable, and that fee is not returned, so a change of mind still leaves the charge in place.
- Refunds run on Provider terms; >24h air, >72h ferry, >1h train/bus, so the provider decides the outcome on each mode and no site-wide refund rule applies.
- Latam Travellers states 0 hidden fees, no contracts, so a traveller focused purely on cost weighs that fee position against Service fee + booking rate, non-refundable here.
SamBoat
Pros
- Dedicated focus on boat rental keeps the search clear for boat based plans, unlike Booking.com which spans stays and transport.
- Mobile app access is available, helping crews check details away from a desktop while SamBoat stays centered on boat rental.
- Terms state Refund up to day before departure, giving room to adjust plans near departure subject to stated terms.
Cons
- Catalogue covers boat rental only, so travelers bundling stays or transport may prefer Booking.com.
- Terms note Service fee excluded from refunds, which reduces the amount returned when plans change.
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre only, without live chat for urgent questions on the water.
Who each suits
Omio
Who it suits
- Travellers mixing modes, since flights, rail and bus covers flights, rail, bus, ferry, car rental, transfers and rail passes.
- Anyone planning away from a laptop, because a mobile app is available for tickets and confirmations.
- People who want a choice of support route, given chat, email and phone.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone unwilling to add a service fee to every booking, where Latam Travellers states 0 hidden fees, no contracts.
- Coach-only travellers, who can book straight with FlixBus, since it covers bus.
- Buyers after a car and transfers alone, since Hertz Bahamas WiFi lists car rental and transfers, a narrower range than flights, rail and bus.
SamBoat
Who it suits
- Groups planning a sailing trip who want a catalogue centered on boat rental with app access.
- Travelers who value email and phone help plus help centre reading through email, phone and help centre.
Who should look elsewhere
- Travelers who want hotels, flights and tours in the same checkout may prefer Booking.com because SamBoat lists boat rental.
- Travelers who want airline led packages with lounges and transfers may prefer Emirates because SamBoat lists boat rental.
Current offers
Omio
Current offer
Discount code
10% App New Customer Discount: 10%, up to 80 EUR
Code APPNEW10; app only; first-time customers; valid until 30 Nov 2026
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
10% New Customer Discount: 10%, up to 80 EUR
Code NEW10; first-time customers; valid until 30 Nov 2026
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
12% New Customer Discount in Japan: 12%, max 15 EUR
Code OMIOJP12; train, bus, ferries; domestic Japan; until 1 Jan 2027
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
12% New Customer Discount in Japan: 12%, max 15 EUR
Code TRAVELJP12; train, bus, ferries; domestic Japan; until 1 Jan 2027
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
25% new customer discount in Brazil: 25%, max 10 EUR
Code VEMDEOMIO25; bus tickets to Brazil; new customers; until 1 Jan 2027
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Omio | SamBoat |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| Brazil | Yes | No |
| Japan | Yes | No |
| New Zealand | Yes | No |
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Omio
What does it cost to book through Omio?+
Omio adds a service fee on top of the booking rate, and that fee is described as non-refundable, so the total is settled when the booking is made. For a multi-leg trip, Service fee + booking rate, non-refundable is the term to weigh before choosing the site, since it applies to every booking placed.
What happens if I need to cancel a booking?+
Cancellation follows the provider's own terms, and the notice required differs by mode of travel, with air, ferry and train or bus each working to their own window. Check Provider terms; >24h air, >72h ferry, >1h train/bus against the journey you are holding, because the provider's policy decides the outcome rather than any site wide rule.
SamBoat
What can travelers book through SamBoat+
SamBoat lists boat rental as its catalogue, so the focus stays on boat rental rather than stays or transport. Travelers who want flights, hotels or tours alongside the sailing may prefer Booking.com or Emirates. Mobile app access is available for managing plans on the move.
Does SamBoat offer a mobile app+
Yes, mobile app access is available for SamBoat, which helps with browsing and managing a rental away from a desktop. The catalogue remains centered on boat rental. Travelers who prefer app based planning for mixed trips may still compare Booking.com for wider coverage.