No. Normally when you search for a ride Uber looks for available cars around you and then matches you with one. With the scheduled pickup option, the Uber app does this same thing automatically, slightly before your scheduled pickup. It does not guarantee a pick up.
What happens when you reserve Uber?
What makes an Uber Reserve trip different to other trips? An Uber Reserve trip can be reserved and a driver assigned up to 7 days in advance. You will see the trip fare when deciding whether to confirm the Reservation, the fare is then locked and will not change.
What to do when Uber is late?
Customers who schedule a ride now get a 15-minute grace period to meet their ride. But if drivers are even a minute late, passengers get a credit in their Uber account that they can spend on future rides.
Does Uber reserve guarantee a ride?
How do I know if my reserved Uber ride is confirmed?
Your ride is confirmed once you receive your driver details. Uber Reserve is available in select cities. ³Wait time varies based on the vehicle option you select.
How does Uber reserve ride work for drivers?
Drivers can view Uber Reserve trip requests up to 7 days in advance and see the pickup location, dropoff location, and fare before confirming the trip request.
How far in advance should you order an Uber?
Request a ride up to 90 days in advance at any time of the day. Make sure to schedule a Reserve trip more than 90 minutes prior to your departure to access the full benefits of the trip. To schedule a Reserve trip, go to the Uber app on your mobile device and: Select Reserve on the home page in the app.