Israeli Programmer Launches Free App to Simplify Parking Costs

A new free mobile application called CheaPark has been developed by 27-year-old Israeli programmer Ido Beeri to help drivers navigate complex parking fees and find affordable parking. The app addresses the common frustrations of confusing tariffs, hidden conditions, and the time-consuming search for parking in Israeli cities, particularly Tel Aviv.

Beeri was inspired to create the app after his girlfriend, Liay, frequently encountered high parking costs and complicated pricing structures. He noticed that the necessary data was publicly available and, using Claude Code, developed CheaPark in a few weeks. Initially tested by Liay and then shared with friends, the app gained significant attention after Beeri posted about it on LinkedIn, leading to thousands of views and over 1200 downloads.

CheaPark functions similarly to flight comparison websites. Users input their destination, desired walking distance, arrival time, parking duration, and any applicable discounts (such as for residents or students). The app then presents a list of available parking options, detailing the exact cost, distance, and availability of spots. Its primary goal is to prevent unexpected charges, such as a parking session costing 90 shekels instead of the anticipated 20-30 shekels due to hidden fees.

Currently, CheaPark is among the top 10 navigation apps in the Israeli App Store, though it is only available for Apple devices. Beeri plans to release an Android version soon. Despite its popularity, he intends to keep the app free, without ads or subscriptions, and is developing it in his spare time. The service has expanded beyond Tel Aviv to include Jerusalem, Herzliya, and Haifa, with plans to add international locations and support for English and French interfaces in the future.