# ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)

> Cloud-based platform for managing EV charging stations and driver experience. (iPhone/iPad app by ChargeSmart EV.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargesmart-ev-csev/id6471994890 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ChargeSmart EV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716429401)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 180 App Store ratings · 48 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 61 MB
- Languages: British English, Danish, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, European Spanish, Swedish
- Released: 2023-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargesmart-ev-csev/id6471994890/reviews.md

## What is ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)?

ChargeSmart EV is the home of the most innovative, robust and feature-rich cloud-based software platform for managing electric vehicle charging stations, their interaction with utilities and the driver experience.

The ChargeSmart App uses location-based services to allow drivers to easily find, access, and securely pay for EV charging. Drivers can search for and locate elec-tric vehicle charging stations based on location, station ID, availability, power level provided, and accessibility.

Start charge sessions simply by scanning QR codes or entering the desired station ID in the app.

With the ChargeSmart electric vehicle charging app, you can also:


• Monitor your current charge sessions in real-time
• Get phone notifications as soon as your EV is finished charging
• Make secure payments
• Favorite locations that have easy access to your commonly used EV charging stations
• Receive an email receipt of your EV charging transactions
• View a history of past charging sessions
• Report drivers that abuse charging station use

## Key features

- Locate EV charging stations by location, ID, availability, and power
- Start charging sessions via QR code or station ID
- Monitor charging sessions in real-time
- Receive charging completion notifications
- Secure payments and transaction history
- Favorite charging station locations
- Report charging station abuse

## What do users think of ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast charging
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Works well
- 👍 Convenient location
- 👍 Reliable charging
- 👍 Quick and easy
- 👍 Seamless connection
- 👍 Great services
- 👍 Brand new chargers
- 👍 Good app experience

**Cons**

- 👎 Forced login/registration
- 👎 Inconvenient process
- 👎 Slow chargers
- 👎 Expensive charging
- 👎 Difficult to operate
- 👎 Not user-friendly
- 👎 Charges not working fully
- 👎 Charges at half speed
- 👎 High idle fees
- 👎 Pricey for level 1 charging
- 👎 Less power than advertised
- 👎 Costly for fast charge

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login/sign-up issues
- QR scanner inconsistent
- Chargers have issues charging fully
- Charger did not work but still charged user
- Station numbers not displayed

**Most requested features**

- Allow credit card tap to charge
- Make registration optional
- Add Level 3 charging option
- Make ending a charge session easier
- Add QR codes and Station ID labels
- Provide RF ID cards for easier swiping

## Recent user reviews (10 of 48)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargesmart-ev-csev/id6471994890/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2026-07-07, version 6.1.1*

Expensive and customer service is horrible won’t work half the time keeps failing

### 1/5 — It’s broken

*2026-06-16, version 6.1.1*

All of them in Binghamton area are broken look into it says forbidden when I try to charge

### 1/5 — How is this so bad

*2026-05-09, version 6.1.1*

It had one job, and it failed. How can software be this bad in the age of AI??

### 1/5 — Greedy

*2026-04-23, version 6.0.2*

Rate is literally double compared to Tesla Superchargers. The barcode scanner functionality doesn’t work. And you get not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, but 5, FIVE messages every time—3 text messages and 2 emails.

### 1/5 — 👎 App & Login Required

*2025-12-28, version 4.1.2*

Registration must be optional. Another app with forced login is another account to be hacked. 

Try doing all the process in freezing temperatures and see of you like it.

### 1/5 — Chargers great, apps not

*2025-09-19*

Just make it so we can tap a credit card and charge. Signing up, signing in, scanning the qr. never works right and the whole process is inconvenient. It should be as simple as tap a credit card and charge. Not one person will agree that downloading and signing up for another app isnt a hassle.

### 5/5 — @Hampton Inn

*2025-07-27, version 4.1.1*

Thanks for providing the Chargers my only complaint is people who don’t have Phevs or Evs are parking on the spot unpunished then you can hear then in the morning breakfast about how they are saving USA of electric cars customers.
For sure not the Hotel fault

### 1/5 — Slow charger and idle fees

*2025-07-27*

These are slow chargers located at a hotel. If I’m charging overnight I’m expected to unplug my car and move it in the early hours of the morning or be charged $3 / hour in an empty parking lot where I’m the only person using the charger.

### 5/5 — Quick and Easy

*2025-07-18*

Easy to do

### 5/5 — Fast and easy

*2025-06-14, version 4.0.2*

Very fast and easy

## Frequently asked questions about ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)

### What does ChargeSmart EV do?

ChargeSmart EV provides a cloud-based software platform for managing electric vehicle charging stations. The app allows drivers to find, access, and pay for EV charging, monitor sessions, and view transaction history.

### How do I find and use a charging station with this app?

You can search for charging stations based on location, station ID, availability, power level, and accessibility. To start a charge session, you can scan a QR code at the station or enter the station ID directly into the app.

### Is ChargeSmart EV free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to download and use. There are no mentions of subscription fees or in-app purchases for core functionalities.

### What information can I see about my charging sessions?

You can monitor your current charging sessions in real-time, receive phone notifications when your EV is finished charging, and view a history of all your past charging sessions. You will also receive email receipts for your transactions.

### Can I report issues with charging stations or other drivers?

Yes, the app allows you to report drivers who abuse charging station use. This helps maintain fair access and proper usage of the charging infrastructure for all EV drivers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.1.4 — 2026-08-20

Bug fixes and enhancements

### 6.1.1 — 2026-05-01

Bug fixes and enhancements.

### 6.0.2 — 2026-02-23

Fixes a recent crash issue

### 4.1.2 — 2025-07-29

Bug fixes and enhnacements

### 4.1.1 — 2025-06-30

Bug fixes and enhancements.

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