# ShiftLock vs EV Rescue

The clearest difference is price: EV Rescue at Free against ShiftLock's $6.99. EV Rescue also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). ShiftLock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#34 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

EV Rescue is free to download; ShiftLock costs $6.99 up front. EV Rescue sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per month. ShiftLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.3 for ShiftLock against 3.4 for EV Rescue. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 28 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of ShiftLock's written reviews are positive against 48% of EV Rescue's.

ShiftLock ships an update every 5 months, EV Rescue every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ShiftLock | EV Rescue |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.3 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftlock/id1080928307/reviews) | **[3.4 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-rescue-electric-vehicles/id1597043306/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **42** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | 35.1% of reviews | **47.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#34** | — |
| Size | 55 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Mark Knowles](https://appshunter.io/developer/1080928306) | [Electric Vehicle Rescue Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597043308) |

## What reviewers say

### ShiftLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftlock/id1080928307)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

Access a vast database of vehicle electronic shift information for models from 1985 to the present. Quickly find solutions to avoid towing, reduce vehicle damage, and save time roadside. Content is updated regularly for accuracy.

**Highlights:** Extensive vehicle model database, USA, European, and foreign models, 1985 to current electronic shifts, Reduce towing and vehicle damage, Save release information offline, Fast learning curve

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### EV Rescue

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-rescue-electric-vehicles/id1597043306)

This app provides critical safety information for electric vehicle emergencies. It details the location of batteries, high-voltage components, and lifting points to assist responders in safely approaching and working on EVs. Search for specific vehicle models and charging stations.

**Highlights:** Battery locations (1st, 2nd, 3rd), Lifting and stabilization points, High voltage cable and disconnect locations, High voltage fuel cell location, Jacking point identification, Searchable vehicle and charging station database

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.79 | per month |
| Premium | $4.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ShiftLock free?

ShiftLock costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is EV Rescue free?

EV Rescue is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ShiftLock or EV Rescue?

EV Rescue is rated higher. ShiftLock averages 3.3 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while EV Rescue averages 3.4 from 28 ratings.

### Do ShiftLock or EV Rescue have ads?

ShiftLock shows ads; EV Rescue does not.

### Which is updated more often, ShiftLock or EV Rescue?

ShiftLock ships an update every 5 months, and EV Rescue every 3 weeks. Most recently, ShiftLock was updated on October 29, 2026 and EV Rescue on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*