# ParkByApp vs FPL EVolution

The clearest difference is rating: FPL EVolution at 4.5 against ParkByApp's 3.2. FPL EVolution also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (27% vs 10%). ParkByApp's advantage is chart position (#206 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

FPL EVolution holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FPL EVolution has 4.6K ratings behind it against 272, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of ParkByApp's written reviews are positive against 27% of FPL EVolution's.

ParkByApp ships an update every 9 months, FPL EVolution every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ParkByApp | FPL EVolution |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (272 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkbyapp/id1104440562/reviews) | **[4.5 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fpl-evolution/id1503383434/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 272 | **4.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 10.2% of reviews | **26.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#206** | — |
| Size | 109 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Park By App, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1474144648) | [NextEra Energy, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1161427573) |

## What reviewers say

### ParkByApp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkbyapp/id1104440562)

**Currently charting:** #206 Top Free · Travel (US App Store)

Easily pay for and manage your parking sessions directly from your smartphone. Avoid the hassle of meters and receive notifications before your session expires. Extend your parking time remotely to accommodate changing plans.

**Highlights:** Pay for parking on the go, Extend parking sessions remotely, Receive parking session expiry alerts, View future parking rates, Manage parking history, Receive email receipts

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick and convenient payment process
- ⏰ Ability to extend parking remotely from phone
- 📱 Easy-to-use interface with simple instructions
- 🔔 Parking expiration notifications
- 📊 Parking history tracking available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently and is unstable
- ❌ Network errors prevent payment processing
- 💳 Credit card registration fails repeatedly
- 🚫 Limited parking time increment options (forced 2+ hour minimums)
- 💰 Significantly overpriced compared to competitors and kiosks

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch and during use
- Network error messages blocking payment attempts
- Credit card information not saved correctly or shows wrong number
- PIN entry causes app to close automatically
- Zone selection screen unresponsive on iOS devices

**Requested features**

- Apple Pay and digital wallet integration
- Apple Watch app support
- Hourly parking rate options instead of fixed increments
- Search feature for parking zones
- Better zone code visibility and accessibility


### FPL EVolution

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fpl-evolution/id1503383434)

Locate and navigate to electric vehicle charging stations, view station details like port availability and cost, and initiate charging sessions. Track your charging history, including miles added and expenses.

**Highlights:** Locate nearby charging stations, Navigate to selected stations, View charging station details, Start charging sessions, Receive charging notifications, Track charging history and trends

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast charging speed
- 💰 Affordable pricing
- 🌳 Environmentally friendly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Unreliable chargers
- 💰 Expensive rates
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🔍 Inaccurate app information

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during charging
- Charger disconnections
- Payment processing errors

**Requested features**

- Ability to modify WiFi settings
- More detailed charging session data
- Improved app navigation and UI
- Membership/subscription options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ParkByApp free?

ParkByApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FPL EVolution free?

FPL EVolution is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ParkByApp or FPL EVolution?

FPL EVolution is rated higher. ParkByApp averages 3.2 out of 5 from 272 ratings, while FPL EVolution averages 4.5 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do ParkByApp or FPL EVolution have ads?

Neither ParkByApp nor FPL EVolution shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ParkByApp or FPL EVolution?

ParkByApp ships an update every 9 months, and FPL EVolution every 2 weeks. Most recently, ParkByApp was updated on October 12, 2026 and FPL EVolution on October 13, 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.*