Comparison

EV Connect vs Electrify America

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

EV Connect

Locate, access, and pay for electric vehicle charging stations. Monitor charging sessions in real-time, receive notifications when charging is complete, and manage payments securely. Favorite frequently used stations and review past charging history.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations by location, ID, availability, power, and accessibility
  • Start charge sessions via QR code or station ID
  • Monitor charging sessions in real-time
  • Receive charging completion notifications
  • Secure payment processing
  • Favorite charging locations
  • View charging history and receipts
Features
Currently charting
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EV Connect 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 EV Connect App uses location-based services to allow drivers to easily find, access, and securely pay for EV charging. Drivers can search for and locate electric 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 EV Connect 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

About

Electrify America

Locate and manage electric vehicle charging sessions with access to a vast network of hyper-fast chargers. Find stations, start and stop charging, track your progress, and receive notifications. Compatible with CarPlay and supports various EV models.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations
  • Get directions
  • Manage charging sessions
  • Real-time charger availability
  • Contact-free payment
  • Track charging status
  • View charging history
Features
Currently charting
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Your companion for easy charging on the go! The Electrify America app makes electric vehicle (EV) charging simple with access to the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the U.S. Use it to find nearby charging stations, manage your charging sessions, and more — all right from your phone. Compatible with CarPlay. Public Charging Charge in as little as 30 minutes with Electrify America’s Hyper-Fast chargers. The Electrify America app helps you locate stations, start charging, and keep track of your sessions. Key Features in the App: - Find an Electrify America charging station - Get directions to the nearest station - Become an Electrify America Pass or Pass+ member to access member benefits - Take advantage of charging benefits With a Free Electrify America Pass Membership, You Can: - See real-time charger availability and get notified when a charger opens up - Pay contact-free through the app - Favorite your go-to charging stations for easy access - Start and stop charging right from your phone - Track your charging status while you shop or dine nearby - Get notified when your EV reaches your desired state of charge - View your charging history and get receipts emailed directly to you Upgrade to Pass+ for only $7 per month and save about 25% on charging while still enjoying all the benefits listed above. Electrify America’s powerful DC fast charging stations support all CCS (SAE Combo) and CHAdeMO-compatible EVs. You can also use the app to find Electrify America’s Level 2 chargers (with J1772 connectors). Electrify America supports 14+ major automakers and is compatible with most EVs on the road today, including popular models like Volkswagen ID.4, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and BMW i4. Plug&Charge: Electrify America offers Plug&Charge at all our DC fast chargers for a seamless charging experience. Simply plug in, and the charger communicates with your EV to handle the rest. Plug&Charge is only available for capable EVs. To find out if your EV is Plug&Charge capable, please contact your vehicle's manufacturer, look at your vehicle's owner's manual for more information, or visit our Plug&Charge page here: https://www.electrifyamerica.com/plug-and-charge/ Happy charging!

Screenshots

EV Connect4 screens
Electrify America4 screens

Verdict

The call

EV Connect and Electrify America both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 60% of EV Connect's written reviews are positive against 10% of Electrify America's. EV Connect also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). Electrify America's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (27K vs 6.8K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for EV Connect against 4.6 for Electrify America. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.8K and 27K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of EV Connect's written reviews are positive against 10% of Electrify America's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EV Connect ships an update every 2 months, Electrify America monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
EV Connect versus Electrify America: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEV ConnectElectrify America
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6.8K ratings)4.6 (27K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.5% of reviews — better9.6% of reviews
Number of ratings6.8K27K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#120#48 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEV Connect, Inc.Electrify America LLC

Customer experience

EV Connect

All ratings6,767 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral3.0%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews382 reviews
Positive60.5%
Neutral8.1%
Negative31.4%

Electrify America

All ratings26,921 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews457 reviews
Positive9.6%
Neutral9.4%
Negative81.0%

User reviews

EV Connect

From 6.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast charging
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient locations
  • 👍 Reliable charging
  • 👍 Affordable pricing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable chargers
  • 🐛 Buggy app
  • 💰 Expensive charging
  • ⏱️ Slow charging speeds
  • 🔍 Poor customer support

Electrify America

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy and fast charging
  • 👍 Reliable charging network
  • 🤝 Good customer service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent charger issues and outages
  • 🤯 Unreliable app and buggy functionality
  • 💰 Expensive charging rates
  • 🇨🇦 Not accessible for Canadian users

Bugs and requests

EV Connect

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Chargers not working as expected
  • Inconsistent charging speeds
  • Billing issues and unexpected charges
  • Connectivity problems between app and chargers

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved app stability
  • More charging stations
  • Ability to check charging status remotely
  • Easier payment options
  • Better signage and instructions at charging stations

Electrify America

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Inability to update payment info
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Charging session issues and errors

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved app stability and reliability
  • Better integration with navigation apps
  • Charging status and history tracking
  • Privacy mode for charging details

In-app purchases

None

EV Connect

No in-app purchases

None

Electrify America

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EV Connect free?
EV Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Electrify America free?
Electrify America is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, EV Connect or Electrify America?
Electrify America is rated higher. EV Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Electrify America averages 4.6 from 27K ratings.
Do EV Connect or Electrify America have ads?
Neither EV Connect nor Electrify America shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EV Connect or Electrify America?
EV Connect ships an update every 2 months, and Electrify America monthly. Most recently, EV Connect was updated on September 24, 2026 and Electrify America on September 24, 2026.
Which is more popular, EV Connect or Electrify America?
EV Connect currently peaks at #120 in the App Store charts, and Electrify America at #48. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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