# EV Connect vs Charger Map for Tesla

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EV Connect at none against Charger Map for Tesla's 10. EV Connect also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 35%). Charger Map for Tesla's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Charger Map for Tesla sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. EV Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Charger Map for Tesla holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.8K and 12K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of EV Connect's written reviews are positive against 35% of Charger Map for Tesla's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

EV Connect ships an update every 2 months, Charger Map for Tesla every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | EV Connect | Charger Map for Tesla |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-connect/id1197712470/reviews) | **[4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charger-map-for-tesla/id1471481469/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6.8K | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | **60.3% of reviews** | 35.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#116** | #177 |
| Size | 61 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EV Connect, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/726500583) | [yohan teixeira](https://appshunter.io/developer/488660484) |

## What reviewers say

### EV Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-connect/id1197712470)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### Charger Map for Tesla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charger-map-for-tesla/id1471481469)

**Currently charting:** #177 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Easily locate nearby supercharger stations for your electric vehicle. Discover amenities at stations, plan routes for road trips, and find nearby destinations to enjoy while charging. The app provides real-time updates on station availability and services.

**Highlights:** Locate nearby supercharger stations, View station amenities (restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi), Detailed station information, Route planning for road trips, Send routes to Tesla GPS, Discover nearby destinations while charging, Constantly updated station list

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro mode | $49.99 | per year |
| Display charging locations | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Display charging locations UK | $4.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $5.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $7.99 | one-time |
| 显示目的地充电站位置 | $9.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro mode | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for finding superchargers
- 👍 Sorted list shows closest chargers first
- 👍 Provides charger details and directions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Missing or outdated charger locations
- 💰 Expensive subscription required for full features
- 🔍 Difficult to test app without paying
- 🤖 Intrusive pop-ups and nag screens
- 🤔 Unreliable or inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Charger locations not loading properly
- Inability to send charger info to Tesla
- Unauthorized credit card charges reported

**Requested features**

- Show distance between chargers
- Add route planning and trip optimization
- Include charger pricing information
- Allow user reviews of charging stations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EV Connect free?

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

### Is Charger Map for Tesla free?

Charger Map for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, EV Connect or Charger Map for Tesla?

Charger Map for Tesla is rated higher. EV Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Charger Map for Tesla averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.

### Do EV Connect or Charger Map for Tesla have ads?

Neither EV Connect nor Charger Map for Tesla shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EV Connect or Charger Map for Tesla?

EV Connect ships an update every 2 months, and Charger Map for Tesla every 5 weeks. Most recently, EV Connect was updated on October 29, 2026 and Charger Map for Tesla on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, EV Connect or Charger Map for Tesla?

EV Connect currently peaks at #116 in the App Store charts, and Charger Map for Tesla at #177. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*