# EV Connect vs Autel Charge

The clearest difference is monetization model: EV Connect at free against Autel Charge's free with in-app purchases. EV Connect also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 46%) and ratings volume (6.8K vs 1.3K). Autel Charge's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

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

Autel Charge holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EV Connect has 6.8K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of EV Connect's written reviews are positive against 46% of Autel Charge'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, Autel Charge every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EV Connect | Autel Charge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-connect/id1197712470/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autel-charge/id1578454464/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 1.3K |
| Positive reviews | **60.5% of reviews** | 45.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#89** | #161 |
| Size | 61 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EV Connect, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/726500583) | [Autel Digital Power Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566849224) |

## What reviewers say

### EV Connect

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

**Currently charting:** #89 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


### Autel Charge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autel-charge/id1578454464)

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Manage your electric vehicle charging experience, whether at home or on the go. Monitor charging sessions, track energy costs, and optimize charging schedules. Find and use public charging stations with ease, including real-time availability and navigation.

**Highlights:** Home charger setup and configuration, Schedule off-peak charging, Real-time charging statistics, Public charger availability map, Filter public chargers by connector/power, Navigate to charging stations, Home charger sharing for revenue

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Stable connection
- 🔒 Secure app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Provides useful information
- 👍 Customizable charging settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unstable WiFi connection
- 🐛 Charging history not working
- 🐛 App issues after updates
- 🐛 Firmware update problems
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience

**Reported bugs**

- Charger firmware update issues
- Charging session not stopping properly
- Incorrect currency display
- WiFi password length restriction
- Login and account creation problems

**Requested features**

- Ability to set charge percentage limits
- More customizable charging schedules
- Support for multiple users/accounts
- Integration with digital wallets
- Improved reporting and analytics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EV Connect free?

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

### Is Autel Charge free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EV Connect or Autel Charge?

Autel Charge is rated higher. EV Connect averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Autel Charge averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do EV Connect or Autel Charge have ads?

Neither EV Connect nor Autel Charge shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EV Connect or Autel Charge?

EV Connect ships an update every 2 months, and Autel Charge every 2 weeks. Most recently, EV Connect was updated on September 24, 2026 and Autel Charge on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, EV Connect or Autel Charge?

EV Connect currently peaks at #89 in the App Store charts, and Autel Charge at #161. 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.*