ChargedUp vs MOBBI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ChargedUp
This app provides on-demand portable power bank rentals across Europe. Find convenient rental stations in cafes, bars, and transit hubs to charge your device on the go. Rent, charge, and return easily at any station in the network.
- Find nearby stations with live availability
- Rent portable power banks
- Charge devices instantly
- Return power banks to any station
- Multiple device cables included
- Fast, reliable charging on the go
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ChargedUp - Your On-Demand Power Bank Network Discover the future of mobile charging. ChargedUp is Europe's leading portable power bank rental network, available at hundreds of locations across the continent. WHAT IS CHARGEDUP? Tired of your phone dying when you need it most? ChargedUp offers premium portable power banks available for instant rental at convenient stations located in cafes, bars, shops, transit hubs, and other popular venues. Rent one when you need it, return it anywhere when you're done. HOW DOES IT WORK? 1. Open the ChargedUp app to find your nearest station 2. Tap your card and rent a battery 3. Charge your device instantly with the included high-speed cables 4. Return the power bank to any station on our growing network PREMIUM FEATURES • Find nearby stations with live availability in real-time • Multiple device cables included with every rental • Fast, reliable charging on the go • Flexible rental periods tailored to your needs • Smart spending controls to manage your budget WHERE CAN I RENT? ChargedUp stations are strategically located at: • Coffee shops and cafes • Bars and restaurants • Retail stores and shopping centers • Transport hubs and stations • Hotels and hospitality venues • And many more locations We're constantly expanding our network and always looking for new partnership opportunities. SIMPLE PRICING • Transparent pay-as-you-go rates • Daily spending caps for peace of mind • No hidden fees or long-term contracts • Easy session returns through the app SUPPORT & FEEDBACK Questions? Contact us directly through the app or visit www.chargedup.green Download ChargedUp today and never worry about battery life again.
MOBBI
This service offers a convenient solution for on-the-go device charging. Users can easily locate nearby stations, rent portable power banks, and return them to any available slot. Enjoy uninterrupted device usage with fast charging technology.
- Find nearest rental stations
- Smart and safe wallet for top-ups
- QR code scanning for rental
- Fast charging technology
- Portable power bank rental
- Return to any available slot
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Mobbi is the first Powerbank Rental Service designed to fit the modern lifestyle in a demanding and dynamic world. Mobbi is the only powerbank sharing with the innovative Fastcharge technology that allows you to recharge any type of device in a few minutes with total freedom of movement. How it works: * Get the app and find the nearest Mobbi Station; click on a Mobbi icon to get directions to reach it. * Top up your account with a simple click. Mobbi Wallet is smart and safe. * Scan the QR Code located on the Mobbi station. * Grab the Mobbi Powerbank from the slot. * Shake the Mobbi Powerbank to turn it on, take it with you and enjoy it wherever you want. * When ready, check the nearest Mobbi Station. * Return the Mobbi Powerbank by simply placing it back in any available slot of the Mobbi Station. ... WELCOME TO THE FUTURE For more information visit www.mobbi.it/en/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MOBBI at 83% against ChargedUp's 46%. MOBBI also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). ChargedUp's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (121 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MOBBI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChargedUp has 121 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of ChargedUp's written reviews are positive against 83% of MOBBI's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ChargedUp | MOBBI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (121 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 121 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 129 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Innovate Energy Solutions Ltd | Mobbi S.r.l.s. |
Customer experience
ChargedUp
MOBBI
Bugs and requests
ChargedUp
Reported bugs
15 issues- Login screen shows 'hmm log in' error with no login option
- App crashes after entering phone number for verification
- Phone number validation rejects valid UK and international numbers
- QR code scanner fails to function properly
- Payment processing errors with ApplePay and card payments
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- Server errors during transaction attempts
- App window won't close after sending support emails
- Machines offline or unresponsive at stations
- Machines reject power banks despite showing available slots
- Charging continues after power bank is returned
- Faulty power banks that don't charge or charge minimally
- Incorrect time tracking showing extended rental periods
- App shows stations as available when they are not
- Different sized battery packs incompatible with some machines
- Duplicate charges being applied to accounts
Requested features
12 requests- Update map with real-time accurate station locations
- Add email-based authentication instead of SMS only
- Implement notifications before hourly charges occur
- Display clear pricing information at all stations
- Add standardized battery pack sizes across all locations
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- Create public listing of all station locations
- Implement automatic charging stop when returned
- Add dark mode option
- Improve app performance and stability
- Expand to non-bar locations (cafes, restaurants, airports)
- Add support for international phone numbers
- Provide better visibility on battery pack compatibility
MOBBI
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ChargedUp
No in-app purchases
MOBBI
No in-app purchases
