ChargedUp vs Joos
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.
Joos
Never worry about a dead phone again. This app helps you find nearby charging stations to power up your device on the go. Simply scan a QR code, charge, and return the device at your convenience.
- Find nearby charging stations
- Scan QR code to rent
- Charge on the move
- Flexible return options
- Discover promotions
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Joos Power provides the ultimate solution to your phone running out of battery whilst you’re on the move. The service is simple; find your nearest station, scan the QR code, charge on the move, and return at a time and place convenient for you – all through our easy-to-use app. Download today and never worry about a dead phone ruining your day again & discover all sorts of promotions and added extras
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Joos at every 3 weeks against ChargedUp's every 2 months. Joos also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). ChargedUp's advantage is ratings volume (121 vs 26). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ChargedUp against 4.5 for Joos. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 121 and 26 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 46% of ChargedUp's written reviews are positive against 53% of Joos's.
ChargedUp ships an update every 2 months, Joos every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ChargedUp | Joos |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (121 ratings) — better | 4.5 (26 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | 52.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 121 — better | 26 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Innovate Energy Solutions Ltd | Silcs Solutions Ltd |
Customer experience
ChargedUp
Joos
User reviews
ChargedUp
From 121 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💡 Innovative rental concept solves emergency charging needs
- 👍 Easy and intuitive app interface
- 🚀 Quick charging speeds
- 💰 Affordable pricing (£1-3 per hour)
- 🌍 Convenient locations in bars and public venues
Room to improve
- 🐛 App crashes during registration and login
- 💳 Unexpected charges and overcharging issues
- 🗺️ Inaccurate location mapping and outdated station information
- ❌ Non-functional power banks and faulty equipment
- 🚫 Machines reject returns despite showing availability
Joos
From 26 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Convenient in emergencies
- 👍 Helpful in hospitals
- 👍 Good idea
- 👍 Saves the day
Room to improve
- 💰 Overpriced
- 🔋 Slow charging speed
- 🔋 Does not charge phone
- 💰 Charged for non-returned item
- 💰 Excessive charges
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
Joos
Reported bugs
14 issues- Charger lead faulty
- Return didn't work properly
- First battery did not charge
- Power bank did not charge phone
- Machine took money but didn't work
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- Chargers not working
- Charged as if not returned
- Power bank ran out of charge quickly
- Power bank didn't charge phone
- No charge in the power bank
- Charger cable needs to be pushed
- App requires internet and battery to sign up
- Map not accurate for station locations
- Charging ports everywhere now
Requested features
7 requests- Improve charging speed
- Offer better value for money
- Provide an exchange option for faulty cables
- Make pricing clearer in the app
- Support fast charging
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- Make charging stations more available
- Invest in better quality power banks
In-app purchases
ChargedUp
No in-app purchases
Joos
No in-app purchases
