# WattsUp vs Autel Charge

The clearest difference is rating: Autel Charge at 4.8 against WattsUp's 2.0. Autel Charge also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Autel Charge has 1.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 46% and 46% positive.

WattsUp ships an update every 6 weeks, Autel Charge every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WattsUp | Autel Charge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wattsup/id1396993858/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/autel-charge/id1578454464/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.6% of reviews | **45.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#177** |
| Size | 16 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sanctus Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1113597031) | [Autel Digital Power Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566849224) |

## What reviewers say

### WattsUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wattsup/id1396993858)

This app helps electric vehicle drivers plan routes and find charging stations. It displays comprehensive, up-to-date information on rapid chargers, including their live operational status and alternatives. Users can filter results and receive notifications about charger availability.

**Highlights:** EV route planning, Rapid charger locations, Live charger status, Alternative charger suggestions, Route distance calculation, Customizable filters

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for planning charging stops
- 💡 Shows chargers ahead on route
- 💡 Live charger status data
- 👍 Easy to spot icons with supplier logos
- 👍 Good price filter feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes/hangs
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 CarPlay issues (freezing, unresponsive)
- 🐛 Car not listed in database
- 🐛 Address not known/poor mapping

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and refuses to work in CarPlay
- App hangs while searching
- App crashes when trying to update database
- App crashes when trying to select charge points
- App won't open after latest update

**Requested features**

- Add more cars to database
- Improve CarPlay usability and features
- Allow search for specific number of chargers
- Add multipoint routes into Apple Maps
- Add 'saved journey' setting


### Autel Charge

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

**Currently charting:** #177 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 WattsUp free?

WattsUp 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, WattsUp or Autel Charge?

Autel Charge is rated higher. WattsUp averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Autel Charge averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do WattsUp or Autel Charge have ads?

Neither WattsUp nor Autel Charge shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WattsUp or Autel Charge?

WattsUp ships an update every 6 weeks, and Autel Charge every 2 weeks. Most recently, WattsUp was updated on October 24, 2026 and Autel Charge on October 24, 2026.

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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.*