Comparison

Chargeway vs Buzze

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Chargeway

This app helps electric vehicle owners find charging stations and plan trips. It displays real-time charger availability, estimates charging times, and offers route planning with multiple stops. Customize your experience by adding your EV and preferred charging networks.

Highlights
  • Plug-specific color-coded station map
  • Real-time charger availability
  • Charge time estimation
  • EV trip planner with multiple stops
  • Vehicle customization for charging
  • Station reviews and photos
  • One-click directions to stations
Features
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Download Chargeway, the most user friendly EV charging station locator and trip planner! Chargeway makes EV charging easy for everyone. Simply choose any electric vehicle (EV) and Chargeway customizes your EV charging experience making it easy to see where you can charge, where you can go, and how long charging will take. Chargeway has a unique and simple way to navigate charging options using colors for plug types and numbers for power levels. Red stations are for Tesla/NACS plugs, green stations are for J1772/CSS plugs, and blue stations are for CHAdeMO plugs. Numbers at each station pin and for each vehicle show the max power level for each can charge. Levels 1 and 2 are for AC charging and levels 3 through 7 are for DC fast charging. Designed with drivers in mind Chargeway simplifies the EV charging experience for every driver, everywhere. Chargeway’s station map covers all of North America including networks such as Tesla, Electrify America, EVgo, Shell Recharge, Blink, EVConnect, Chargepoint, Flo, Volta, Rivian, 7Charge, Circle K, EVCS, Ivy, OpConnect, Petro Canada, and many more. Chargeway features include: Station Map: - Plug specific color-coding so you know which stations match your car (Green, Blue or Red) - Power levels 1 through 7 show your vehicle and stations max charging speed - Charge time estimation for every station and charger based on your vehicles battery level - Real-time availability for chargers (Available, in use and offline status) - Automatic station location map filtering for the vehicles you choose - Easy to adjust filters for station power levels and networks you want to use - View and add reviews and photos at stations you visit - Report problems directly to network customer service teams - See shops and restaurants near a station that you can enjoy while you charge - One-click directions to help you get to any station location EV Trip Planner: - Chargeway plots the fastest route and charging station locations for your trip - Set the outside temperature and your desired speed for accurate planning - Add multiple stops between your starting point and destination for custom routes - Charging times for every stop are estimated to help you plan your trip - Select "All Stations" on planned trips to view every charging option along your route - If a certain route doesn’t have enough stations Chargeway will let you know so you can choose another route Vehicle Info: - Select your EVs color and choose a name to customize your experience - Adjust your EVs battery level and desired charge limit to estimate charging times at every station - Plug type and battery specifications for every vehicle - Add multiple vehicles to your account at any time Chargeway works for every EV on the road in North America including Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X; Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Ford F-150 Lightning, Chevrolet Bolt, VW ID.4, Nissan LEAF, BMW i4, BMW iX, Audi e-tron vehicles, Porsche Taycan, Rivian R1T, Rivian R1S, Polestar, and many more EVs available today. No matter where you live or your lifestyle Chargeway helps you enjoy EV charging for both every day driving as well as EV road trips. Download Chargeway to discover the simplified EV charging experience! --- Chargeway Plus • Live public charging pricing right on the map! • Pricing available for over 70,000 public stations • See the total cost to charge your EV at a station • Easy to see daily station rates help you save on charging • Coming Soon: Saved Trips & more! --- Terms of Service: https://www.chargeway.net/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.chargeway.net/privacy-policy/

About

Buzze

This app provides convenient and affordable electric vehicle charging for renters in apartment or condo communities. It allows users to find and book nearby charging stations within their property, schedule charges, and enjoy lower rates compared to public stations.

Highlights
  • Home EV charging for renters
  • Affordable charging rates
  • Smart charge scheduling
  • Community-powered charging network
  • Easy setup for property owners
  • Revenue opportunities for properties
Features
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Buzze - EV Charging for Residents Buzze is the ultimate EV charging solution for residents, bringing convenient, affordable charging right to multifamily properties. Say goodbye to long waits at public chargers or expensive superchargers—Buzze connects you to charging stations within your apartment or condo community. For Drivers - Charge Where You Live, On Your Schedule Seamless Home Charging: No need to leave home to charge—simply book a nearby Buzze charger in your apartment complex or neighboring property. Affordable Rates: Charging with Buzze is often half the cost of public stations, so you save while enjoying the convenience of home charging. Smart Scheduling: Plan your charges ahead of time, whether you’re a daily commuter or rideshare driver, ensuring your EV is ready when you need it. Community-Powered Convenience: Like Airbnb for EV charging, Buzze lets you find chargers within your community, making it easier than ever for renters to access reliable EV power. For Property Owners - Transform EV Charging into a Valuable Amenity Easy Setup & Management: Buzze handles everything from installation to real-time monitoring, so property managers can offer charging without the hassle. Revenue Opportunity: With Buzze, EV charging becomes a valuable amenity and revenue source, adding appeal to your property and attracting eco-conscious residents. Comprehensive Admin Panel: Manage charger access, monitor usage, and track earnings through a simple, intuitive dashboard built for multifamily properties. Why Buzze? Complete End-to-End Solution: We take care of installation, networking, and ongoing support, so you can focus on what matters. Driver-Friendly App: Find and reserve chargers with ease, track your charge status, and get back to what matters—all in a few taps. A Greener Community: Buzze helps create eco-friendly neighborhoods, making it easy for everyone to enjoy the experience of driving an EV. Buzze is transforming EV charging for multifamily living, offering a simple, app-based solution that makes home charging accessible to everyone. Join the future of EV charging—right in your community. Questions? Need assistance? Contact us at support@buzze.biz.

Screenshots

Chargeway4 screens
Buzze4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Buzze at none against Chargeway's 2. Buzze also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 48%). Chargeway's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 23) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Chargeway sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Buzze asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chargeway holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chargeway has 2.4K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of Chargeway's written reviews are positive against 80% of Buzze's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Chargeway versus Buzze: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChargewayBuzze
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.4K ratings) — better4.3 (23 ratings)
Positive reviews47.8% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.4K — better23
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChargeway Inc.Buzze Inc

Customer experience

Chargeway

All ratings2,438 ratings
Positive90.7%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews113 reviews
Positive47.8%
Neutral9.7%
Negative42.5%

Buzze

All ratings23 ratings
Positive82.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative17.4%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

Chargeway

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App crashes when trying to create an account
  • Charging station information not updating in real-time

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to switch between miles and percentage for remaining range
  • Improve charging station filters and sorting
  • Allow adding multiple vehicles to a single account
  • Integrate with in-car navigation systems

Buzze

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Chargeway

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Annual$24.991 Year
None

Buzze

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chargeway free?
Chargeway is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Buzze free?
Buzze is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Chargeway or Buzze?
Chargeway is rated higher. Chargeway averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Buzze averages 4.3 from 23 ratings.
Do Chargeway or Buzze have ads?
Neither Chargeway nor Buzze shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chargeway or Buzze?
Chargeway ships an update every 3 weeks, and Buzze every 3 weeks. Most recently, Chargeway was updated on October 18, 2026 and Buzze on October 6, 2026.

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