Comparison

ChargeBuddy vs MyGarage+

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

Head to head
About

ChargeBuddy

Locate occupied electric vehicle charging stations and estimate how much longer they will be in use. Potentially connect with other drivers directly for urgent situations.

Highlights
  • View occupied charging stations
  • Estimate charging duration
  • Contact other drivers
  • Electric vehicle support
Features
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As more and more people make the switch to electric vehicles, it's increasingly common to find that the charging stations are already occupied just when you need them. Wouldn't it be amazing if you could immediately see how much longer the other driver was going to be, or maybe even contact them directly if you're in a real hurry?

About

MyGarage+

Track maintenance for all your vehicles, from cars and trucks to motorcycles and boats. Log services, get smart reminders, and access detailed specs. An AI mechanic offers tailored advice for your specific vehicle.

Highlights
  • Multi-vehicle garage management
  • AI mechanic for tailored advice
  • Detailed maintenance logging
  • VIN decoder for auto-fill
  • NHTSA recall alerts
  • Smart maintenance reminders
  • PDF service reports
Features
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MyGarage+ is the only maintenance tracker that supports cars, trucks, motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, boats, PWC, and equipment — all in one app. Add your vehicles, get detailed spec sheets, log maintenance, and chat with Darryl, your AI mechanic who actually knows your specific machine. Finally, manage ALL your vehicles in one digital garage. MULTI-VEHICLE SUPPORT Stop juggling multiple apps for different machines. Whether it's a KTM dirt bike, a Sea-Doo, or a heavy-duty pickup, MyGarage+ handles them all. We support 9 vehicle categories — cars, trucks, motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, boats, and personal watercraft — so you can centralize your entire garage in one place. THE MOST DETAILED SPEC DATABASE IN ANY MAINTENANCE APP Don't guess on fluid capacities or valve clearances. Our database covers detailed technical specifications for over 52,000 vehicle models — including horsepower, torque, oil type, oil capacity, bore & stroke, compression ratio, valve clearances, suspension settings, tire pressure, maintenance intervals, and much more. Access the specs that matter — whether you're checking valve specs on a dirt bike or looking for your truck's oil capacity, we've got it all! You can even add your own! YOUR PERSONAL AI MECHANIC Meet Darryl, your 24/7 AI mechanic. Darryl doesn't just give generic advice — he knows your specific year, make, model, and full spec sheet. Ask him for torque values, OBD-II code diagnostics, or maintenance recommendations tailored to your exact vehicle and service history. Tell Darryl "I just changed my oil at 47 hours" and he'll log it for you with one tap. COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE LOGGING Track every oil change, winterization, and brake job with precision. Log costs, mileage or hours, and detailed notes for every service entry. With Pro, import your already tracked maintenance using your camera — keeping your service history organized and bulletproof. KEY FEATURES: Multi-Vehicle Garage — Manage up to 20 vehicles of any type from a single dashboard AI Mechanic (Darryl) — Get tailored advice on oil specs, torque values, OBD-II codes, and more for YOUR specific vehicle Detailed Spec Sheets — View horsepower, torque, fluid capacities, valve clearances, suspension settings, and maintenance intervals Maintenance Logging — Log services by mileage or hours, add costs, notes, and parts used VIN Decoder — Instantly auto-fill vehicle details for cars and trucks 52,000+ Vehicle Database — Covering Honda, Yamaha, KTM, Polaris, Can-Am, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Husqvarna, Ford, Chevy, Toyota, and more NHTSA Recall Alerts — Stay safe with recall notifications for your VIN-equipped vehicles Community Tips — Access crowdsourced tips and common issues from owners of the same model PDF Service Reports — Export a professional maintenance history for resale or dealer visits Hours-Based Tracking — Track maintenance by engine hours, not just miles — built for powersports CHOOSE YOUR PLAN: Free: 2 vehicles, unlimited logging, full specs, and 5 Darryl AI messages/day Pro ($4.99/mo or $49.99/yr): Up to 20 vehicles, 500 AI messages/month, PDF exports, and photo/file attachments Stop relying on Sharpie marks on your air filter or faded receipts in the glovebox. Download MyGarage+ today and give your garage the tracking it deserves. Whether you're prepping for a cross-country haul or a weekend on the trails, we'll make sure your machines are ready to run.

Screenshots

ChargeBuddy4 screens
MyGarage+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MyGarage+ at 100% against ChargeBuddy's 0%. MyGarage+ also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 11 months). ChargeBuddy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, 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. MyGarage+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ChargeBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyGarage+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ChargeBuddy's written reviews are positive against 100% of MyGarage+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChargeBuddy ships an update every 11 months, MyGarage+ every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
ChargeBuddy versus MyGarage+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChargeBuddyMyGarage+
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (3 ratings)4.8 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings38 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSEADEV Studios GmbHDYLAN THOMAS MCCALEB

Customer experience

ChargeBuddy

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

MyGarage+

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

ChargeBuddy

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MyGarage+

Subscriptions2
  • MyGarage Pro$4.991 Month
  • MyGarage Pro$49.991 Year

Questions

Is ChargeBuddy free?
ChargeBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyGarage+ free?
MyGarage+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ChargeBuddy or MyGarage+?
MyGarage+ is rated higher. ChargeBuddy averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while MyGarage+ averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.
Do ChargeBuddy or MyGarage+ have ads?
Neither ChargeBuddy nor MyGarage+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChargeBuddy or MyGarage+?
ChargeBuddy ships an update every 11 months, and MyGarage+ every 2 weeks. Most recently, ChargeBuddy was updated on October 24, 2026 and MyGarage+ on October 24, 2026.

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