Comparison

AmpUp vs EVCS

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

Head to head
About

AmpUp

Find, reserve, and pay for electric vehicle charging stations seamlessly. This app allows you to locate chargers, monitor your charging progress, and manage payments easily. It also offers notifications and a history of your charging sessions.

Highlights
  • Find EV chargers nearby or on route
  • Reserve chargers in advance
  • Scan QR code to start charging
  • In-app payment options
  • Monitor charging progress remotely
  • Receive charging notifications
  • View charging history and receipts
Features
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EV CHARGING MADE EASY If you own an EV, you know how frustrating it can sometimes be to charge. AmpUp makes charging easy by enabling building and property owners to provide charging for their residents, workers, or people just passing by – seamlessly and hassle free. People like you! FIND CHARGERS NEAR YOU Find chargers nearby or on your route, see if they are available, and even reserve them ahead of time. Bookmark favorite chargers or enable notifications for when an occupied charger becomes available. Discover not only AmpUp powered chargers, but also chargers from other networks. CHARGE WITH A QUICK SCAN Just scan the AmpUp QR code on the charger with the app’s QR reader to start your session in seconds. Or check into a charger reserved at a location in advance. Some locations require special access, which you can request from the charger’s host. PAY IN APP OR SCAN RFID Pay using a credit card or with a card in your phone’s wallet. Save your payment method so you can charge quickly and easily on any of AmpUp’s thousands of chargers. You can also link your existing RFID card or badge - or request a new AmpUp RFID card - to swipe and charge quickly without your phone. COMMUNITY POWERED Each charger host sets the prices and policies for their chargers. AmpUp makes the policies and pricing transparent for drivers, so you can see what charging speed you’re getting and what you are paying per minute or kWh of charging. REMOTELY MONITOR AND GET NOTIFICATIONS See how your charge is progressing right on your phone. Get notified when your session is done. Know exactly what you’re paying and how many kWh you have added to your vehicle. See charging session history and receipts. PRICES AND FEES Hosts set their own prices and policies, and AmpUp handles payments on their behalf. Hosts sometimes set up idle fees, which promote charger availability by encouraging drivers to vacate the parking space after charging. Get push alerts before idle fees start with a reminder to move your car. PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT AmpUp provides customer support for drivers. If you have an issue, our support staff can get back to you within 24 business hours to address your charging or billing issue. Note that prices and idle fees are set by hosts, and AmpUp does not have any control over those fees or policies. BECOME A HOST Make money and help take polluting internal combustion cars off the road by installing AmpUp-enabled chargers at your place of work or residence. Charging your car using AmpUp is only the beginning - get the app and become a host!

About

EVCS

Find and use public electric vehicle charging stations powered by renewable energy. This app allows drivers to locate stations, manage subscriptions for cost-effective plans, and initiate charging sessions seamlessly. Track your charging history and manage your account easily.

Highlights
  • Find EV chargers on an interactive map
  • Manage EV charging subscription plans
  • Start charging via station ID or QR code
  • View charging history
  • Update account information
Features
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About EVCS: EVCS is one of the largest public EV charging networks on the U.S. West Coast. Our mission is to accelerate access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable EV Charging. Powered by 100% renewable energy, EVCS develops, owns, and operates Level 2 and DC Fast charging stations for all EV models on the market today, including Tesla. By using this app, drivers can enjoy a variety of EV charging services and subscription plans. App Features: Interactive map: Quickly find chargers near you by searching an address, city or zip code. Exclusive charging services: Enroll and update subscription to cost-effective charging plans; cancel anytime. Seamless charging: Simply enter the station ID or scan the QR code on the station with your phone to start charging. Account management: View your charging history and update your account with ease. Download the EVCS app today!

Screenshots

AmpUp4 screens
EVCS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AmpUp at 4.4 against EVCS's 2.8. AmpUp also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 115). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AmpUp holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AmpUp has 4.4K ratings behind it against 115, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 37% of AmpUp's written reviews are positive against 41% of EVCS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AmpUp ships an update every 2 weeks, EVCS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AmpUp versus EVCS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAmpUpEVCS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4.4K ratings) — better2.8 (115 ratings)
Positive reviews36.9% of reviews40.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.4K — better115
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115 — better
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB100 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNAD Grid CorpEV Charging Solutions

Customer experience

AmpUp

All ratings4,410 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews320 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative60.9%

EVCS

All ratings115 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral6.1%
Negative53.9%
Written reviews81 reviews
Positive40.7%
Neutral6.2%
Negative53.1%

User reviews

AmpUp

From 4.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Convenient location tracking
  • 👍 Straightforward charging process
  • 🚀 Reliable charging
  • 👍 Helpful customer service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app and unreliable chargers
  • 💰 Expensive charging rates
  • ⏱️ Slow charging speeds
  • 🔒 Security and privacy concerns
  • 🔋 Issues with idle fees and billing

EVCS

From 115 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
  • 💰 Affordable subscription plans for frequent charging
  • 🗺️ Convenient charger locator with real-time availability
  • 📸 Station photos help users identify locations
  • ⚡ Good coverage on West Coast

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently, especially when scanning QR codes
  • ⚠️ Chargers frequently out of service or non-functional
  • 🐢 Slow charging speeds (50 kW max, often capped lower)
  • 💳 Predatory pricing structure and subscription requirements
  • 🚫 Multiple unauthorized $30-$50 pre-authorization holds

Bugs and requests

AmpUp

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Charging stations not working as expected
  • Issues with QR code scanning and manual station ID entry
  • Incorrect or missing charge session data
  • Unexpected and unjustified charges

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improve app stability and reliability
  • Provide more transparent pricing information
  • Implement audible alerts for charge completion
  • Enhance user experience for iPhone users
  • Offer more payment options and integration with existing accounts

EVCS

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes when scanning QR codes
  • Login button greyed out and unresponsive
  • Invalid credentials error on login attempts
  • App randomly logs users out during sessions
  • Password reset flow completely broken
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  • Map fails to load (shows blank white canvas)
  • Register and Forgot Password links overlap on small phones
  • App freezes and self-closes during QR scanning
  • Charging sessions stop abruptly without reason
  • App incompatible with iOS 17
  • Charger status inaccurate (shows available when offline)
  • Pre-authorization holds not released as promised
  • Multiple duplicate holds on single charging attempt
  • App timeouts during charging initiation
  • Charger interface confusing and poorly labeled

Requested features

13 requests
  • Fix QR code scanning functionality
  • Add Face ID or PIN authentication
  • Implement password reset via web browser
  • Add in-app account deletion option
  • Improve charger maintenance and reliability
Show 8 more
  • Expand network to additional states
  • Add faster charging units (250 kW+)
  • Implement stricter EV-only parking enforcement
  • Extend charging cables for better accessibility
  • Allow pay-as-you-go without mandatory subscription
  • Fix login button responsiveness on new app
  • Improve map display functionality
  • Add offline mode for charger information

In-app purchases

None

AmpUp

No in-app purchases

None

EVCS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AmpUp free?
AmpUp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EVCS free?
EVCS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AmpUp or EVCS?
AmpUp is rated higher. AmpUp averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while EVCS averages 2.8 from 115 ratings.
Do AmpUp or EVCS have ads?
Neither AmpUp nor EVCS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AmpUp or EVCS?
AmpUp ships an update every 2 weeks, and EVCS every 3 weeks. Most recently, AmpUp was updated on October 20, 2026 and EVCS on October 16, 2026.

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