Comparison

Electrify America vs EVCS

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

Head to head
About

Electrify America

Locate and manage electric vehicle charging sessions with access to a vast network of hyper-fast chargers. Find stations, start and stop charging, track your progress, and receive notifications. Compatible with CarPlay and supports various EV models.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations
  • Get directions
  • Manage charging sessions
  • Real-time charger availability
  • Contact-free payment
  • Track charging status
  • View charging history
Features
Currently charting
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Your companion for easy charging on the go! The Electrify America app makes electric vehicle (EV) charging simple with access to the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the U.S. Use it to find nearby charging stations, manage your charging sessions, and more — all right from your phone. Compatible with CarPlay. Public Charging Charge in as little as 30 minutes with Electrify America’s Hyper-Fast chargers. The Electrify America app helps you locate stations, start charging, and keep track of your sessions. Key Features in the App: - Find an Electrify America charging station - Get directions to the nearest station - Become an Electrify America Pass or Pass+ member to access member benefits - Take advantage of charging benefits With a Free Electrify America Pass Membership, You Can: - See real-time charger availability and get notified when a charger opens up - Pay contact-free through the app - Favorite your go-to charging stations for easy access - Start and stop charging right from your phone - Track your charging status while you shop or dine nearby - Get notified when your EV reaches your desired state of charge - View your charging history and get receipts emailed directly to you Upgrade to Pass+ for only $7 per month and save about 25% on charging while still enjoying all the benefits listed above. Electrify America’s powerful DC fast charging stations support all CCS (SAE Combo) and CHAdeMO-compatible EVs. You can also use the app to find Electrify America’s Level 2 chargers (with J1772 connectors). Electrify America supports 14+ major automakers and is compatible with most EVs on the road today, including popular models like Volkswagen ID.4, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and BMW i4. Plug&Charge: Electrify America offers Plug&Charge at all our DC fast chargers for a seamless charging experience. Simply plug in, and the charger communicates with your EV to handle the rest. Plug&Charge is only available for capable EVs. To find out if your EV is Plug&Charge capable, please contact your vehicle's manufacturer, look at your vehicle's owner's manual for more information, or visit our Plug&Charge page here: https://www.electrifyamerica.com/plug-and-charge/ Happy charging!

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

Electrify America4 screens
EVCS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Electrify America at 4.6 against EVCS's 2.8. Electrify America also leads on ratings volume (27K vs 115) and chart position (#44 vs unranked). EVCS's advantage is review sentiment (41% vs 10%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Electrify America holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electrify America has 27K ratings behind it against 115, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 10% of Electrify America'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

Electrify America ships an update monthly, EVCS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Electrify America versus EVCS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectrify AmericaEVCS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (27K ratings) — better2.8 (115 ratings)
Positive reviews9.5% of reviews40.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27K — better115
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#44 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.215 — better
Further details — not scored
Size140 MB100 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElectrify America LLCEV Charging Solutions

Customer experience

Electrify America

All ratings26,953 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews462 reviews
Positive9.5%
Neutral9.3%
Negative81.2%

EVCS

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

User reviews

Electrify America

From 27K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy and fast charging
  • 👍 Reliable charging network
  • 🤝 Good customer service

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent charger issues and outages
  • 🤯 Unreliable app and buggy functionality
  • 💰 Expensive charging rates
  • 🇨🇦 Not accessible for Canadian users

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

Electrify America

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Inability to update payment info
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Charging session issues and errors

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved app stability and reliability
  • Better integration with navigation apps
  • Charging status and history tracking
  • Privacy mode for charging details

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

Electrify America

No in-app purchases

None

EVCS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Electrify America free?
Electrify America 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, Electrify America or EVCS?
Electrify America is rated higher. Electrify America averages 4.6 out of 5 from 27K ratings, while EVCS averages 2.8 from 115 ratings.
Do Electrify America or EVCS have ads?
Neither Electrify America nor EVCS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Electrify America or EVCS?
Electrify America ships an update monthly, and EVCS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Electrify America was updated on October 21, 2026 and EVCS on October 16, 2026.

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