Comparison

Electrify Canada vs NOMA iQ

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

Head to head
About

Electrify Canada

Locate and manage electric vehicle charging sessions on Canada's fastest public charging network. Find nearby stations, start and stop charging, and track your progress all from your phone.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations
  • Get directions
  • Manage charging sessions
  • Real-time charger availability
  • Contact-free payment
  • Track charging status
  • View charging history
Features
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Your companion for easy charging on the go! The Electrify Canada app makes electric vehicle (EV) charging simple with access to the network that pioneered the availability of Ultra-Fast (150 kW) and Hyper-Fast (350 kW) chargers. Use it to find nearby charging stations, manage your charging sessions, and more — all right from your phone. Public Charging: Charge in as little as 30 minutes on the fastest public charging network in Canada. The Electrify Canada app helps you locate stations, start charging, and keep track of your sessions. Key Features in the App: - Find an Electrify Canada charging station - Get directions to the nearest station - Become an Electrify Canada Pass or Pass+ member to access member benefits - Take advantage of charging benefits With a Free Electrify Canada Pass Membership, You Can: - See real-time charger availability and get notified when a charger opens up - Pay contact-free through the app - Favourite 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 20% on charging while still enjoying all the benefits listed above. Electrify Canada’s powerful DC fast charging stations support all CCS (SAE Combo) and CHAdeMO-compatible EVs. You can also use the app to find Electrify Canada’s Level 2 chargers (with J1772 connectors). Electrify Canada 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 Canada 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 r visit our Premium Offers page. Happy charging!

About

NOMA iQ

Control your smart home devices from one app. Automate routines, set schedules, and manage lighting and power with voice commands. Features advanced cybersecurity to protect your home.

Highlights
  • All-in-one device control
  • Voice control integration
  • Customizable routines and schedules
  • Device grouping by room
  • Family and friend sharing
  • DataGuard cybersecurity
Features
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Welcome to NOMA iQ, the smart home solution that is simple to use and with DataGuardTM cybersecurity you can trust. CONTROL YOUR NOMA iQ PRODUCTS ALL IN ONE APP The NOMA iQ app is quick and easy to set up and incorporates smart prompts for guided learning. Added depth of control is also available for more advanced users. This app was designed to conveniently allow its users to light, power, and maximize the comfort of their home all in one app for seamless control of your home. With NOMA iQ's all-in-one app you can: - Voice control your products with your Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa - Create custom Experiences to easily automate, set scheduled routines, or timers for your favorite settings (Ex: create an Experience that schedules the kitchen lights to turn off at 10 p.m. on weekdays and call it your "Good Night" Experience) - Group devices together to conveniently control by room or fixture - Easily share control with your family, friends, or roommates for convenience ALWAYS PROTECTED BY DATAGUARDTM CYBERSECURITY All NOMA iQ products come protected with DataGuardTM cybersecurity you can trust. Using built-in technology from Firedome, it automatically detects, prevents, and responds to cybersecurity issues. Find out more at www.canadiantire.ca/nomaiq

Screenshots

Electrify Canada4 screens
NOMA iQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NOMA iQ at 3.9 against Electrify Canada's 3.6. NOMA iQ also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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

NOMA iQ holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Electrify Canada's written reviews are positive against 19% of NOMA iQ's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Electrify Canada ships an update monthly, NOMA iQ every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Electrify Canada versus NOMA iQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectrify CanadaNOMA iQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (18 ratings)3.9 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.5% of reviews19.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings18 — better11
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB147 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElectrify America LLCCanadian Tire Corporation, Limited

Customer experience

Electrify Canada

All ratings18 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive11.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative79.2%

NOMA iQ

All ratings11 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews135 reviews
Positive19.3%
Neutral8.9%
Negative71.9%

Bugs and requests

Electrify Canada

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NOMA iQ

Reported bugs

24 issues
  • Password reset doesn't work
  • App goes unresponsive periodically
  • Timer/schedule settings don't save across all days
  • Add lightbulb connect button non-functional
  • No notifications after iOS update
Show 19 more
  • Incorrect time display in app
  • Experiences delete when editing errors occur
  • Manual device control overwrites scheduled triggers
  • Shortcut deletion doesn't remove shortcut
  • Experiences run deleted color settings
  • AC control disabled after app update
  • Temperature settings bounce back to current value
  • Fan speed controls don't work
  • App freezes on WiFi password entry
  • Connection check hangs indefinitely
  • Unknown error when creating experiences
  • App blank after login
  • Color button crashes the app
  • Device pairing fails to progress
  • SSID detection issues
  • Experiences override manual off commands
  • App logs out frequently
  • Multiple menus open simultaneously
  • Scheduled triggers activate at random times

Requested features

13 requests
  • HomeKit integration for iOS devices
  • Widget support for quick access from home/lock screen
  • Clone and edit experiences functionality
  • Individual light control with preset saving
  • Desktop/web app alternative to mobile app
Show 8 more
  • Daily scheduling for garage door closure
  • Advanced scheduling with multiple time slots
  • Better permission controls for shared devices
  • Color presets and saved favorites
  • Integration with other smart home platforms
  • Physical remote control option
  • Improved temperature control for AC units
  • Dimming schedules beyond on/off

In-app purchases

None

Electrify Canada

No in-app purchases

None

NOMA iQ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Electrify Canada free?
Electrify Canada is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NOMA iQ free?
NOMA iQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Electrify Canada or NOMA iQ?
NOMA iQ is rated higher. Electrify Canada averages 3.6 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while NOMA iQ averages 3.9 from 11 ratings.
Do Electrify Canada or NOMA iQ have ads?
Neither Electrify Canada nor NOMA iQ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Electrify Canada or NOMA iQ?
Electrify Canada ships an update monthly, and NOMA iQ every 6 weeks. Most recently, Electrify Canada was updated on October 24, 2026 and NOMA iQ on October 27, 2026.

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