Comparison

hvv switch vs E

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

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About

hvv switch

This app integrates public transport, car sharing, e-scooters, and ride-sharing services into a single platform. Purchase tickets, plan routes, and book various mobility options with one account for seamless travel.

Highlights
  • Integrated mobility services
  • Deutschlandticket purchase
  • Route planning and timetables
  • Car sharing rentals
  • E-scooter rentals
  • Shuttle booking
  • Multiple payment options
Features
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With the hvv switch App, you can use local public transport, carsharing, e-scooters, bikes and on-demand mobility – all with just 1 account. Choose your perfect connection by bus, train or ferry – including the hvv ticket. For regular journeys in Hamburg and across Germany, the hvv Deutschlandticket as well as the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg are available directly in the app. Alternatively, you can rent a car from Free2move, SIXT share, MILES or Cambio, book a MOIA-shuttle, or explore Hamburg flexibly with a Voi e-scooter or a StadtRAD bike. Highlights of the hvv switch app: • 8 providers, 1 account: local public transport, carsharing, shuttle, e-scooter & bikes • Tickets & subscriptions: buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or any other hvv ticket • Route planning: timetables for bus, train & ferry incl. disruption reports • Reserve & hire cars: Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio • Stay flexible: rent an e-scooter from Voi or a bike from StadtRAD • On-demand shuttle: book a MOIA-shuttle • Pay securely: PayPal, credit card or SEPA Download the hvv switch app now and enjoy full mobility in Hamburg. 8 mobility providers – 1 account Register once, use it all: buy hvv tickets and book Free2move, SIXT share, MILES, Cambio, MOIA-shuttle, Voi & StadtRAD – all with just 1 account. Stay flexible: local public transport, MOIA-shuttle, e-scooter, bike or carsharing – simply use whatever suits your needs. hvv Deutschlandticket With just a few clicks, you can buy the hvv Deutschlandticket or the hvv Deutschlandticket for senior citizens 67+ living in Hamburg in the app and start your journey straight away. Use local public transport throughout Germany, including regional trains RB/RE. If you live in Hamburg, you only pay for the days you have the ticket in the 1st month. Order a digital ticket & pay conveniently Whether it’s a short journey, single ticket or day ticket – the app automatically suggests the right ticket for your trip. Save 7 % on most tickets when you buy in the app and pay securely via PayPal, SEPA or credit card. Your ticket is available instantly in the app and can also be added to your wallet. Set your most-used ticket as a favourite and access it quickly from the home screen via our widget. You can also easily purchase tickets for accompanying passengers. Timetable information Know your destination but not the route? Then use the hvv route planner for the best connection by bus, train or ferry. Save, share, bookmark your route, check departures, see disruptions as well as real time info on bus and U-Bahn positions, and stay updated via push notifications! Save your favourite destinations and access them directly from the home screen. You can now also check the U-Bahn occupancy in real time. Carsharing with Free2move, SIXT share, MILES & Cambio With Free2move, SIXT share and MILES you’ll always find the right car near you. MILES charges by the kilometre, while SIXT share and Free2move charge by the minute. Cambio offers pricing based on time and distance, depending on vehicle type and tariff. Validate your driving licence, make bookings and receive invoices with your hvv switch account. E-scooters by Voi For greater mobility, you can also rent e-scooters from Voi. Our app shows all available scooters nearby, making it easy to find & unlock an e-scooter with ease. Bikes by StadtRAD Hop on and start pedalling with StadtRAD’s extensive bike sharing network. Always stay mobile with over 4,000 bikes and plenty of docking stations. MOIA-shuttle Reach your destination in a convenient way. Share your ride with up to 6 people and save money! Pre-book your trip, hop on the shuttle, and pick up or drop off passengers along the way. Additionally, there are express journeys and a detailed price overview. Your opinion matters Write to us at info@hvv-switch.de

About

E

Find and use nearby charging stations for electric vehicles. This app allows you to locate available charging points, start and stop charging sessions, and pay directly via credit card or PayPal without a contract or RFID card.

Highlights
  • Find nearby charging points
  • View live charging station status
  • Navigate to charging stations
  • Start and stop charging sessions
  • Pay via credit card or PayPal
  • Download invoices
Features
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Schnell den nächstgelegenen freien Ladepunkt finden, einfach laden und direkt bezahlen: Die App E-Charging+ ermöglicht Ihnen das Laden an über 1.250 öffentlich zugänglichen Ladepunkten ohne Vertragsbindung und RFID-Karte. Sie löst die bisherige App E-Charging ab – und verfügt über interessante neue Funktionen. Weitere werden folgen! Das bietet Ihnen die App: Ladepunkte finden - Kartenansicht mit sämtlichen Ladepunkten aller Partner in Ihrer Nähe - Suche nach Ladepunktnummer oder Adresse möglich - Live-Status der Ladepunkte (frei/belegt/defekt) - Informationen zum Steckertyp (Typ2; CCS; CHAdeMO) - Navigation zum Ladepunkt Laden - Freischaltung der Ladepunkte über den QR-Code an den Säulen - Ladevorgang starten - Anzeige des aktiven Ladevorgangs - Ladevorgang stoppen Bezahlen - Transparente Tarifdetails - Preisdifferenzierung: AC-Laden günstiger als DC-Laden - Direct-Pay per Kreditkarte oder PayPal - Rechnungs-Download Weitere Informationen: https://www.e-charging-hamburg.de/so-funktioniert-s Gute Fahrt!

Screenshots

hvv switch4 screens
E4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: hvv switch at 4.4 against E's 3.5. hvv switch also leads on ratings volume (799 vs 2). E's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

hvv switch holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: hvv switch has 799 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

hvv switch ships an update every 2 months, E every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
hvv switch versus E: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterhvv switchE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (799 ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews27.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings799 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.416.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size474 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHamburger Hochbahn AGKraftwerk Software Systems GmbH

Customer experience

hvv switch

All ratings784 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews115 reviews
Positive27.0%
Neutral7.8%
Negative65.2%

E

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

hvv switch

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Date of birth field not working
  • Payment methods not accepted
  • Frequent crashes and connection issues
  • Logging out issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add support for Apple Pay and other payment services
  • Improve navigation with back/home buttons
  • Provide clearer information on ticket types and zones

E

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

hvv switch

No in-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is hvv switch free?
hvv switch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, hvv switch or E?
hvv switch is rated higher. hvv switch averages 4.4 out of 5 from 799 ratings, while E averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do hvv switch or E have ads?
Neither hvv switch nor E shows ads.
Which is updated more often, hvv switch or E?
hvv switch ships an update every 2 months, and E every 2 weeks. Most recently, hvv switch was updated on November 13, 2026 and E on November 7, 2026.

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