Comparison

CTEK App vs Parkin

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

Head to head
About

CTEK App

This app connects to compatible CTEK charging products via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, offering remote control and enhanced features. Monitor charging status, schedule EV charging, and access special modes for battery reconditioning or power supply.

Highlights
  • Remote charging control
  • Charging scheduling
  • Battery reconditioning modes
  • 12V power supply mode
  • Charging history tracking
  • Product status monitoring
Features
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CTEK APP The CTEK APP keeps you on top of all your compatible CTEK charging products, right there in the palm of your hand. Quickly installed and simple to use, the CTEK APP syncs your CTEK products to your smartphone via BLUETOOTH® and Wi-Fi, or by using BLUETOOTH® only.* From the clear, easy to read home page you can check the status of all CTEK products that are within range and unlock extra product features to give you even more control. It’s designed to work effortlessly with all compatible CTEK products, including the NJORD® GO portable EV charger** and the CTEK CS ONE smart charger. Get the most out of your NJORD® GO EV charger The CTEK APP gives you total control over how and when you charge your EV with your NJORD® GO. Simply connect it to the app over BLUETOOTH® or Wi-Fi and you can: • Access additional NJORD® GO features and functions • Start, stop and pause charging remotely, and enable or disable auto start • Schedule charging for any time of day • Increase or lower the output current during heavy domestic power usage • Record and display your entire charging history Open up additional features on your CS ONE smart charger • Connects automatically over BLUETOOTH® • Revive deeply discharged batteries using the ‘RECOND’ reconditioning mode • Select ‘LITHIUM WAKE UP’ for lithium-ion batteries with Under Voltage Protection (UVP) • Turn your CS ONE into a 12V power supply using ‘SUPPLY’ mode to support the battery during service work • Displays charger voltage and amperage All you need in a single app The CTEK APP also gives you access to a range of additional functions, including: • Quick connection to the CTEK customer support team • Comprehensive product FAQs and troubleshooting • Easy access to terms and conditions The CTEK APP is compatible with most CTEK connected products. If you need any more information on compatibility, check the app and product user manuals or get in touch with our customer support team. What’s New • Support for CTEK CS ONE chargers • Full charging history page (NJORD GO only) • Date filtering in history page (NJORD GO only) • General bug fixes * BLUETOOTH® and Wi-Fi compatibility is subject to product type. Some connected product functions might not be available. ** We call the NJORD® GO an ‘EV charger’ but technically speaking, it’s ‘Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment’ (EVSE) that provides a safe supply of electricity to power the on-board battery charger in your EV. Most people use the term ‘EV charger’ so to keep things simple, we’re going to use this term as well.

About

Parkin

This app simplifies finding and paying for parking in Dubai. It allows users to locate available spots, schedule payments in advance, and manage all parking-related services in one place, including fines and time extensions.

Highlights
  • Find nearby parking spots
  • Schedule payments up to 30 days in advance
  • Manage parking time remotely
  • Handle parking fines
  • Flexible payment options
  • Parking permits and subscriptions
Features
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Parkin: Easy Parking, Effortless Living Parkin is the all-in-one solution for finding and paying for parking effortlessly in Dubai. • Find Parking Easily: Locate available parking spots near you, with the option to schedule payments up to 30 days in advance! Pay securely with multiple payment options. • Manage All Parking Services in One App: Track your parking history, manage parking time remotely, receive real-time updates, handle parking fines, and enjoy seamless integration with UAE Pass. Key Features: • Secure login • Start/End parking sessions • Manage your Parkin wallet • Track parking history • Advanced scheduling (up to 30 days) • Remote parking time management • Find nearby parking spots • Flexible payment options (Pay now or later) • Parking permits and subscriptions • Manage parking fines • Low balance notifications • Auto-renewal for parking duration • Automatic payment options in public parking buildings Comprehensive coverage in key locations across Dubai. Download Parkin now!

Screenshots

CTEK App4 screens
Parkin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Parkin at 2.7 against CTEK App's 1.5. Parkin also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (29% vs 12%). CTEK App's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

Parkin holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parkin has 36 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of CTEK App's written reviews are positive against 29% of Parkin's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CTEK App ships an update monthly, Parkin every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CTEK App versus Parkin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCTEK AppParkin
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.5 (2 ratings)2.7 (36 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.9% of reviews28.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings236 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB248 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCTEK Sweden ABParkin PJSC

Customer experience

CTEK App

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive11.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative85.7%

Parkin

All ratings36 ratings
Positive38.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative61.1%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative68.8%

Bugs and requests

CTEK App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Parkin

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Delayed or missing parking updates
  • Incorrect parking fees and fines
  • Subscription and payment glitches

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow non-UAE phone numbers for registration
  • Improve default payment method handling
  • Provide better transaction records and history
  • Enhance dispute and complaint management

In-app purchases

None

CTEK App

No in-app purchases

None

Parkin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CTEK App free?
CTEK App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Parkin free?
Parkin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CTEK App or Parkin?
Parkin is rated higher. CTEK App averages 1.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Parkin averages 2.7 from 36 ratings.
Do CTEK App or Parkin have ads?
Neither CTEK App nor Parkin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CTEK App or Parkin?
CTEK App ships an update monthly, and Parkin every 9 days. Most recently, CTEK App was updated on October 16, 2026 and Parkin on October 16, 2026.

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