FPL EVolution vs Rivian
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FPL EVolution
Locate and navigate to electric vehicle charging stations, view station details like port availability and cost, and initiate charging sessions. Track your charging history, including miles added and expenses.
- Locate nearby charging stations
- Navigate to selected stations
- View charging station details
- Start charging sessions
- Receive charging notifications
- Track charging history and trends
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FPL EVolution® is increasing the number of electric vehicle charging stations throughout Florida by 50 percent and growing an 800-mile network of universal fast chargers conveniently located along major corridors. Download the FPL EVolution app to find and navigate to the closest FPL EVolution charger and start charging. The app is available to FPL customers and guests. Find a Place to Charge: Locate charging stations nearby and get rerouted to the selected station. Charging Station Details: Port availability, energy cost, outages and nearby amenities. Start Charging: Scan the code on any FPL EV charger to connect to the charging station. Get Notified: Receive notifications on your charging session when you enable push notifications. Create a user profile: See your charging history and trends, including miles added and cost.
Rivian
Control and manage your electric vehicle with your smartphone. Use your phone as a key, monitor charging, plan trips with charging stops, and access vehicle support and service. Keep your vehicle updated and ready for your next adventure.
- Phone as vehicle key
- Remote lock/unlock
- Remote climate control
- Trip planning with charging stops
- Charger and point of interest map
- Vehicle status monitoring
- Service and roadside assistance
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The Rivian app works with your R1T and R1S to make driving and owning your Rivian simple. Use your phone as a key, manage charging sessions, tap into support and so much more: • Accept delivery of your Rivian • Make your phone a key to your R1T or R1S • Lock and unlock your vehicle remotely • Warm up or cool down your vehicle before you get in • Plan trips in the app to see recommended routes and charging stops based on your preferences • Search the map for points of interest and nearby chargers—and send any destination to your vehicle • Check your Rivian's range and current charging status • Connect with our support team to ask questions and troubleshoot • Request and track vehicle service and roadside assistance • Start available vehicle software updates from the app • Connect with your home Rivian Wall Charger Keep the World Adventurous Forever.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: FPL EVolution at free against Rivian's free with in-app purchases. FPL EVolution also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 1.3K) and iOS requirement (16.2 vs 18.0). Rivian's advantage is review sentiment (45% vs 27%). On price, rating, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FPL EVolution against 4.4 for Rivian. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.4K and 1.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 27% of FPL EVolution's written reviews are positive against 45% of Rivian's.
FPL EVolution ships an update every 2 weeks, Rivian fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FPL EVolution | Rivian |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (4.4K ratings) — better | 4.4 (1.3K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 26.9% of reviews | 45.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.4K — better | 1.3K |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 360 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | NextEra Energy, Inc | Rivian |
Customer experience
FPL EVolution
Rivian
User reviews
FPL EVolution
From 4.4K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast charging speed
- 💰 Affordable pricing
- 🌳 Environmentally friendly
Room to improve
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Unreliable chargers
- 💰 Expensive rates
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🔍 Inaccurate app information
Rivian
From 1.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great app design
- 👍 Useful features like climate control and charging management
- 💎 Continuously improving with updates
- 🔒 Secure phone-as-a-key functionality
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity and reliability issues
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to Tesla app
- 🔋 High battery drain on phone
- 🕰️ Slow app response times
Bugs and requests
FPL EVolution
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes during charging
- Charger disconnections
- Payment processing errors
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to modify WiFi settings
- More detailed charging session data
- Improved app navigation and UI
- Membership/subscription options
Rivian
Reported bugs
3 issues- Widgets disappearing after app updates
- Inconsistent phone-as-a-key performance
- Charging status not updating correctly
Requested features
4 requests- Remote access to cameras and Gear Guard videos
- Ability to control more vehicle functions like windows, frunk, and charge port
- Integration with Apple Watch and other smart devices
- Customizable charge scheduling and energy cost tracking
In-app purchases
FPL EVolution
No in-app purchases
Rivian
No in-app purchases
