Comparison

Monta Charge vs IONITY

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

Head to head
About

Monta Charge

Manage your electric vehicle charging at home and on the go. This app offers control over charging settings, charger sharing, and finding public stations. Track usage, costs, and integrate with your car for a seamless EV experience.

Highlights
  • Home charger management
  • Public charger locator
  • Charger sharing
  • Charge scheduling
  • Car integration
  • Usage tracking
  • Multiple payment options
Features
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Stay in control of your EV charging experience—at home and on the go. No monthly subscription, 100% free. Winner of best EV app/software at E-Mobility Awards 2023. Monta Charge is the digital companion for any EV lifestyle, which makes owning an electric vehicle an exciting and hassle-free ride. Whether at home or on the road, we cover all the bases, ensuring you have complete control of your charging experience. With Monta, you just need one app for all your charging needs, no matter where your journey takes you. New to the EV lifestyle or an EV pro? Either way, you're in good hands with us. We’re here to make sure your charging experience is as seamless and convenient as possible. Just sit back and enjoy your EV; we'll take care of the rest. Your home, your charger, your rules An effortless EV experience starts right at home. With Monta Charge, you have the power to customise your charging settings to match your lifestyle and enjoy set-and-forget charging. - Choose between 400 charger models that fits your needs and budget best - Own and manage up to 3 charge points at multiple locations - Share your charger with family, friends, and neighbours and set rules for when and who can access it - Charge greener and cheaper: schedule charges to automatically start when electricity prices and CO2 emissions are at their lowest - Integrate your car with Monta to see your car’s current battery level, whether the cable is plugged in, or if your car is currently charging - Track your EV's charge history, monitor its performance, and gain insights into your energy spending and usage patterns Your digital companion for seamless EV charging anywhere Heading to work, running errands, or going on a road trip? Monta Charge keeps you in the driver’s seat at all times. Hit the road without hesitation, knowing you’re covered by a vast network of accessible charge points, transparent pricing, and flexible payment options. - Quickly locate any of the 650,000+ supported public chargers on the Monta map and easily get directions with Google Maps and Apple Maps - Filter charge points by availability, charge speed (kW), price (dynamic or fixed pricing), operator, and more - No hidden fees, always see what you’ll pay for upfront: the price breakdown, our cut, and who sets the price - Scan the QR code on a charger to charge your EV without registration if you’re in a hurry - Connect to a charger via the Monta Charge app or by tapping an RFID card on the charger; - Add funds to your Monta Wallet or simply pay via credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or MobilePay/Vipps (Nordics) - View all your transactions in one place and keep track of your charging history - Easily export any receipts and invoices and never worry about misplaced receipts again There for you 24/7 Looking for some help or have any questions? Don't worry, our amazing support team is just a message away, always ready to assist you whenever you need it. Join the thriving community of over 200,000 EV enthusiasts who have seamlessly adopted the EV lifestyle with our award-winning Monta Charge app!

About

IONITY

Find and use high-power EV charging stations across Europe. Plan your routes, start and stop charging sessions, and manage payments easily. Offers subscriptions for lower charging prices.

Highlights
  • Find nearest charging stations
  • Real-time charger availability
  • Route planner
  • Start/end charging sessions
  • Track charging progress
  • QR code scanning to start
  • Secure payment storage
Features
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Say hi to your co-driver. You’re searching for a top-notch EV charging experience? Here you are: Download the IONITY App to access Europe’s leading High-Power Charging (HPC) network available across 24 countries – open to EVs from all manufacturers. Our network delivers maximum charging speeds of up to 400 kW, enabling you to charge 300 kilometres of range in 15 minutes. Faster charging sessions — more time for you. Discover the highlights of the IONITY App Navigation • Search and find the nearest or a specific IONITY Station — the availability of all charging points is displayed in real-time. • Use the IONITY Route Planner to plan your journey ahead and import your daily or upcoming routes to your favourite navigation app with ease. Charging • Conveniently start and end your charging session directly within the IONITY App. • Track your charging progress in real-time and receive a push notification when you’re at 80% to go back on the road. • Optional: Use our app to scan the QR code on the charger to start the session. Payment • Safely store your account and payment details within the app to conveniently pay for your charging sessions. • Receive monthly invoices for your personal or professional use to keep an eye on your spendings. • Have a closer look at your past IONITY charging sessions and explore useful information like station location and kWh charged. Find the right IONITY Subscription for you Discover our subscriptions within the app: Choose the one that matches your lifestyle, driving habits, and charging needs by opting for IONITY Power or Motion. Sign up now and charge your electric vehicle at very attractive price per kWh. Prices vary by country. IONITY Power Power your EV and charge for less: Our IONITY Power subscription is the right choice for most EV drivers. You save money after only two charging sessions per month: Benefit from the cheapest charging prices per kWh and continue your journey fast. IONITY Motion Keep yourself in motion: IONITY Motion is the ideal subscription for drivers that only occasionally use their electric vehicle and want to benefit from a cheaper charging price per kWh by using the IONITY App. Your benefits with IONITY Power and IONITY Motion: • A significantly lower charging price per kWh • No seasonal or peak changes of kWh prices • Switch your current subscription anytime • Cancel subscription anytime to next billing date • Subscribe and pay via the IONITY App Charging for registered users without IONITY Power or Motion subscription: IONITY App tariff Ready. Set. Charge! Sign up within the IONITY App and automatically benefit from a slightly lower charging price per kWh. No subscription and no monthly fees. This is the IONITY App tariff. Upgrade to our subscriptions to save even more. About IONITY IONITY builds and operates Europe’s largest ultra-fast charging network. With a High-Power Charging (HPC) capacity of up to 400 kW, it enables maximum charging speeds. IONITY exclusively uses renewable energy, ensuring emission-free and carbon-neutral driving. Currently, the IONITY network includes over 700 charging stations and more than 4,800 HPC charging points across 24 European countries. IONITY was founded in 2017 and is a joint venture between the car manufacturers BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, Hyundai Motor Group, Kia, Mercedes-Benz AG and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche as well as BlackRock's Climate Infrastructure Platform as a financial investor. The company is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and has additional offices in Dortmund, Germany, the French metropolis Paris, and outside the Norwegian capital Oslo. Further information at www.ionity.eu.

Screenshots

Monta Charge4 screens
IONITY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Monta Charge at free against IONITY's free with in-app purchases. Monta Charge also leads on ratings volume (674 vs 148) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). IONITY's advantage is review sentiment (44% vs 28%). 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

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Monta Charge against 4.5 for IONITY. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 674 and 148 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of Monta Charge's written reviews are positive against 44% of IONITY's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monta Charge ships an update weekly, IONITY fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Monta Charge versus IONITY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonta ChargeIONITY
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (674 ratings) — better4.5 (148 ratings)
Positive reviews28.0% of reviews44.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings674 — better148
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMontaIonity

Customer experience

Monta Charge

All ratings674 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews271 reviews
Positive28.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative62.0%

IONITY

All ratings147 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral2.0%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews386 reviews
Positive44.0%
Neutral13.5%
Negative42.5%

User reviews

Monta Charge

From 674 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient charging
  • 💡 Useful features
  • 🚀 Smooth charging experience
  • 👍 Reliable app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable charging
  • 🐛 Buggy app
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency
  • 💰 Expensive charging rates

IONITY

From 148 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and reliable charging speeds
  • 🗺️ Extensive European charging network
  • 💰 Affordable subscription plans with good value
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive app interface
  • ⚡ High-power charging capabilities (350kW+)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App frequently crashes and freezes
  • 🔌 Many chargers non-functional or out of service
  • 💸 Expensive pricing without subscription
  • 📍 Chargers often in inconvenient locations
  • 🔐 Complex payment authorization process

Bugs and requests

Monta Charge

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Charging sessions frequently fail
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Payment issues and unauthorized charges
  • Chargers not recognized by the app
  • Inconsistent charging speeds

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved customer support
  • Simpler payment process
  • Better app stability
  • More charging station coverage
  • Customizable charging options

IONITY

Reported bugs

22 issues
  • App hangs on logo screen and won't load
  • Login and registration process fails repeatedly
  • Map doesn't display charging stations
  • Charging session won't start despite payment
  • App crashes during payment authorization
Show 17 more
  • QR code scanner button missing or non-functional
  • Charging status not updating in real-time
  • Unable to stop charging from app
  • Session stuck in app after failed charge attempt
  • Email verification codes not received or delayed
  • App freezes when selecting locations
  • Payment method changes not working
  • Subscription cancellation failing with server errors
  • Route planner crashes and malfunctions
  • Charger not recognized after QR scan
  • Double charging occurring on account
  • App doesn't sync with vehicle data
  • Language settings not respected
  • Tariff/pass information not displaying
  • Invoice download functionality broken
  • Weak mobile signal causes app failures
  • Address validation rejecting valid entries

Requested features

19 requests
  • CarPlay and Android Auto integration
  • Plug and Charge functionality
  • Real-time charger availability status
  • Route planning with charging stops
  • Business/company account invoicing
Show 14 more
  • RFID card or badge payment option
  • Charger occupancy forecasting
  • Infrastructure information (restaurants, toilets, WiFi)
  • Dark mode for app interface
  • Ability to save and export planned routes
  • Multiple invoice consolidation
  • Wallet/prepaid balance feature
  • Live charging progress notifications
  • Filter for IONITY-only stations
  • Improved vehicle database for route planning
  • Email language preference settings
  • Payment method management in app
  • Charger power output display on map
  • Home screen widget functionality

In-app purchases

None

Monta Charge

No in-app purchases

None

IONITY

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Monta Charge free?
Monta Charge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IONITY free?
IONITY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Monta Charge or IONITY?
Monta Charge is rated higher. Monta Charge averages 4.6 out of 5 from 674 ratings, while IONITY averages 4.5 from 148 ratings.
Do Monta Charge or IONITY have ads?
Neither Monta Charge nor IONITY shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Monta Charge or IONITY?
Monta Charge ships an update weekly, and IONITY fortnightly. Most recently, Monta Charge was updated on November 10, 2026 and IONITY on November 7, 2026.

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