PRSS SOS vs ChargePocket
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
PRSS SOS
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PRSS-SOS Description: βAlthough there are Apps that allow you to alert pre-selected loved-ones in an emergency, they only serve to tell people that you are in trouble. PRSS-SOS uses the geo-data on your phone, it works quickly by sending signals to the closest private security response vehicle in your vicinity. This means that right now PRSS-SOS can be used anytime, from anywhere. Where you may have robust home and office security systems, this App covers you when you are commuting, traveling, jogging or taking a holiday out of your province. PRSS-SOS uses the latest geo-tagging technology, through TomTom and the PRSS-SOS network of Private Security and Ambulance service providers are registered and highly trained. At a small monthly premium, per person, PRSS-SOS provides security and medical responsecover, wherever you are, when you need it most. According to Statistic-SA, right now crime conditions in South Africa have begun a slow decline since its initial spike in the late 90βs. However, our crime statistics are still high, by worldwide standards, and the rate of decline exhibits a mere 1.4% per year. In reality, this means that although the physical number of criminal incidents have diminished marginally, overall criminal activity is still significantly high. The concentration of serious crime in South Africa remains high in densely populated cities, focused more intensely in urban, and suburban areas. Although Public Services, in the form of the South African Police Service, and Public Healthcare Emergency Response exists, resources are limited. βHigh spikeβ times of the day and week (for example, Friday nights) result in overburdened public services that are often overwhelmed, slowing response time. Right now, PRSS-SOS provides a βsafety-netβ for users by supplementing these services with fast acting private service-providers. Although private home-security has become a standard feature for many middle-class South African families, PRSS-SOS seeks to expand that level of security to external, public environments. The benefits include peace of mind when you, or your loved-ones travel, a lighter load on public services and faster, more effective mitigation of overall criminal activity in cities. There is a term used by paramedics and doctorsβ¦βthe golden hourβ. It refers to the first hour after a physically traumatic, or possibly fatal injury. The Golden Hour is the time in which the most effective life-saving interventions can be applied. Depending on the severity of the injury, the chances of survival diminish with every minute that passes, becoming more and more unlikely as time passes. Immediate medical response is absolutely vital in the event of a serious injury, as the timing very often means the difference between life and death. The PRSS-SOS App automatically sends private medical response assistance, and your exact location, the moment you press that button.
ChargePocket
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ChargePocket makes driving electric simple and stress-free. Discover and navigate South Africa's premier EV charging network, equipped with fast chargers at key locations nationwide. With ChargePocket, you can: - Locate nearby charging stations with real-time availability. - Start, monitor, and end charging sessions effortlessly. - Track your charging history and manage payment methods. - Enjoy resilient charging solutions during loadshedding. Designed for EV enthusiasts and future drivers alike, ChargePocket is your ultimate companion on the road to sustainable mobility. Drive electric. Stay connected. Charge smarter.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ChargePocket at every 9 days against PRSS SOS's every 6 weeks. PRSS SOS's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PRSS SOS ships an update every 6 weeks, ChargePocket every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PRSS SOS | ChargePocket |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 115 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SOS-ICT (PTY) LTD | GridCars |
In-app purchases
PRSS SOS
No in-app purchases
ChargePocket
No in-app purchases
Questions
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