Comparison

PRSS SOS vs ChargePocket

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

Head to head
About

PRSS SOS

Features
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PRSS-SOS Description: β€œAlthough 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 90’s. 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. β€œHigh spike” 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 β€œsafety-net” 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 doctors…”the golden hour”. 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.

About

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.

Screenshots

PRSS SOS4 screens
ChargePocket4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
PRSS SOS versus ChargePocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPRSS SOSChargePocket
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size115 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSOS-ICT (PTY) LTDGridCars

In-app purchases

None

PRSS SOS

No in-app purchases

None

ChargePocket

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PRSS SOS free?
PRSS SOS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChargePocket free?
ChargePocket is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PRSS SOS or ChargePocket have ads?
Neither PRSS SOS nor ChargePocket shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PRSS SOS or ChargePocket?
PRSS SOS ships an update every 6 weeks, and ChargePocket every 9 days. Most recently, PRSS SOS was updated on October 25, 2026 and ChargePocket on October 28, 2026.

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