Comparison

Hikotron vs GEX Life

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

Head to head
About

Hikotron

Features
Read full description

Prepare for your electric future and connect to the Hikotron network. Start, monitor, stop and pay for your charging session all from the palm of your hand. Key features of the Hikotron App: • Scan QR code above the socket you want to use on the Hikotron charging post • View the charger details • Start your charging session • Monitor you charging session with real time data such as time elapsed, pricing and kWh delivered and more • View account information such as current balance, payment methods, and transaction history Features that are coming soon: • In-app map so you can locate a charging post (currently only available via our website) • Live status information about the Hikotron charging posts: Out of service, In use, Available (currently only available via our website) • See full details of your past charging sessions • Get notified when your charge session is disrupted or nearly complete We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to leave us feedback or send new feature requests directly from the help section in the app.

About

GEX Life

Features
Read full description

GEX Life — One App for Your Life Abroad Starting life overseas means embracing many new beginnings. Your first job, your first home, new friends, and your first international payment—every step should be a little easier. GEX Life is designed for international students and overseas communities, bringing together jobs, housing, community, student services, and cross-border payments in one app to support your journey from arrival to everyday life abroad. · Career Opportunities Discover local job opportunities, explore career resources, and access practical advice to help you take the first step toward your career. · Housing & Daily Life Browse rental listings, stay informed with local living tips, and settle into your new home with confidence. · Community Connect with other international students and overseas residents, share experiences, and discover trusted local information. · Student & Payment Services Pay tuition fees, send money internationally, and enjoy secure, convenient cross-border payment services. Whether you've just arrived or are already building your life overseas, GEX Life is here to support every stage of your journey. One app for studying, living, working, and paying abroad.

Screenshots

Hikotron4 screens
GEX Life3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GEX Life at weekly against Hikotron's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hikotron ships an update every 2 months, GEX Life weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Hikotron versus GEX Life: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHikotronGEX Life
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB80 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHikotron LimitedGEXLIFE LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Hikotron

No in-app purchases

None

GEX Life

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hikotron free?
Hikotron is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GEX Life free?
GEX Life is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hikotron or GEX Life have ads?
Neither Hikotron nor GEX Life shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hikotron or GEX Life?
Hikotron ships an update every 2 months, and GEX Life weekly. Most recently, Hikotron was updated on October 30, 2026 and GEX Life on November 8, 2026.

Other comparisons