Comparison

Exploren vs Jervis Bay

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

Head to head
About

Exploren

Discover and navigate to electric vehicle charging stations nationwide. Easily manage your account, link a payment method, and start/pay for charging sessions. Track your charging history and filter stations by speed and price.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations
  • Navigate to chargepoints
  • Check chargepoint availability
  • Reserve chargepoints
  • Scan QR code or use RFID
  • Automated billing
  • View charging history
  • Filter by charging speed
  • See charging costs upfront
Features
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Get ready for your next electric vehicle adventure by downloading the award-winning Exploren App. Exploren allows you to find charging stations across the country with our open access EV charging network. You can create your own account, and link a credit card to easily start and pay for charging across our entire network. The Exploren App allows you to keep charged up while charging from home, at work, or out and about. Get out there and get Exploren! With our app you get: Search: Find and navigate to our public chargepoints Availability: Check status and reserve a chargepoint User Access: Scan the QR code or program an RFID card into your account. Automated billing: Upload your credit card details for PAYG History: All your charging history recorded on the APP Filter: Based on required charging speed Pricing: Easily see how much it will cost to charge, before you plug in

About

Jervis Bay

Features
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Jervis Bay is home to some of the whitest sand beaches on Earth, crystal-clear waters that rival anywhere in the world, and a stunning blend of coastal and bushland experiences. But with so much to explore across the region, knowing where to start can be overwhelming. This app is your personal guide to the bay. Whether you're after the perfect swimming beach, a coastal walk with breathtaking views, a cozy café overlooking the water, or a hidden picnic spot away from the crowds – we've got you covered. Every morning, discover our beach and adventure picks of the day. Browse curated collections for families, nature lovers, foodies, and adventure seekers. Check what's on, from local markets to festivals. Build itineraries for your visit, or use it daily to find something new in your own backyard. From Huskisson to Hyams Beach, from Booderee National Park to the Sands Walk – experience the complete guide to Jervis Bay. *Feature Highlights* # Curated Daily Picks Wake up to fresh beach and adventure recommendations, perfectly matched to the season and conditions. # Explore with Confidence From iconic Hyams Beach to hidden coastal trails, find detailed information on every beach, walk, restaurant, and attraction across Jervis Bay Territory and the surrounding region. # Plan Your Perfect Day Build custom itineraries, save your favorites, and never miss an event with our What's On guide. # Discover by Collection Explore curated experiences: family-friendly spots, dog-friendly beaches, bushwalking trails, local dining, and more. # Navigate Like a Local Integrated maps show you exactly where to go, with direct navigation to every location. # Always Up to Date Live events, seasonal highlights, and the latest happenings – all in real-time.

Screenshots

Exploren4 screens
Jervis Bay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Exploren at Free against Jervis Bay's $5.99. Exploren also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 26.0). On 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

Exploren is free to download; Jervis Bay costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Exploren versus Jervis Bay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExplorenJervis Bay
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating1.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEve Australia Pty LtdAndrew Hutchinson

Bugs and requests

Exploren

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • No way to exit menu to map
  • App not working after update
  • App unable to open
  • App stuck on ending session
  • Payment does not work
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  • QR code does not work
  • Charges double/incorrectly
  • Constant spam notifications
  • Chargers unresponsive
  • App disconnected during charging session
  • New app improvements suck (behavior change)
  • No visibility of charging status of idling vehicles
  • Chargers not recognized by app
  • Chargers offline for ages

Requested features

8 requests
  • Support Chargefox RFID cards and roaming
  • Simple card payment at charger
  • Support Apple ID and/or Apple Pay
  • Guest charging with Apple Pay
  • Show car's battery percentage
Show 3 more
  • Improve login process (e.g., passcode speed)
  • Bring on card payments
  • Replace generic image on charging screen

Jervis Bay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Exploren

No in-app purchases

None

Jervis Bay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Exploren free?
Exploren is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jervis Bay free?
Jervis Bay costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Exploren or Jervis Bay have ads?
Neither Exploren nor Jervis Bay shows ads.

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