EVBox Install vs Ford Charge Station Pro Setup
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EVBox Install
This app is for qualified charging station installers to configure specific EVBox and Mercedes-Benz charging stations. It allows for network setup, current adjustment, and firmware updates, making stations operational.
- Configure charging stations
- Connect to local networks (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular)
- Set maximum charge current
- Configure current balancing
- Provide station firmware updates
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Note: EVBox Install is for qualified charging station installers only. Configuring the charging station via EVBox Install app is a mandatory step in making the following stations operational: • EVBox Livo • EVBox Livo 2 • EVBox Liviqo • Mercedes-Benz Wallbox Other stations such as EVBox Elvi, EVBox BusinessLine or EVBox Iqon are configured via the EVBox Connect app instead. ----------------------- With the EVBox Install app, installers can connect to the charging stations listed above and do the following: • Configure the charging station to a local Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular network to enable communication between a charging management service provider and the charging station. • Set the maximum charge current. • Configure the current balancing features. • Provide station firmware updates. All the steps to successfully complete a configuration are explained inside the app. Do you need help with installing the station? Consult the charging station's installation manual.
Ford Charge Station Pro Setup
This application guides users through the setup of their Ford Charge Station Pro, enabling Wi-Fi connectivity and FordPass account registration. It also facilitates the Intelligent Backup Power setup if compatible home equipment and vehicles are present. Post-setup, the app allows for management of charge station connections and viewing of details.
- Wi-Fi connection setup
- FordPass account registration
- Intelligent Backup Power enabling
- Charge station connection management
- View charge station details
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This app will take you through the setup process to unlock all the connected features of your Ford Charge Station Pro, such as connecting to Wi-Fi and registering with your FordPass account. Also, if you have the home equipment and vehicle necessary for Intelligent Backup Power, it will guide you through the backup power-enabling process. Once your Ford Charge Station Pro is set up, you can use this app to manage charge station connections and view details.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EVBox Install at 5.0 against Ford Charge Station Pro Setup's 1.5. EVBox Install also leads on review sentiment (30% vs 8%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Ford Charge Station Pro Setup's advantage is ratings volume (122 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
EVBox Install holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ford Charge Station Pro Setup has 122 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of EVBox Install's written reviews are positive against 8% of Ford Charge Station Pro Setup's.
EVBox Install ships an update monthly, Ford Charge Station Pro Setup every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on July 9, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EVBox Install | Ford Charge Station Pro Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 1.5 (122 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.0% of reviews — better | 8.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 122 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EVBox B.V. | Siemens AG |
Customer experience
EVBox Install
Ford Charge Station Pro Setup
Bugs and requests
EVBox Install
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Ford Charge Station Pro Setup
Reported bugs
12 issues- App fails to detect charger on home network
- WiFi connection drops repeatedly even with strong signal
- Setup process enters infinite loop between CSP and FordPass apps
- Amperage slider (6A-80A) does not control actual charging rate
- App crashes when attempting to sync with FordPass
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- Incorrect password/access code validation during WiFi setup
- Charger becomes undetectable after failed setup attempt
- App freezes during connection process
- WiFi settings button navigates to app list instead of WiFi settings
- Charger stuck in reset mode after support-recommended troubleshooting
- Access Control settings option missing for some users
- Manual FordPass connection fails with 'wrong ID' error despite correct credentials
Requested features
7 requests- Integrate charger setup functionality into FordPass app
- Add dark mode option
- Implement V2H/V2G integration with Enphase systems
- Improve amperage control functionality
- Add scheduled charging information display
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- Show estimated charge completion time
- Display remaining driving range estimates
In-app purchases
EVBox Install
No in-app purchases
Ford Charge Station Pro Setup
No in-app purchases
