Zero Charging vs TopUp NZ
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Zero Charging
This app helps electric vehicle owners find and manage charging stations across New Zealand. It allows users to locate available chargers, start and track charging sessions, and manage payments all within a single platform.
- Find EV chargers by availability and type
- Interactive map of charging stations
- Start charging by scanning QR code
- Real-time charging status updates
- Track charging sessions
- Save favorite chargers
- View charging statistics
- Add credit/debit card for payment
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Keep your EV charged up with Zero. Brought to you by Meridian Energy, Zero is an EV charging network made to help you get around Aotearoa even easier. To use Zero EV chargers, you’ll need to download our app. It’s the one-stop-shop for all things EV charging, so once it’s at your fingertips, you’ll be good to go. Features include: • Find chargers near you – search by availability and charger type or use our interactive map. • Starting your charge is simple – just scan the QR code on the charger. You’ll receive real time updates on your charging status. • Track your charge – keep an eye on your charge while you’re busy enjoying life. • Personalise your experience – save your frequently used chargers and view your charging stats any time. • Payment made easy – simply add your credit or debit card details and you’re good to go. From starting your charge to paying for your session, everything you need is in one place. The Zero App and Zero Charging Network is powered by Meridian Energy. We believe in doing good for the planet and that means supporting drivers like you who are aiming for zero emissions!
TopUp NZ
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TopUp helps Kiwis save on every fill-up and charge. See live, crowdsourced petrol, diesel and EV charging prices near you, sorted by what's cheapest - then update prices for the community in seconds. • Cheapest nearby - instantly see the best price for your fuel, plus what you'd save to fill your tank. • Trip Planner to find fuel stations and ev station on the way • Every grade - 91, 95, 98, diesel and EV charging. • Snap the board - scan a station's price sign to fill prices automatically. • Real discounts - apply AA Smartfuel, Everyday Rewards, Pumped and more to see what you actually pay. • EV charging - find chargers, see connector status, and estimate charge cost and time for your car. • Maps - fuel pins and colour-coded EV chargers. • Your Garage - track WOF, rego, RUC and servicing, with reminders before they're due. • Trustworthy prices - every price shows how fresh it is. Free to use. Built for New Zealand. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TopUp NZ at every 4 days against Zero Charging's every 3 months. Zero Charging's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Zero Charging ships an update every 3 months, TopUp NZ every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zero Charging | TopUp NZ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 18.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Meridian Energy | Md Abdullah Al Asif Bhuiyan |
In-app purchases
Zero Charging
No in-app purchases
TopUp NZ
No in-app purchases
