EVCS vs Open
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EVCS
Find and use public electric vehicle charging stations powered by renewable energy. This app allows drivers to locate stations, manage subscriptions for cost-effective plans, and initiate charging sessions seamlessly. Track your charging history and manage your account easily.
- Find EV chargers on an interactive map
- Manage EV charging subscription plans
- Start charging via station ID or QR code
- View charging history
- Update account information
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About EVCS: EVCS is one of the largest public EV charging networks on the U.S. West Coast. Our mission is to accelerate access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable EV Charging. Powered by 100% renewable energy, EVCS develops, owns, and operates Level 2 and DC Fast charging stations for all EV models on the market today, including Tesla. By using this app, drivers can enjoy a variety of EV charging services and subscription plans. App Features: Interactive map: Quickly find chargers near you by searching an address, city or zip code. Exclusive charging services: Enroll and update subscription to cost-effective charging plans; cancel anytime. Seamless charging: Simply enter the station ID or scan the QR code on the station with your phone to start charging. Account management: View your charging history and update your account with ease. Download the EVCS app today!
Open
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Open-Door is a free, anonymous platform designed to help people experiencing homelessness find immediate assistance — no account, no ID, and no smartphone required. Built for placement on kiosks in urban transit stations across Toronto, HopeLink removes the barriers that often prevent people from accessing the help they need. Simply walk up, tap a category, and find nearby services within walking distance. WHAT YOU CAN FIND • Shelters — Emergency overnight shelters and transitional housing near you • Food — Food banks, free meal programs, and food delivery services with real data from 211 Ontario • Medical — Free and low-cost walk-in clinics, community health centres, and hospitals • Hygiene — Public showers, laundry facilities, and washrooms • Transportation — Nearby TTC and GO Transit stations • Legal Aid — Free legal clinics for low-income residents, no ID required • Employment — Job training, resume help, and placement programs • Mental Health — Crisis centres, counselling, and peer support • Drop-in Centres — Safe spaces with meals, clothing, computers, and phone access • Clothing — Free clothing banks and emergency clothing distribution
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Verdict
EVCS and Open are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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.
EVCS ships an update every 3 weeks, Open every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EVCS | Open |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (116 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 40.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 116 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 100 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EV Charging Solutions | K12 Ventures Foundation, Inc. |
Bugs and requests
EVCS
Reported bugs
15 issues- App crashes when scanning QR codes
- Login button greyed out and unresponsive
- Invalid credentials error on login attempts
- App randomly logs users out during sessions
- Password reset flow completely broken
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- Map fails to load (shows blank white canvas)
- Register and Forgot Password links overlap on small phones
- App freezes and self-closes during QR scanning
- Charging sessions stop abruptly without reason
- App incompatible with iOS 17
- Charger status inaccurate (shows available when offline)
- Pre-authorization holds not released as promised
- Multiple duplicate holds on single charging attempt
- App timeouts during charging initiation
- Charger interface confusing and poorly labeled
Requested features
13 requests- Fix QR code scanning functionality
- Add Face ID or PIN authentication
- Implement password reset via web browser
- Add in-app account deletion option
- Improve charger maintenance and reliability
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- Expand network to additional states
- Add faster charging units (250 kW+)
- Implement stricter EV-only parking enforcement
- Extend charging cables for better accessibility
- Allow pay-as-you-go without mandatory subscription
- Fix login button responsiveness on new app
- Improve map display functionality
- Add offline mode for charger information
Open
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
EVCS
No in-app purchases
Open
No in-app purchases
