Comparison

EV CALC vs Cord EV

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

Head to head
About

EV CALC

Estimate electric vehicle charging time, range, and cost across various charging systems. Features customizable charging speeds, a range slider, and a countdown timer with notifications. Supports all charger types and major EV models, with zero personal data collection and no ads.

Highlights
  • Estimate charge time, range, and cost
  • Customizable charging speeds
  • Range slider for desired range
  • Countdown timer with charge completion notifications
  • Supports all charger types and major EV models
  • Offline timer functionality
  • Zero personal data collection and no ads
Features
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EV CALC lets you easily estimate your electric vehicle charge time, range and cost no matter what charging system you are connecting to. With 4 customisable charging speeds, you can instantly toggle between your common chargers. Simply tap on the charging speed, swipe the range that you need and you'll clearly see the cost, range and time it will take to complete the charge. Quickly set a timer to count down the minutes until your charge is complete. The app will notify you when your charge is at 80%, so you can avoid any idle fees. With one tap and a swipe you'll clearly see: - How long your charge will take - How much it will cost - When it will be finished With all the varied charging options out there - this app keeps things simple and reliable. With the bonus features: - Most common presets configurable in the settings - Accurate range calculator - Auto EV car setup with an accurate range estimate - Supports all charger types and major models of Electric Cars - Zero personal data collection and no adverts - Sustainable dev, minimum app size so that you can download instantly while mobile - Offline timer, even if you accidentally close the app we'll still notify you Perfect for any Tesla, BMW, Nissan, Lucid Air, Mercedes EV, etc. Compatible with all major charging networks, Pod Point, Osprey, Shell Recharge, BP Pulse, Zero Carbon World, Blink, Electricity America, EVGO, Alfa, MFG, Chademo, and Tesla Super Chargers.

About

Cord EV

Manage and monitor your electric vehicle charging remotely to reduce costs and environmental impact. Schedule charging times, track expenses, and ensure secure access to your charger.

Highlights
  • Remote EV charging management
  • Automatic and manual scheduling
  • Cost and CO2 emissions tracking
  • Secure charger access
  • Real-time charging insights
  • Live chat support
Features
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With a Cord charger and our smart energy assistant, we’ll take care of your EV charging needs, helping you save both time and money, wherever you are. With the Cord app, you can easily manage and monitor your EV charging remotely—helping you reduce energy costs and your carbon footprint. The app puts you in full control, allowing you to charge your EV with a simple tap, schedule cost-effective charging times, and track the cost of each session. Key Features: Automatic Scheduling: Tell us how much charge you need and when you’re plugging in, and let our Smart Energy Assistant handle the rest. Your car will charge during the most affordable and eco-friendly times. Manual Scheduling: Set the exact time you want your EV to charge, and we'll take care of the details. Instant Charge: Start charging your EV as soon as you plug it in—no delays. Insights: Get real-time data on your charging costs, CO2 emissions, and energy usage, as well as a breakdown of past charging sessions. Secure Charging: Protect your charger from unauthorized access. Charging only starts once you authorize it through the app. Security Log: Track any attempts at unauthorized use of your charger with our detailed security logs. Live Chat: Connect with our dedicated support team based in the UK via the app for any assistance. Compatible with Cord EV chargers. Find out more: E: hello@cord-ev.com W: https://www.cord-ev.com/

Screenshots

EV CALC4 screens
Cord EV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: EV CALC at 94% against Cord EV's 19%. EV CALC also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

EV CALC ships an update every 3 weeks, Cord EV every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 10, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EV CALC versus Cord EV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEV CALCCord EV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.8% of reviews — better19.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUlterium LtdCord Power Technologies Ltd

Customer experience

EV CALC

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive93.8%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.1%

Cord EV

Written reviews21 reviews
Positive19.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative76.2%

In-app purchases

None

EV CALC

No in-app purchases

None

Cord EV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is EV CALC free?
EV CALC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cord EV free?
Cord EV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do EV CALC or Cord EV have ads?
Neither EV CALC nor Cord EV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EV CALC or Cord EV?
EV CALC ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cord EV every 2 weeks. Most recently, EV CALC was updated on June 10, 2026 and Cord EV on September 18, 2026.

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