# ChargePoint® vs PowerFlex

The clearest difference is rating: PowerFlex at 4.8 against ChargePoint®'s 4.3. PowerFlex also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). ChargePoint®'s advantage is chart position (#21 vs #136) and ratings volume (19K vs 5.2K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

PowerFlex holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19K and 5.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of ChargePoint®'s written reviews are positive against 20% of PowerFlex's.

ChargePoint® ships an update fortnightly, PowerFlex monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChargePoint® | PowerFlex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargepoint/id356866743/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powerflex/id1331137726/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 5.2K |
| Positive reviews | 12.8% of reviews | **20.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | #136 |
| Size | 305 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ChargePoint, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/356866746) | [PowerFlex Systems, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1331137725) |

## What reviewers say

### ChargePoint®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargepoint/id356866743)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Easily locate, use, and pay for EV charging stations. This app provides real-time availability, station details, and seamless charging initiation. Manage both public and home charging in one place.

**Highlights:** Real-time charging station availability map, Charge at roaming partner stations, Customize station filters (car compatibility, charger type), View station details (pricing, popular times, tips), Initiate charging via Tap to charge, app, or RFID, Track charging history and usage, Home charging management

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy and efficient
- 🚀 Seamless transaction
- 👍 User-friendly
- 👍 Helpful for travel

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 User interface issues
- 🐛 Connectivity problems
- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 🔒 Forced auto-reload
- 💰 Overcharging issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Chargers not detected or showing as unavailable
- Charging sessions not recorded properly
- Inability to change charging amperage settings

**Requested features**

- Add more vehicle models
- Improve waitlist and charging status notifications
- Allow manual input of car and battery info
- Provide more charging analytics and customization
- Add option to stop charging at 80% or 90%


### PowerFlex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/powerflex/id1331137726)

**Currently charting:** #136 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Easily charge your electric vehicle by locating nearby stations, initiating charging sessions, and monitoring your progress. Optimize your charging to meet your energy demands and benefit the power grid.

**Highlights:** Locate PowerFlex stations, Start charging sessions, Monitor charge session data, Specify energy demand, Grid-friendly charging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient charging
- 👍 Simple interface
- 🚀 Fast charging
- 💡 Refundable deposit
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app
- 🔒 Privacy concerns
- 💰 Confusing pricing
- 👎 Unintuitive UI
- 🔍 Difficult to use

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Charging sessions fail to start
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Inaccurate charging estimates
- Inability to cancel charging sessions

**Requested features**

- Allow pay-as-you-go option
- Integrate with mobile wallets
- Provide better charging status updates
- Simplify charging process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChargePoint® free?

ChargePoint® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PowerFlex free?

PowerFlex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ChargePoint® or PowerFlex?

PowerFlex is rated higher. ChargePoint® averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while PowerFlex averages 4.8 from 5.2K ratings.

### Do ChargePoint® or PowerFlex have ads?

Neither ChargePoint® nor PowerFlex shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ChargePoint® or PowerFlex?

ChargePoint® ships an update fortnightly, and PowerFlex monthly. Most recently, ChargePoint® was updated on September 25, 2026 and PowerFlex on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ChargePoint® or PowerFlex?

ChargePoint® currently peaks at #21 in the App Store charts, and PowerFlex at #136. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*