# ChargePoint® vs Chargemap

ChargePoint® and Chargemap both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of Chargemap's written reviews are positive against 12% of ChargePoint®'s. ChargePoint®'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chargemap sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. ChargePoint® asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for ChargePoint® against 4.2 for Chargemap. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ChargePoint® has 19K ratings behind it against 175, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 12% of ChargePoint®'s written reviews are positive against 56% of Chargemap's.

ChargePoint® ships an update fortnightly, Chargemap every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChargePoint® | Chargemap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargepoint/id356866743/reviews)** | [4.2 (175 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargemap-charging-stations/id438176982/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 175 |
| Positive reviews | 12.4% of reviews | **55.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 305 MB | 307 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ChargePoint, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/356866746) | [Chargemap](https://appshunter.io/developer/1111691078) |

## What reviewers say

### ChargePoint®

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

**Currently charting:** #24 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%


### Chargemap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargemap-charging-stations/id438176982)

Locate and plan routes to electric vehicle charging stations across Europe. Find stations based on filters like speed, cost, and connector type. Join a community of EV drivers for real-time updates and shared experiences.

**Highlights:** Locate charging stations with filters, Plan EV routes, Community-rated station information, Manage charging with Chargemap Pass, Supports over 1800 charging networks, Real-time user updates and comments

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chargemap Boost monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Chargemap Plus Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Chargemap Boost Annualy | $69.90 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChargePoint® free?

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

### Is Chargemap free?

Chargemap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

ChargePoint® is rated higher. ChargePoint® averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Chargemap averages 4.2 from 175 ratings.

### Do ChargePoint® or Chargemap have ads?

Chargemap shows ads; ChargePoint® does not.

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

ChargePoint® ships an update fortnightly, and Chargemap every 9 days. Most recently, ChargePoint® was updated on November 9, 2026 and Chargemap on November 8, 2026.

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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.*