Comparison

ChargePoint® vs Presto

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

Head to head
About

ChargePoint®

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
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FIND. CHARGE. PAY. GO. The ChargePoint app seamlessly connects drivers to the world’s largest EV charging network with hundreds of thousands of available stations and roaming partners to choose from. Finding, using and paying for charging your EV has never been easier. The ChargePoint app is the only all-in-one driver solution with smooth tech integrations and premium driver features so you can finally leave your wallet at home. Charge, drive and live better now with the ChargePoint app. Download the ChargePoint app to: FIND A PLACE TO CHARGE Discover real-time charging station availability with the ChargePoint map. CHARGE AT ROAMING PARTNER STATIONS Use your ChargePoint app and account to charge at FLO, EVgo, Greenlot and EV Connect stations. CUSTOMIZE YOUR STATION FILTERS Use filters to see only stations that work with your car and filter for AC or DC fast chargers for maximum convenience. SEE EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Find the most important information about a charging station, including station availability, pricing, popular times to charge, charging history, driver tips and more. START CHARGING INSTANTLY Begin charging via Tap to charge, directly in the ChargePoint app or with your RFID card. TRACK YOUR COMPLETE CHARGING ACTIVITY See your charging history and trends, including miles added and cost. Easily control both your public and home charging in a single app. GET LIVE UPDATES Receive real-time notifications and reminders about your charging status, including when a station becomes available, your car finishes charging and a charging session’s cost. ENJOY CONVENIENT WIDGETS Activate widgets to seamlessly find nearby stations, view your charging status, manage home charging and more without opening the app. Choose the right ChargePoint widgets for you from Lock screen, Home screen, StandBy mode and macOS. LEARN FROM DRIVER TIPS Get station advice complete with photos from other drivers to better navigate and enjoy ChargePoint’s global app and roaming network. CHARGE AT HOME Use the ChargePoint app to charge your EV at home with ChargePoint Home Flex. Schedule charging, set reminders, get notifications, track usage and more. JOIN A VIRTUAL WAITLIST Reserve a charging spot from anywhere via our virtual Waitlist feature. MAXIMIZE CHARGING WITH YOUR APPLE WATCH Tap to charge with your Apple Watch to start charging instantly and easily see miles added to your range. LOCATE STATIONS AND MORE WITH CARPLAY Easily access charging info while on the road with your CarPlay in-vehicle display.

About

Presto

Find, pay for, and manage your electric vehicle charging all in one place. Discover reliable charging stations, optimize your charging with smart recommendations, and save money with flexible plans or pay-as-you-go options. Compatible with a wide range of EV brands.

Highlights
  • Find charging stations on real-time map
  • Pay for charging across networks
  • Smart charging station recommendations
  • EV charging plans for savings
  • Monitor charging sessions
  • Track usage and receive notifications
Features
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Charge your electric vehicle (EV) with Presto — the EV charging app to find, pay for, and manage your EV charging. Whether you drive a Tesla, Rivian, Kia or other electric car, Presto's got you covered with fast, reliable charging. ▶ ONE-STOP EV CHARGING ◀ • Find and pay for fast charging across multiple charging networks with Presto’s single app and real time map ▶ RECOMMENDATIONS FOR RELIABLE CHARGING ◀ • Presto's smart algorithms recommend reliable charging stations, aligning with your route and needs ▶ SAVE ON CHARGING ◀ • Opt for a charging plan for savings, or use a flexible payment option to pay as you go across networks with a single charging app ▶ CUSTOMIZED FOR EV CORPORATE FLEETS ◀ • Leverage tailored discounts and dedicated support, streamlining charging operations for EV fleets and beyond ▶ CONNECTIVITY AND CUSTOMIZATION ◀ • Activate and monitor charging sessions on your device, with notifications to keep you informed every step of the way ▶ TAILORED CHARGING EXPERIENCE ◀ • Receive individualized charging suggestions and effortlessly track your usage, compatible with a range of EVs, including Ford, Hyundai, Chevy and other leading brands ▶ A COMMUNITY OF EV ENTHUSIASTS ◀ • Join a thriving community of EV drivers enjoying an effortless and enjoyable charging experience ▶ EV CHARGING PLANS FOR EVERY DRIVER ◀ Choose your plan, save on charging, and embark on your EV journey with confidence, knowing Presto has you covered. Charge smarter and join the ranks of satisfied EV drivers — from Tesla aficionados to Kia enthusiasts — by downloading Presto. For assistance or to learn more, visit https://www.prestocharging.com/.

Screenshots

ChargePoint®4 screens
Presto4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Presto at 78% against ChargePoint®'s 13%. Presto also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.3). ChargePoint®'s advantage is chart position (#20 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Presto holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19K and 5.9K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of ChargePoint®'s written reviews are positive against 78% of Presto's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
ChargePoint® versus Presto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChargePoint®Presto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (19K ratings)4.9 (5.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews12.7% of reviews78.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19K — better5.9K
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#20 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size305 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChargePoint, Inc.Chargepass Inc

Customer experience

ChargePoint®

All ratings18,811 ratings
Positive82.6%
Neutral2.6%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews1,425 reviews
Positive12.7%
Neutral10.9%
Negative76.4%

Presto

All ratings5,854 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews138 reviews
Positive78.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative17.4%

User reviews

ChargePoint®

From 19K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Presto

From 5.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helpful customer service
  • 🚀 Easy to use app
  • 💰 Cost-efficient charging
  • 🔍 Accurate charger information

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable chargers
  • ⏱️ Long wait times at stations
  • 🚘 Compatibility issues with some EVs

Bugs and requests

ChargePoint®

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

8 requests
  • 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%
Show 3 more
  • Improve geographic marker accuracy on map
  • Allow adding charging locations/stations
  • Provide option to choose reload amount

Presto

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Payment issues at charging stations
  • App crashes when switching between charging stations

Requested features

3 requests
  • Integrate with rental car reservations
  • Offer more subscription plan options
  • Provide real-time charger availability updates

In-app purchases

None

ChargePoint®

No in-app purchases

None

Presto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ChargePoint® free?
ChargePoint® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Presto free?
Presto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ChargePoint® or Presto?
Presto is rated higher. ChargePoint® averages 4.3 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Presto averages 4.9 from 5.9K ratings.
Do ChargePoint® or Presto have ads?
Neither ChargePoint® nor Presto shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChargePoint® or Presto?
ChargePoint® ships an update fortnightly, and Presto fortnightly. Most recently, ChargePoint® was updated on September 27, 2026 and Presto on September 25, 2026.

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