Comparison

NissanConnect® EV & Services vs FlowEv

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

Head to head
About

NissanConnect® EV & Services

Manage your Nissan LEAF's charging, climate control, and battery status remotely from your mobile device. Receive notifications and utilize features like remote door lock/unlock for enhanced convenience and security.

Highlights
  • Remote Start Charge
  • Remote Battery Status Check
  • Remote Climate Control
  • Plug-in Reminder Notification
  • Charge Complete Notification
  • Remote Door Lock/Unlock
Features
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The NissanConnect® EV & Services** app is designed especially for owners and drivers of the Nissan LEAF® (Model Year 2018-2025). The NissanConnect EV & Services** app lets you manage the unique features of your LEAF like charging the battery, adjusting climate controls and checking the battery status, all from your mobile device. You can also personalize the app dashboard with the features that you use the most. LEAF drivers require an active subscription to access the features of NissanConnect EV**, but it is complimentary for the first three years of ownership. NissanConnect EV & Services is available for the following models and trim levels (Model Year 2018-2025): - LEAF SV - LEAF SV PLUS - LEAF SL PLUS Model year 2018-2025 LEAF owners require an active subscription to NissanConnect EV with Services** powered by SiriusXM®. If you have not yet enrolled in NissanConnect EV with Services** download the NissanConnect EV & Services app or visit www.owners.nissanusa.com. For more information on set up and using the NissanConnect EV & Services** app visit www.owners.nissanusa.com or contact a NissanConnect EV Customer Support Specialist at (877) NO GAS EV , Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time. Have feedback? Open the main menu in the app and click "HELP & SUPPORT". From there, you'll find methods to reach a NissanConnect EV Customer Support Specialist, like by calling (877) NO GAS EV or by sending an email to Nissanownerservices@nissan-usa.com. Please make sure to mention your device type to ensure that we can properly address your feedback. This app allows model year 2018-2025 LEAF owners to access these features**: •Remote Start Charge •Remote Battery Status Check •Remote Climate Control On/Off •Remote Climate Control Timer •Plug-in Reminder Notification •Charge Complete Notification •My Car Finder* •Remote Door Lock/Unlock* •Remote Horn & Lights* •Curfew, Boundary and Speed alerts* •and more Please see important information below on 3G cellular network discontinuatio impacting MY11-17 LEAF vehicles***. Please note that the Apple Watch app is a companion app and cannot be used without first downloading the iOS app and logging in. * Feature availability is dependent on vehicle model, trim level, packaging and options. ** Available services/features may be shown. Use feature only when safe and legal. Compatible device and service required. Subject to third party service availability. For more information see http://www.nissanusa.com/connect/legal ***The NissanConnect Services telematics program is affected by AT&T’s decision to discontinue its 3G cellular network. As of February 22, 2022, all Nissan vehicles equipped with telematics hardware compatible for use with the 3G cellular network will be unable to connect to the 3G network and unable to access the NissanConnect Services features. Clients having purchased a Nissan vehicle with this type of hardware must have enrolled in NissanConnect Services prior to June 1, 2021 to activate the service to have received access through February 22, 2022 (access is subject to cellular network availability and coverage limitations). For more information, please visit http://www.nissanusa.com/connect/support.

About

FlowEv

Initiate electric vehicle charging instantly by scanning a QR code or using NFC. The app automatically starts the charging process and sends notifications until completion, offering a seamless and hands-free experience.

Highlights
  • Instant charging activation
  • QR code scanning
  • NFC functionality
  • Automatic charging start
  • Real-time charging notifications
  • Hassle-free user experience
Features
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Instant Charging Feature
 Start charging your vehicle immediately by simply scanning the QR code on the charger or using the NFC function. The charging process begins automatically, without any extra steps, and you’ll receive notifications throughout, including when charging is complete. This streamlined experience allows for a hassle-free charging process without requiring any further interaction.

Screenshots

NissanConnect® EV & Services4 screens
FlowEv4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NissanConnect® EV & Services at 4.4 against FlowEv's 2.3. NissanConnect® EV & Services also leads on ratings volume (4.2K vs 3) and review sentiment (8% vs 0%). FlowEv's advantage is monetization model (free vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

NissanConnect® EV & Services holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NissanConnect® EV & Services has 4.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of NissanConnect® EV & Services's written reviews are positive against 0% of FlowEv's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NissanConnect® EV & Services ships an update every 2 months, FlowEv every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NissanConnect® EV & Services versus FlowEv: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNissanConnect® EV & ServicesFlowEv
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4.2K ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews8.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.2K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNissan North America Inc.Triple J Technologies LLC

Customer experience

NissanConnect® EV & Services

All ratings4,185 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews184 reviews
Positive8.2%
Neutral16.8%
Negative75.0%

FlowEv

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

NissanConnect® EV & Services

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Can't create account due to VIN issues
  • Fails to update charge status
  • Remote commands often don't work

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to stop charging at a set percentage
  • Improved climate control scheduling
  • More detailed driving data and analytics

FlowEv

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NissanConnect® EV & Services

No in-app purchases

None

FlowEv

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NissanConnect® EV & Services free?
NissanConnect® EV & Services is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FlowEv free?
FlowEv is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NissanConnect® EV & Services or FlowEv?
NissanConnect® EV & Services is rated higher. NissanConnect® EV & Services averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.2K ratings, while FlowEv averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do NissanConnect® EV & Services or FlowEv have ads?
Neither NissanConnect® EV & Services nor FlowEv shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NissanConnect® EV & Services or FlowEv?
NissanConnect® EV & Services ships an update every 2 months, and FlowEv every 3 days. Most recently, NissanConnect® EV & Services was updated on October 28, 2026 and FlowEv on October 16, 2026.

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