Comparison

PlugShare vs GO TO

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

Head to head
About

PlugShare

Discover and share EV charging stations worldwide. This app provides a comprehensive map with real-time reviews, photos, and filtering options for various plug types and charging speeds. Plan your electric vehicle trips and find compatible chargers easily.

Highlights
  • EV charging station map
  • Community reviews and photos
  • Filter by plug type and charging speed
  • Real-time station availability
  • EV trip planner
  • Pay with PlugShare
  • Add new stations
Features
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Download the most accurate EV and Tesla charging station map. PlugShare is the world’s largest EV driver community. Drivers contribute station reviews and photos to help the EV community make the most informed charging decisions possible. Drivers can filter the PlugShare map by plug type, including CHAdeMO and SAE/CCS, as well as charging speed, including Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Chargers such as Tesla Superchargers. You can also filter by charging provider – the PlugShare map includes detailed station information for every major EV charging network in North America, Europe, and much of the rest of the world, including: - ChargePoint - Tesla Destination - Electrify America - Supercharger - EVgo - FLO - SemaConnect - Shell Recharge - Renovatio Asset Management - Chargefox - Blink - SemaCharge - Volta - bp pulse - BC Hydro EV - GRIDSERVE Electric Highway - ChargeNet - Sun Country - NRMA - Petro-Canada - Circuit Electrique - Pod Point - Evie Networks - GeniePoint - Vector - Lidl eCharge - Ivy - Osprey Charging Network Ltd With PlugShare, you can: - Find public charging stations compatible with your EV (or EVs if you have multiple electric vehicles) - See each station’s PlugScore™ rating to quickly gauge charger reliability based on real driver reviews - Filter for connector type, charging speed, and amenities like food or bathrooms - Check for station functionality and current availability - Link to your favorite navigation app for directions to your selected charger - Pay for charging with Pay with PlugShare (at participating locations) and monitor your session - Add new charging stations to the map as you discover them - Receive notifications when a new charger is installed nearby - Find all the charging stations along a road trip route with a built-in EV trip planner - Use PlugShare with Apple CarPlay to browse nearby charging locations, bookmarked locations, and trips you've planned from the built-in display of CarPlay compatible vehicles - And more! PlugShare helps drivers find chargers compatible with any EV, including Tesla Model X, Tesla Model Y, and Tesla Model 3; the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Chevrolet Bolt, VW ID.4, Nissan LEAF, BMW i3, Audi e-tron, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Porsche Taycan, Kia e-Niro, Volvo XC40, Polestar and all other electric vehicles on the market. Download PlugShare and join the PlugShare community today! Privacy Policy: https://company.plugshare.com/privacy.html Terms and Conditions: https://company.plugshare.com/terms-embed.html

About

GO TO

This app helps electric vehicle drivers find and reserve charging stations worldwide. It offers smart route planning, real-time session tracking, and a rewards program for charging sessions. Enjoy a stress-free charging experience with guaranteed spots and 24/7 support.

Highlights
  • Global charging station network access
  • Advanced Reservation Technology (ART)
  • Intelligent station filtering
  • Smart route planner for EVs
  • Real-time session tracking
  • Charging history summaries
  • Rewards program
Features
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Find, Reserve & Charge Book your charge. Own your time. GO TO-U is the EV charging app for electric vehicle drivers who want a predictable, convenient, and stress-free charging experience. Find EV charging stations, reserve a charging time slot, check charger availability, start and manage sessions, pay securely, and get support — all in one app. GO TO-U sees you as the driver of the future: smart, responsible, proactive, and ready to move differently. We call drivers like you Uvers. Unlike traditional EV charging apps, GO TO-U is built around smart planning: Green Pin — Reserve your charging time in advance, even if the charger is currently occupied. Blue Pin — Monitor charger availability in real time and see whether a charger is free or in use before you arrive. Whether you're charging during your daily routine, planning a road trip, commuting, or simply looking for a reliable EV charger nearby, GO TO-U makes EV charging easier and more predictable. GO TO-U connects you to charging networks and operators across multiple regions, helping you access a broad ecosystem of charging stations through a single app. KEY FEATURES Reserve your charging time — At Green Pin locations, reserve your EV charging slot in advance and arrive knowing your session is already planned. Check charger availability — See whether a charger is free or occupied before you arrive. Find EV chargers nearby or on your route — Discover charging stations by location, connector type, charging speed, and operator. Plan smarter EV trips — Use route planning to find charging stops that fit your journey, vehicle, and battery level. Start, monitor, and manage sessions — Track your charging session in real time and access your complete charging history. Pay easily and securely — Use card payments and the GO TO-U Wallet where available. Get support when you need it — Contact GO TO-U support to keep every charging session smooth and reliable. Enjoy more than charging — At selected locations, discover partner services, rewards, and special offers while your car charges. GO TO-U turns EV charging into a planned experience, not a guessing game. I don't wait for chargers. Chargers wait for me. Download GO TO-U and join the movement of Uvers driving the future of electric mobility. Book your charge. Own your time.

Screenshots

PlugShare4 screens
GO TO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GO TO at none against PlugShare's 2. GO TO also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (64% vs 54%). PlugShare's advantage is ratings volume (142K vs 105) and chart position (#41 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and monetization model 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. PlugShare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. GO TO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PlugShare against 4.8 for GO TO. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 105, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of PlugShare's written reviews are positive against 64% of GO TO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, GO TO weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
PlugShare versus GO TO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlugShareGO TO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (142K ratings)4.8 (105 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews64.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings142K — better105
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#41 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB97 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRecargo, Inc.Go To-U Inc

Customer experience

PlugShare

All ratings141,757 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews910 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative37.0%

GO TO

All ratings105 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews104 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative32.7%

Bugs and requests

PlugShare

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes or freezes on certain devices
  • Inconsistent behavior when checking in at chargers
  • Issues with saving or syncing user preferences
  • Incorrect or outdated charger information

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved trip planning with multiple stops
  • Ability to view charger availability in real-time
  • Integration with in-car navigation systems
  • Customizable filters and sorting options
  • Notification system for charger status updates

GO TO

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PlugShare

Subscriptions2
  • PlugShare Ad-Free (Monthly)$1.491 Month
  • PlugShare Ad-Free (Annual)$14.991 Year
None

GO TO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PlugShare free?
PlugShare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GO TO free?
GO TO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PlugShare or GO TO?
GO TO is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 142K ratings, while GO TO averages 4.8 from 105 ratings.
Do PlugShare or GO TO have ads?
Both PlugShare and GO TO show ads.
Which is updated more often, PlugShare or GO TO?
PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and GO TO weekly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on September 24, 2026 and GO TO on September 21, 2026.

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