# PlugShare vs WattsUp

The clearest difference is rating: PlugShare at 4.7 against WattsUp's 2.0. PlugShare also leads on ratings volume (144K vs 1) and chart position (#40 vs unranked). WattsUp's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlugShare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. WattsUp asks for nothing beyond the download.

PlugShare holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 144K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of PlugShare's written reviews are positive against 46% of WattsUp's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, WattsUp every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | WattsUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (144K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wattsup/id1396993858/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **144K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **54.2% of reviews** | 45.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#40** | — |
| Size | 75 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [Sanctus Media Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1113597031) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Free · Navigation, #174 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlugShare Ad-Free (Monthly) | $1.49 | per month |
| PlugShare Ad-Free (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Comprehensive charging station information
- 📍 Helpful for planning long-distance trips
- ⭐ Useful community-driven updates and reviews
- 🔍 Ability to filter by charger type and network
- 💡 Innovative features like trip planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app updates causing issues
- 🗺️ Mapping and navigation could be improved
- 🔍 Inconsistent or missing charger details
- 🤖 Difficulty updating or adding new stations
- 💸 Concerns about unexpected charges

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### WattsUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wattsup/id1396993858)

This app helps electric vehicle drivers plan routes and find charging stations. It displays comprehensive, up-to-date information on rapid chargers, including their live operational status and alternatives. Users can filter results and receive notifications about charger availability.

**Highlights:** EV route planning, Rapid charger locations, Live charger status, Alternative charger suggestions, Route distance calculation, Customizable filters

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for planning charging stops
- 💡 Shows chargers ahead on route
- 💡 Live charger status data
- 👍 Easy to spot icons with supplier logos
- 👍 Good price filter feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes/hangs
- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 🐛 CarPlay issues (freezing, unresponsive)
- 🐛 Car not listed in database
- 🐛 Address not known/poor mapping

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and refuses to work in CarPlay
- App hangs while searching
- App crashes when trying to update database
- App crashes when trying to select charge points
- App won't open after latest update

**Requested features**

- Add more cars to database
- Improve CarPlay usability and features
- Allow search for specific number of chargers
- Add multipoint routes into Apple Maps
- Add 'saved journey' setting


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is WattsUp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or WattsUp?

PlugShare is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 144K ratings, while WattsUp averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do PlugShare or WattsUp have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; WattsUp does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or WattsUp?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and WattsUp every 6 weeks. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on October 23, 2026 and WattsUp on October 21, 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.*