# PlugShare vs Electrify America

PlugShare and Electrify America both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 54% of PlugShare's written reviews are positive against 9% of Electrify America's. PlugShare also leads on ratings volume (144K vs 27K). Electrify America's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PlugShare against 4.6 for Electrify America. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 144K ratings behind it against 27K, 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 9% of Electrify America's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, Electrify America monthly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | Electrify America |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (144K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews)** | [4.6 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/electrify-america/id1458030456/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **144K** | 27K |
| Positive reviews | **54.2% of reviews** | 9.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #39 | **#38** |
| Size | 75 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [Electrify America LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458030455) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #39 Top Free · Navigation, #155 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


### Electrify America

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/electrify-america/id1458030456)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Locate and manage electric vehicle charging sessions with access to a vast network of hyper-fast chargers. Find stations, start and stop charging, track your progress, and receive notifications. Compatible with CarPlay and supports various EV models.

**Highlights:** Find charging stations, Get directions, Manage charging sessions, Real-time charger availability, Contact-free payment, Track charging status, View charging history

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy and fast charging
- 👍 Reliable charging network
- 🤝 Good customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent charger issues and outages
- 🤯 Unreliable app and buggy functionality
- 💰 Expensive charging rates
- 🇨🇦 Not accessible for Canadian users

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to update payment info
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Charging session issues and errors

**Requested features**

- Improved app stability and reliability
- Better integration with navigation apps
- Charging status and history tracking
- Privacy mode for charging details


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is Electrify America free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or Electrify America?

PlugShare is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 144K ratings, while Electrify America averages 4.6 from 27K ratings.

### Do PlugShare or Electrify America have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; Electrify America does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or Electrify America?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and Electrify America monthly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on October 28, 2026 and Electrify America on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PlugShare or Electrify America?

PlugShare currently peaks at #39 in the App Store charts, and Electrify America at #38. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*