# PlugShare vs Charger Map for Tesla

The clearest difference is monetization model: PlugShare at free with in-app purchases against Charger Map for Tesla's subscription. PlugShare also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 35%) and ratings volume (144K vs 12K). Charger Map for Tesla's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlugShare sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Charger Map for Tesla sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PlugShare against 4.7 for Charger Map for Tesla. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 144K ratings behind it against 12K, 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 35% of Charger Map for Tesla's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, Charger Map for Tesla every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | Charger Map for Tesla |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (144K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews) | **[4.7 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charger-map-for-tesla/id1471481469/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **144K** | 12K |
| Positive reviews | **54.1% of reviews** | 35.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#43** | #118 |
| Size | 75 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [yohan teixeira](https://appshunter.io/developer/488660484) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Free · Navigation, #150 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


### Charger Map for Tesla

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charger-map-for-tesla/id1471481469)

**Currently charting:** #118 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

Easily locate nearby supercharger stations for your electric vehicle. Discover amenities at stations, plan routes for road trips, and find nearby destinations to enjoy while charging. The app provides real-time updates on station availability and services.

**Highlights:** Locate nearby supercharger stations, View station amenities (restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi), Detailed station information, Route planning for road trips, Send routes to Tesla GPS, Discover nearby destinations while charging, Constantly updated station list

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro mode | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro mode | $49.99 | per year |
| Display charging locations | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $4.99 | one-time |
| Display charging locations UK | $4.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $5.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $7.99 | one-time |
| 显示目的地充电站位置 | $9.99 | one-time |
| chargeurs à destinations | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro mode | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for finding superchargers
- 👍 Sorted list shows closest chargers first
- 👍 Provides charger details and directions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Missing or outdated charger locations
- 💰 Expensive subscription required for full features
- 🔍 Difficult to test app without paying
- 🤖 Intrusive pop-ups and nag screens
- 🤔 Unreliable or inconsistent performance

**Reported bugs**

- Charger locations not loading properly
- Inability to send charger info to Tesla
- Unauthorized credit card charges reported

**Requested features**

- Show distance between chargers
- Add route planning and trip optimization
- Include charger pricing information
- Allow user reviews of charging stations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is Charger Map for Tesla free?

Charger Map for Tesla is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or Charger Map for Tesla?

Charger Map for Tesla is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 144K ratings, while Charger Map for Tesla averages 4.7 from 12K ratings.

### Do PlugShare or Charger Map for Tesla have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; Charger Map for Tesla does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or Charger Map for Tesla?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and Charger Map for Tesla every 5 weeks. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on November 6, 2026 and Charger Map for Tesla on November 6, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PlugShare or Charger Map for Tesla?

PlugShare currently peaks at #43 in the App Store charts, and Charger Map for Tesla at #118. 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.*