# PlugShare vs A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)

The clearest difference is ads: A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) at none against PlugShare's shown. PlugShare's advantage is ratings volume (142K vs 6.5K) and review sentiment (54% vs 37%). 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 A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 A Better Routeplanner (ABRP). That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 6.5K, 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 37% of A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)'s.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (142K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews) | [4.7 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-better-routeplanner-abrp/id1490860521/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **142K** | 6.5K |
| Positive reviews | **53.8% of reviews** | 37.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #40 | **#34** |
| Size | 75 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [Iternio Planning AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490860520) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Free · Navigation, #136 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


### A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-better-routeplanner-abrp/id1490860521)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Grossing · Navigation, #109 Top Free · Navigation (US App Store)

Plan and navigate electric vehicle trips with detailed route suggestions, including charging stops and estimated durations. This tool provides real-time updates and replanning capabilities while driving, supporting a wide range of EV models.

**Highlights:** EV trip planning, Charging stop suggestions, Real-time navigation, Trip replanning, Supports major EV models, Driving mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annually | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate route planning
- 🚀 Helpful for long trips
- 🚀 Indispensable for EV owners
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 Integrates with OBD dongle

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, crashes frequently
- 🔋 Power-hungry on mobile
- 👎 Confusing, unintuitive UI
- 👎 Poor CarPlay integration
- 👎 Unreliable charger information

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes when switching between apps
- Inaccurate range and charging time estimates
- Randomly changes planned routes
- Fails to recognize certain EV models
- Login and account issues

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Better integration with Google/Apple Maps
- Live charger availability status
- Ability to exclude certain chargers
- Improved route editing and customization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) free?

A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)?

PlugShare and A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 142K and 6.5K ratings respectively.

### Do PlugShare or A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) fortnightly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on September 25, 2026 and A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PlugShare or A Better Routeplanner (ABRP)?

PlugShare currently peaks at #40 in the App Store charts, and A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) at #34. 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.*