# PlugShare vs EV Companion

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PlugShare at 54% against EV Companion's 13%. PlugShare also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (142K vs 638). EV Companion's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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 and EV Companion sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PlugShare holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 638, 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 13% of EV Companion's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, EV Companion fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | EV Companion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (142K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews)** | [4.2 (638 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-companion/id1574209459/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **142K** | 638 |
| Positive reviews | **53.8% of reviews** | 12.8% 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 | **#36** | #91 |
| Size | 75 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [AppBytes, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1574209461) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Free · Navigation, #151 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


### EV Companion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-companion/id1574209459)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Grossing · Navigation (US App Store)

This app helps electric vehicle owners find charging stations, plan long-distance trips with AI-powered route suggestions, and manage vehicle-specific charging information. It offers real-time availability, pricing, and community feedback for numerous charging networks worldwide. Users can also integrate Tesla accounts for enhanced vehicle status monitoring and remote climate control.

**Highlights:** Real-time charging station availability and pricing, AI-powered trip planning with charging stops, Vehicle-specific charging compatibility, Community feedback on charging locations, Tesla account integration for vehicle status, Directions via multiple map services

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Biannual Premium | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Premium | $59.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent route planning
- 🚗 Helpful for EV drivers
- 💡 Useful features like charging station details

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 💰 Forced subscription model
- 📍 Inaccurate charger locations
- 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive UI
- 🚫 Missing key charging networks

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when planning trips
- Charger information is outdated
- Unable to connect to charging stations

**Requested features**

- Offline map support
- Ability to filter by available chargers
- Integration with payment systems
- Support for more EV models


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is EV Companion free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or EV Companion?

PlugShare is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 142K ratings, while EV Companion averages 4.2 from 638 ratings.

### Do PlugShare or EV Companion have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; EV Companion does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or EV Companion?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and EV Companion fortnightly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on September 26, 2026 and EV Companion on September 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PlugShare or EV Companion?

PlugShare currently peaks at #36 in the App Store charts, and EV Companion at #91. 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.*