# PlugShare vs EV Charging Stations Map+

PlugShare and EV Charging Stations Map+ both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 54% of PlugShare's written reviews are positive against 24% of EV Charging Stations Map+'s. PlugShare also leads on ratings volume (142K vs 1.9K) and chart position (#38 vs unranked). EV Charging Stations Map+'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ads 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 EV Charging Stations Map+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 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 EV Charging Stations Map+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 1.9K, 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 24% of EV Charging Stations Map+'s.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, EV Charging Stations Map+ weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | EV Charging Stations Map+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (142K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews) | [4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-charging-stations-map-plus/id1601541880/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **142K** | 1.9K |
| Positive reviews | **53.8% of reviews** | 23.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | — |
| Size | 75 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [WALABOK LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/913827467) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #38 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


### EV Charging Stations Map+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ev-charging-stations-map-plus/id1601541880)

Locate the closest Tesla Superchargers instantly or search globally. Plan trips effectively and reduce range anxiety with detailed station information, navigation integration, and live traffic updates. Save favorite locations for quick access.

**Highlights:** Find nearest Superchargers, Search by address or city, Detailed charger information, Navigation integration, Live traffic updates, Save favorite locations

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $26.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Handy app
- 🚀 Useful
- 🚀 Most Accurate
- 🚀 Love the supercharger stations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Waste of time
- 🐛 Terrible app
- 🐛 Pointless app!
- 🐛 App for Spam charges
- 🐛 Scam?

**Reported bugs**

- Good luck finding a charger
- Tesla superchargers
- I doesn't work for me
- Needs updating
- Super charger cut me off

**Requested features**

- Journey planner
- Change from miles to kilometres


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is EV Charging Stations Map+ free?

EV Charging Stations Map+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or EV Charging Stations Map+?

PlugShare and EV Charging Stations Map+ are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 142K and 1.9K ratings respectively.

### Do PlugShare or EV Charging Stations Map+ have ads?

Both PlugShare and EV Charging Stations Map+ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or EV Charging Stations Map+?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and EV Charging Stations Map+ weekly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on September 24, 2026 and EV Charging Stations Map+ on September 25, 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.*