# PlugShare vs viveEV

The clearest difference is review sentiment: viveEV at 100% against PlugShare's 54%. viveEV also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). PlugShare's advantage is ratings volume (142K vs 3) and chart position (#39 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

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

viveEV holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of viveEV's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, viveEV every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | viveEV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (142K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viveev/id6503000489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **142K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 54.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#39** | — |
| Size | 75 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [PNEsystem](https://appshunter.io/developer/1741492422) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #39 Top Free · Navigation, #163 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


### viveEV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viveev/id6503000489)

Locate and manage EV charging stations with real-time availability and pricing. Filter stations by car compatibility and charger type, then start charging directly through the app. Track your charging history and receive instant updates on session costs and completion.

**Highlights:** Real-time charging station availability map, Customizable station filters (car compatibility, charger type), Detailed station information (price, history), Direct charging initiation, Full charging activity tracking, Real-time notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is viveEV free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or viveEV?

viveEV is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 142K ratings, while viveEV averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do PlugShare or viveEV have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; viveEV does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or viveEV?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and viveEV every 4 days. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on October 14, 2026 and viveEV on October 1, 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.*