# PlugShare vs Insert Coin

PlugShare and Insert Coin both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Insert Coin's written reviews are positive against 54% of PlugShare's. Insert Coin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). PlugShare's advantage is ratings volume (142K vs 17) and chart position (#36 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence 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. Insert Coin asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PlugShare against 4.8 for Insert Coin. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PlugShare has 142K ratings behind it against 17, 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 100% of Insert Coin's.

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, Insert Coin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PlugShare | Insert Coin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (142K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plugshare-charging-stations/id421788217/reviews) | **[4.8 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insert-coin-arcade-locator/id6664072981/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **142K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#36** | — |
| Size | 75 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Recargo, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405168587) | [Simon Daigre](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764829729) |

## What reviewers say

### PlugShare

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

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Free · Navigation, #148 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


### Insert Coin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insert-coin-arcade-locator/id6664072981)

Discover nearby venues featuring arcade games like pinball, foosball, pool, and darts. Contribute to a community-driven database, use personalized filters, and explore an interactive map to find your next gaming spot.

**Highlights:** Locate venues with arcade games, Contribute to a collaborative database, Use personalized game filters, Explore an interactive map, Receive machine update notifications

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PlugShare free?

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

### Is Insert Coin free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PlugShare or Insert Coin?

Insert Coin is rated higher. PlugShare averages 4.7 out of 5 from 142K ratings, while Insert Coin averages 4.8 from 17 ratings.

### Do PlugShare or Insert Coin have ads?

PlugShare shows ads; Insert Coin does not.

### Which is updated more often, PlugShare or Insert Coin?

PlugShare ships an update every 3 weeks, and Insert Coin fortnightly. Most recently, PlugShare was updated on September 26, 2026 and Insert Coin on September 18, 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.*