Comparison

PlugShare vs EVNavPro

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PlugShare

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
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Download the most accurate EV and Tesla charging station map. PlugShare is the world’s largest EV driver community. Drivers contribute station reviews and photos to help the EV community make the most informed charging decisions possible. Drivers can filter the PlugShare map by plug type, including CHAdeMO and SAE/CCS, as well as charging speed, including Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Chargers such as Tesla Superchargers. You can also filter by charging provider – the PlugShare map includes detailed station information for every major EV charging network in North America, Europe, and much of the rest of the world, including: - ChargePoint - Tesla Destination - Electrify America - Supercharger - EVgo - FLO - SemaConnect - Shell Recharge - Renovatio Asset Management - Chargefox - Blink - SemaCharge - Volta - bp pulse - BC Hydro EV - GRIDSERVE Electric Highway - ChargeNet - Sun Country - NRMA - Petro-Canada - Circuit Electrique - Pod Point - Evie Networks - GeniePoint - Vector - Lidl eCharge - Ivy - Osprey Charging Network Ltd With PlugShare, you can: - Find public charging stations compatible with your EV (or EVs if you have multiple electric vehicles) - See each station’s PlugScore™ rating to quickly gauge charger reliability based on real driver reviews - Filter for connector type, charging speed, and amenities like food or bathrooms - Check for station functionality and current availability - Link to your favorite navigation app for directions to your selected charger - Pay for charging with Pay with PlugShare (at participating locations) and monitor your session - Add new charging stations to the map as you discover them - Receive notifications when a new charger is installed nearby - Find all the charging stations along a road trip route with a built-in EV trip planner - Use PlugShare with Apple CarPlay to browse nearby charging locations, bookmarked locations, and trips you've planned from the built-in display of CarPlay compatible vehicles - And more! PlugShare helps drivers find chargers compatible with any EV, including Tesla Model X, Tesla Model Y, and Tesla Model 3; the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Chevrolet Bolt, VW ID.4, Nissan LEAF, BMW i3, Audi e-tron, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Porsche Taycan, Kia e-Niro, Volvo XC40, Polestar and all other electric vehicles on the market. Download PlugShare and join the PlugShare community today! Privacy Policy: https://company.plugshare.com/privacy.html Terms and Conditions: https://company.plugshare.com/terms-embed.html

About

EVNavPro

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EVNavPro - Professional EV Navigation, Reimagined. Plan every trip with confidence. EVNavPro is the go-to app for electric vehicle drivers who demand more: more precision, more data, more control. Whether you are an individual driver, a business traveler or an EV fleet manager, EVNavPro is the tool you need. SMART EV NAVIGATION Find the best charging stations along your route in real time. EVNavPro calculates your itinerary based on your vehicle range, station availability and estimated charging time - so you always reach your destination. ADVANCED TRIP PLANNING Optimize long-distance trips with our intelligent route planning engine. Automatically add charging stops, compare multiple routes and hit the road with peace of mind. REAL-TIME CHARGING STATION DATABASE Access thousands of charging stations across Canada and beyond. Filter by connector type, network, charging power and real-time availability. HOTELS & SERVICES NEARBY Find hotels, restaurants and services located near charging stations. Perfect for long-distance travel - charge your car while you recharge yourself. PROFESSIONAL DASHBOARD Track your charging history, analyze your energy consumption and manage multiple vehicles from one intuitive dashboard. SMART ALERTS & NOTIFICATIONS Receive real-time alerts on station availability, network outages and route updates. WHY EVNAVPRO? - Clean, fast and intuitive interface - Compatible with all electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles - Regular charging data updates - Works in Canada, the United States and Europe - Professional-grade features for everyday drivers and fleet managers Download EVNavPro - Navigate Pro.

Screenshots

PlugShare4 screens
EVNavPro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EVNavPro at none against PlugShare's 2. EVNavPro also leads on ads (none vs shown). PlugShare's advantage is chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
PlugShare versus EVNavPro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlugShareEVNavPro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (144K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews54.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings144K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#49 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRecargo, Inc.Tan Loc Le

Bugs and requests

PlugShare

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

EVNavPro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PlugShare

Subscriptions2
  • PlugShare Ad-Free (Monthly)$1.491 Month
  • PlugShare Ad-Free (Annual)$14.991 Year
None

EVNavPro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PlugShare free?
PlugShare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EVNavPro free?
EVNavPro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PlugShare or EVNavPro have ads?
PlugShare shows ads; EVNavPro does not.

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