OpConnect vs Electrify America
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OpConnect
Find and pay for electric vehicle charging with a searchable map. View charger status, get directions, and manage your charging history and payment methods.
- Searchable map of EV charging stations
- View charger status and availability
- In-app payment for charging
- Driving directions to stations
- Save favorite charging stations
- View charging session history
- Manage payment cards and profile
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The OpConnect smartphone application lets users locate electric vehicle charging stations through a searchable map with GPS capability and pay for charging on those stations with an OpConnect account. The map enables users to view the status and availability of OpConnect managed chargers near their current location. Once a charging station is selected, driving directions are offered. Also, stations can be saved to the user’s favorites, allowing quick and easy access to the stations they use the most. Additional features include viewing charging session and billing history, managing payment cards, and editing their profile for OpConnect members
Electrify America
Locate and manage electric vehicle charging sessions with access to a vast network of hyper-fast chargers. Find stations, start and stop charging, track your progress, and receive notifications. Compatible with CarPlay and supports various EV models.
- Find charging stations
- Get directions
- Manage charging sessions
- Real-time charger availability
- Contact-free payment
- Track charging status
- View charging history
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Your companion for easy charging on the go! The Electrify America app makes electric vehicle (EV) charging simple with access to the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the U.S. Use it to find nearby charging stations, manage your charging sessions, and more — all right from your phone. Compatible with CarPlay. Public Charging Charge in as little as 30 minutes with Electrify America’s Hyper-Fast chargers. The Electrify America app helps you locate stations, start charging, and keep track of your sessions. Key Features in the App: - Find an Electrify America charging station - Get directions to the nearest station - Become an Electrify America Pass or Pass+ member to access member benefits - Take advantage of charging benefits With a Free Electrify America Pass Membership, You Can: - See real-time charger availability and get notified when a charger opens up - Pay contact-free through the app - Favorite your go-to charging stations for easy access - Start and stop charging right from your phone - Track your charging status while you shop or dine nearby - Get notified when your EV reaches your desired state of charge - View your charging history and get receipts emailed directly to you Upgrade to Pass+ for only $7 per month and save about 25% on charging while still enjoying all the benefits listed above. Electrify America’s powerful DC fast charging stations support all CCS (SAE Combo) and CHAdeMO-compatible EVs. You can also use the app to find Electrify America’s Level 2 chargers (with J1772 connectors). Electrify America supports 14+ major automakers and is compatible with most EVs on the road today, including popular models like Volkswagen ID.4, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and BMW i4. Plug&Charge: Electrify America offers Plug&Charge at all our DC fast chargers for a seamless charging experience. Simply plug in, and the charger communicates with your EV to handle the rest. Plug&Charge is only available for capable EVs. To find out if your EV is Plug&Charge capable, please contact your vehicle's manufacturer, look at your vehicle's owner's manual for more information, or visit our Plug&Charge page here: https://www.electrifyamerica.com/plug-and-charge/ Happy charging!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Electrify America at 4.6 against OpConnect's 3.5. Electrify America also leads on ratings volume (27K vs 260) and chart position (#35 vs unranked). OpConnect's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Electrify America holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electrify America has 27K ratings behind it against 260, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 14% of OpConnect's written reviews are positive against 9% of Electrify America's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
OpConnect ships an update every 5 weeks, Electrify America monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OpConnect | Electrify America |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (260 ratings) | 4.6 (27K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.7% of reviews — better | 9.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 260 | 27K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #35 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 43 MB | 140 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OpConnect, LLC | Electrify America LLC |
Customer experience
OpConnect
Electrify America
User reviews
OpConnect
From 260 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💡 Free charging
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient charging locations
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 🔒 Excessive personal data required
- 💰 Mandatory minimum balance
- 🕰️ Slow and outdated UI
- 🔌 Unreliable charging stations
Electrify America
From 27K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy and fast charging
- 👍 Reliable charging network
- 🤝 Good customer service
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent charger issues and outages
- 🤯 Unreliable app and buggy functionality
- 💰 Expensive charging rates
- 🇨🇦 Not accessible for Canadian users
Bugs and requests
OpConnect
Reported bugs
3 issues- App fails to connect to charging stations
- Charging sessions not properly recorded
- Inability to close account and withdraw funds
Requested features
4 requests- Web-based charging option
- Ability to report non-functioning stations
- Streamlined account setup and payment process
- Real-time charging status updates
Electrify America
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Inability to update payment info
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Charging session issues and errors
Requested features
4 requests- Improved app stability and reliability
- Better integration with navigation apps
- Charging status and history tracking
- Privacy mode for charging details
In-app purchases
OpConnect
No in-app purchases
Electrify America
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is OpConnect free?
Is Electrify America free?
Which has better reviews, OpConnect or Electrify America?
Do OpConnect or Electrify America have ads?
Which is updated more often, OpConnect or Electrify America?
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