JustPark Parking vs SoE Buses
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JustPark Parking
Easily find and pay for parking spaces across the UK. Book driveways or public lots in advance for short or long stays, and locate EV charging points. Manage bookings, extend stays, and access receipts all within the app.
- Find and book parking spaces
- Reserve private driveways
- Locate EV charging stations
- Book parking in advance
- Extend booking times
- Manage vehicle details and receipts
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Parking made easy. Find a space in seconds with the UK's favourite parking app. JustPark is the simple way to park & charge your vehicle. Join our community of over 14 million UK drivers already using JustPark to get them closer to where they need to be. With our exclusive network of private and public parking spaces, you can book your space before you leave the house. All through our award-winning app. PARK - Unlock access to tens of thousands of bookable driveways. - Choose from over a million parking spaces nationwide. - Book for anything from 10 minutes to a whole month. CHARGE - Hundreds of EV chargers available to book in a flash. - No driveway, no problem. Switch to an EV with confidence thanks to our community charging network JustCharge. RELAX - Make parking stress a thing of the past by booking your space in advance. - Our handy app lets you update booking times, add new vehicles, save your receipts and rebook past spaces. - Meeting running late? Match gone to extra time? Extend your stay with a tap of the app. - Join our community of hosts today & use the app to manage your bookings. JustPark: Simplifying journeys so we can all breathe easier.
SoE Buses
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The Stephensons of Essex Buses app provides you with live bus times, mobile tickets and detailed route maps ensuring a seamless and convenient travel experience across the Essex area. Whether you're commuting to work, heading to school or just exploring the Stephensons of Essex Buses app makes sure your journey is as smooth as possible with easy-to-use features. App Main Functions: - Live Bus Times: Access real-time information for any of the hundreds of bus stops across our region. - Route Maps: Explore detailed maps for all Stephensons bus routes, ensuring you never miss your stop. - Ticket Purchasing: Buy tickets directly through the app and keep all of your tickets in one convenient place. - Student Travel: Simplify your school commute with easy access to schedules and tickets making it easier for students to manage their travel. - Service Updates: Stay informed with the latest updates on diversions, closures and cancellations. - Favourites: Save your favourite stops, routes and destinations for quick and easy access.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SoE Buses at none against JustPark Parking's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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.
JustPark Parking ships an update every 2 weeks, SoE Buses every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JustPark Parking | SoE Buses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (190 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 42.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 190 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 124 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JustPark Parking Ltd | NIBS Buses Limited |
Bugs and requests
JustPark Parking
Reported bugs
5 issues- App not recognizing rental car registrations
- Issues with extending or canceling bookings
- Inconsistent parking session tracking
- Compatibility problems on older devices
- Unreliable payment processing
Requested features
5 requests- Add calendar integration for bookings
- Improve search and filtering options
- Provide more detailed parking spot information
- Enhance user experience and interface
- Improve reliability and stability of the app
SoE Buses
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
JustPark Parking
No in-app purchases
SoE Buses
No in-app purchases
