# Connect EV vs ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Connect EV at 11.0 against ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)'s 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | Connect EV | ChargeSmart EV (CSEV) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.2 (182 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargesmart-ev-csev/id6471994890/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **182** |
| Positive reviews | — | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 406 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [STG.ma](https://appshunter.io/developer/993589816) | [ChargeSmart EV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716429401) |

## What reviewers say

### Connect EV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-ev/id6448252966)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ChargeSmart EV (CSEV)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chargesmart-ev-csev/id6471994890)

Find, access, and pay for electric vehicle charging stations. Monitor charging sessions in real-time, receive notifications when charging is complete, and manage past transactions. This platform simplifies EV charging management for drivers and station operators.

**Highlights:** Locate EV charging stations by location, ID, availability, and power, Start charging sessions via QR code or station ID, Monitor charging sessions in real-time, Receive charging completion notifications, Secure payments and transaction history, Favorite charging station locations, Report charging station abuse

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast charging
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Works well
- 👍 Convenient location
- 👍 Reliable charging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Forced login/registration
- 👎 Inconvenient process
- 👎 Slow chargers
- 👎 Expensive charging
- 👎 Difficult to operate

**Reported bugs**

- Login/sign-up issues
- QR scanner inconsistent
- Chargers have issues charging fully
- Charger did not work but still charged user
- Station numbers not displayed

**Requested features**

- Allow credit card tap to charge
- Make registration optional
- Add Level 3 charging option
- Make ending a charge session easier
- Add QR codes and Station ID labels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Connect EV free?

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

### Is ChargeSmart EV (CSEV) free?

ChargeSmart EV (CSEV) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Connect EV or ChargeSmart EV (CSEV) have ads?

Neither Connect EV nor ChargeSmart EV (CSEV) shows ads.

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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.*