Comparison

MTN App ZA vs ChargePocket

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

Head to head
About

MTN App ZA

Manage your mobile account, recharge airtime, and access exclusive deals. Track data usage, control spending, and share data with friends and family. Enjoy a streamlined experience with features like dark mode and secure login.

Highlights
  • Recharge airtime and bundles
  • Access app-only deals
  • Manage spend limits
  • Track data usage
  • Share data bundles
  • Secure login with MTN ID
  • Dark mode
Features
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Say Y’ello to the new MTN App. This is just the beginning! Some features are still on the way, and more will be added soon. Expect a better experience with each update! Manage every aspect of your connected life on the new MTN App ZA. Use the MTN App at no cost: Once you have downloaded it, you don’t need data or airtime to use the app. Recharge on the go: Easily buy airtime and bundles using your bank card, airtime, YelloBucks and more. Unlock App-Only deals: Save up to 70% on bundles available only on the MTN App. Find offers that are Made4U: Get access to tailored data, voice, combo, social deals that give you the best value for money. Control your spending: Manage your spend limits, view balances, track data usage and access invoices and statements. Share data: Use DataShare to let friends and family use your data bundles. What’s new? Log in more securely with MTN ID. Faster, easier recharging. Manage all your accounts in one place. More payment options for the products you love. Dark mode to save battery and reduce eye strain.

About

ChargePocket

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ChargePocket makes driving electric simple and stress-free. Discover and navigate South Africa's premier EV charging network, equipped with fast chargers at key locations nationwide. With ChargePocket, you can: - Locate nearby charging stations with real-time availability. - Start, monitor, and end charging sessions effortlessly. - Track your charging history and manage payment methods. - Enjoy resilient charging solutions during loadshedding. Designed for EV enthusiasts and future drivers alike, ChargePocket is your ultimate companion on the road to sustainable mobility. Drive electric. Stay connected. Charge smarter.

Screenshots

MTN App ZA4 screens
ChargePocket4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MTN App ZA at 15.5 against ChargePocket's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MTN App ZA ships an update every 10 days, ChargePocket fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MTN App ZA versus ChargePocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTN App ZAChargePocket
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (29 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews18.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMTN South Africa (Pty) LTDGridCars

In-app purchases

None

MTN App ZA

No in-app purchases

None

ChargePocket

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MTN App ZA free?
MTN App ZA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChargePocket free?
ChargePocket is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MTN App ZA or ChargePocket have ads?
Neither MTN App ZA nor ChargePocket shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MTN App ZA or ChargePocket?
MTN App ZA ships an update every 10 days, and ChargePocket fortnightly. Most recently, MTN App ZA was updated on September 23, 2026 and ChargePocket on September 9, 2026.

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