Comparison

WattStop vs Volta

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

Head to head
About

WattStop

This app simplifies electric vehicle charging by connecting users to a network of local chargers. It offers quick charging initiation, secure in-app payments with transparent pricing, and easy tracking of charging history and usage.

Highlights
  • Connect and charge quickly
  • Access a growing network of chargers
  • Secure in-app payments
  • Transparent pricing
  • Track charging history and usage
Features
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Power to the people. WattStop is a simple, people-first EV charging app designed to make charging easy, clear and reliable - wherever you are. - Connect and charge in seconds Start charging quickly using straightforward, guided flow - Charge where you need to Access a growing network of local chargers across everyday desintations, so you can charge when and where it suits you. - Clear, simple payments Pay securely in the app with transparent pricing, so you always know what the cost of your session was. - Track your charging View your charging history and usage easily from your driver profile WattStop takes the complexity out of EV charging - putting control back where it belongs.

About

Volta

Features
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Volta is the EV charging finder that shows you exactly where to charge, how fast each charger is, and how to route your journey so you never run out of battery. Whether you drive a Tesla, Nissan Leaf, BMW i3, or any other electric vehicle, Volta gives you a real-time map of charging stations near you — pulled from multiple UK charging networks, filtered by speed, network, and availability. KEY FEATURES • Real-Time Charging Map — find nearby EV charging stations with live availability and speed data, from multiple UK charging networks in one place • Charge Confidence — a live score for every charger showing compatibility with your vehicle, estimated cost, and access information, so you know before you go • Route Planner — plan long journeys with charging stops factored in automatically • Charger Filters — filter by charging speed (rapid, fast, slow), network, and connector type • Host a Charger — list your private home or workplace charger and let nearby drivers book it • Community — guides, roadmap updates, and a space to help other EV drivers • Sign in with Apple — get started in seconds FOR EVERY EV DRIVER Range anxiety is real — Volta eliminates it. Whether you're commuting across town or driving from London to Edinburgh, Volta has the route and the chargers to get you there. Join the EV revolution with confidence. Download Volta free. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://mrvltechnologies.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

WattStop4 screens
Volta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WattStop at none against Volta's 6. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Volta sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. WattStop asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WattStop ships an update monthly, Volta every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
WattStop versus Volta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWattStopVolta
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size75 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMiralis Data ltdJohn Hammond

In-app purchases

None

WattStop

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Volta

Subscriptions6
  • Volta Plus$1.991 Month
  • Volta Pro Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Volta Plus Annual$14.991 Year
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  • Volta Business$29.991 Month
  • Volta Pro$79.991 Year
  • Volta Business Annual$249.991 Year

Questions

Is WattStop free?
WattStop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Volta free?
Volta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WattStop or Volta have ads?
Neither WattStop nor Volta shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WattStop or Volta?
WattStop ships an update monthly, and Volta every 3 weeks. Most recently, WattStop was updated on October 30, 2026 and Volta on October 28, 2026.

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