IKARUS Grid vs LiveEV
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IKARUS Grid
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The IKARUS Electric mobile application is a comprehensive EV charging companion designed to provide a seamless and convenient charging experience. With its intuitive interface, users can effortlessly locate nearby charging stations using the interactive map, which provides essential details such as station addresses, availability, and types of charging ports. The app also lets users reserve a charging spot, ensuring it is available when they arrive, saving time and reducing range anxiety. Additionally, the app facilitates direct payment processing, eliminating the need for cash transactions and making the charging process more efficient. Users can also monitor their charging status in real-time, receiving updates on the charging progress and estimated time to full charge. Furthermore, the app sends notifications when the charging session is complete or if any issues arise, such as a payment problem or a charging station malfunction. The IKARUS Electric app offers a convenient, time-saving, and cost-effective solution for EV owners by streamlining the charging process and providing real-time updates. Users can download the app from the App Store, create an account, and register their EV to get started. Once registered, users can easily find a charging station, reserve a spot, and initiate charging. For any assistance or queries regarding the app or charging services, users can refer to the app's FAQs or contact the support team, who can help resolve any issues promptly.
LiveEV
Find available EV chargers in Egypt on a live map, with details on connectors, price, and photos. Plan long trips with charging stops and get voice navigation with traffic and speed alerts. Works with Apple CarPlay for seamless in-car use.
- Live EV charger map
- Real-time availability updates
- Route planning with charging stops
- Voice navigation (Arabic/English)
- Apple CarPlay integration
- Charger availability alerts
- User-reported station details
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LiveEV helps EV drivers in Egypt find a charger that's actually free, and get there without the guesswork. See charging stations from operators across Egypt on one live map, with availability that updates as chargers get used. Filter by operator, AC or DC, charging power and availability, then open any station to check its connectors, price, recent activity and photos from other drivers. Planning a longer trip? Pick your destination and LiveEV lays out the route with charging stops along the way, so you know where you'll charge before you set off. Navigation is built in, with voice directions in Arabic or English, live traffic on your route, an arrival time that accounts for delays, and speed limit and speed camera alerts. On iPhone, LiveEV works with Apple CarPlay, so your route, directions and nearby chargers show up right on your car's screen. Waiting for a busy charger? Set an alert and LiveEV will tell you when it frees up. And if you spot wrong station details, you can report them or add a photo in a few taps to help the next driver.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LiveEV at every 3 days against IKARUS Grid's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, 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.
IKARUS Grid ships an update every 2 weeks, LiveEV every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 1, 2026.
| Parameter | IKARUS Grid | LiveEV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | IKARUS ELECTRIC FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES SERVICES | Ahmed Abdelaziz |
In-app purchases
IKARUS Grid
No in-app purchases
LiveEV
No in-app purchases





