SMATRICS vs Electrip EV Charging
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SMATRICS
Find and navigate to electric vehicle charging stations across Austria. View live status, detailed information, and set favorite locations. Powered by 100% renewable energy.
- Map and list view of charging points
- Live status of charging stations
- Detailed location and charging point information
- Navigation to nearest stations
- Search and filter functionalities
- Personal favorite locations
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Welcome to SMATRICS! SMATRICS takes electro mobility to a new level by offering the first charging network throughout Austria – with electricity coming from 100% renewable energy. The SMATRICS mobile app provides you with an overview of all SMATRICS charging points at a glance. The user friendly and fast navigation allows you to easily search for and find SMATRICS locations and charging points. To optimize your search result and to find the charging points you are looking for, the search and filter functionalities can assist you in finding the charging infrastructure that exactly meets your requirements. Details about locations and charging points (e.g. connector types, maximum charging power, opening hours, specific requirements) are available as well as a function to set your favourite locations. Key Features: - Map view - List view - Live status of charging points - Detailed information about locations and charging points - Navigation to the nearest locations - Filter and search functionalities - Personal favourites - News & Updates - Charging instructions - Feedback function SMATRICS wishes you a pleasant journey!
Electrip EV Charging
Locate, reserve, and pay for electric vehicle charging stations across European cities. This app offers features like real-time availability, advanced filters, and automatic charging initiation for a seamless experience.
- Find charging stations with real-time availability
- Advanced filters for station selection
- Reserve charging stations in advance
- Multiple charging initiation methods (QR, card, AutoCharge)
- Secure in-app payments
- Track charging history
- Receive real-time notifications and promotions
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Charge your electric car wherever you go, across European cities. With Electrip, you can find a charging station, reserve it in seconds, and get back on the road immediately. Electrip is the electric mobility app designed for drivers who never want to stop. Ultra-fast charging, easy reservations, and direct payments through the app – all in just a few taps. Find the nearest and most convenient charging station, start charging, pay, and track your charging history. Every feature is designed to save you time and make charging simple and seamless. With the AutoCharge feature, available on an increasing number of vehicles from leading brands, you can forget about cards and QR codes — charging starts automatically. Key Features Find the right charging station Explore all stations on the map with real-time availability and advanced filters to quickly find the best option for you. Save and reserve Add your favorite charging stations and reserve them in advance. Start charging your way Use a QR code, your Electrip Card, or start charging automatically with AutoCharge. Secure and easy payments Manage all payments directly through the app in a fast and secure way. Stay updated Check active promotions and receive real-time notifications. Download Electrip and discover the power of fast and ultra-fast charging stations: secure payments, instant notifications, and full control right in your hand. Electric mobility, finally smart. Need help? electrip.support@electripglobal.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Electrip EV Charging at 1.6 against SMATRICS's 1.0. Electrip EV Charging also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 1) and review sentiment (14% vs 6%). SMATRICS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). 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.
Electrip EV Charging holds the better App Store score, 1.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electrip EV Charging has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 6% of SMATRICS's written reviews are positive against 14% of Electrip EV Charging's.
SMATRICS ships an update every 5 weeks, Electrip EV Charging every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and July 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SMATRICS | Electrip EV Charging |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 1.6 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 6.3% of reviews | 14.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 7 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 226 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SMATRICS GmbH & Co KG | Electrip Global B.V. |
Customer experience
SMATRICS
Electrip EV Charging
In-app purchases
SMATRICS
No in-app purchases
Electrip EV Charging
No in-app purchases
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