Plugsurfing vs Electrip EV Charging
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Plugsurfing
Find and access over 1 million electric vehicle charging points across Europe and the UK. Easily locate stations, filter by speed and price, and start charging directly from the app. Plan your routes and pay conveniently with various methods.
- Find charging stations
- Filter by speed, price, operator
- Real-time availability
- Start charging in-app
- Route planner
- Multiple payment options
- Charging card support
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Do you want to charge your electric car easily and reliably? Welcome to Plugsurfing – your access to over 1 million charging points across Europe and the United Kingdom, trusted by more than 2 million users. With Plugsurfing, public charging is easier than ever before: • Find available charging stations near you or along your route • Filter by charging speed, price, operator, or availability • Charge with popular networks like IONITY, Fastned, EnBW, Instavolt, Osprey and many more • See all key station details – including real-time availability, pricing, usage conditions and renewable-energy indicators, so you can always charge with 100 % green energy • Start charging directly in the app: just plug in and tap “Start charging” • Plan your trip with the route planner and find the best charging stops for your EV • Pay the way that suits you – for example with a debit card or Apple Pay Make charging even easier with the Plugsurfing charging card. Just tap it at the station and the session begins – it couldn’t be simpler! Download now and experience how easy electric mobility can be.
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: Plugsurfing at 4.8 against Electrip EV Charging's 1.4. Plugsurfing also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (40% vs 14%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Plugsurfing holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Plugsurfing's written reviews are positive against 14% of Electrip EV Charging's.
Plugsurfing ships an update monthly, Electrip EV Charging every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Plugsurfing | Electrip EV Charging |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (21 ratings) — better | 1.4 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews — better | 14.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 271 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Plugsurfing GmbH | Electrip Global B.V. |
Customer experience
Plugsurfing
Electrip EV Charging
In-app purchases
Plugsurfing
No in-app purchases
Electrip EV Charging
No in-app purchases
Questions
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