Best EV Charging Apps UK

Choose apps around the chargers and journeys you use

Charger maps

Check: Coverage and status dates

Check whether the map covers the chargers on your route. Look for connector and power filters, then compare the proposed stop with the operator's own map. Check when any status information was updated.

Route planners

Check: Your car and route

Look for a planner that accepts your exact car model, starting charge and arrival target. Check each suggested stop with the operator and choose a backup before travelling.

Charging payment apps

Check: Charger access and tariff

Check whether the app supports the exact charger you intend to use. Compare its session tariff and fees with paying the operator directly. Set up and test access to your account before leaving.

Private charger booking apps

Check: Access and booking terms

Before booking a private charger, confirm permission to access the property, the connector, booking times and cancellation terms with the host.

How to Compare Named Apps

If you are considering Zap-Map, A Better Route Planner (ABRP), Bonnet, Octopus Electroverse or JustCharge, check the provider's own website and your device's app store for current availability and features. Check subscription terms before signing up. Use the checks above to compare them against your route.

Which Apps Do You Need for Your Journey?

  1. Choose a map that lets you check the connector and charger power needed for your car.
  2. For a long journey, enter your car and starting charge in a route planner. Review the proposed stops yourself.
  3. Check payment instructions for each stop. Install an app only if you need it for access or choose to use its tariff.
  4. Check your car manufacturer's instructions for any app or navigation settings you plan to use.

Check the Operator's Own Instructions

For BP Pulse, Tesla, Shell Recharge, Pod Point or any other operator, look up the exact charger on the operator's website or app. Confirm vehicle compatibility, payment options and the price for your chosen method. Do not assume that supermarket charging is free or that a roaming app covers every unit.

Before leaving, sign in to any required account and confirm your payment details. Keep an alternative payment method and a backup charging stop in your plan.

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