Product snapshot
Chargey is a navigation and trip-management app built for people who drive electric vehicles. It helps users log and analyze charging expenses and service costs, making it useful for planning long drives and keeping a tidy travel record.
Core capabilities
- Record daily home charging costs and keep a running total.
- Track a variety of stops during a trip, such as attractions, hotels, dining spots, rest areas, and charge points.
- Add photos and text notes to any entry to make logs more personal and informative.
- Scan charger displays with the device camera to speed up data entry.
Integrations and platform support
- Wallbox chargers — automatic import of home charging history.
- Emporia Energy — seamless import of charging sessions and costs.
- iOS Live Activity compatibility: view current trip stops on the lock screen and in the Dynamic Island.
Ease of use and development background
Chargey focuses on minimizing manual entry so logging trips is quick and enjoyable. The team has refined the app through extensive road-testing (over 30,000 miles of development experience) to streamline workflows and improve reliability.
How it helps on long drives
By consolidating charging data, fees, and stop locations in one place, the app makes budgeting and route planning simpler. Visual trip logs and quick access to past stops let drivers compare options and repeat successful routes.
Recommended free alternative
Milpitas SMART — a free option to consider for drivers looking for a no-cost solution with essential trip-tracking features.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free