In today’s era of widespread electric vehicle adoption, finding a convenient charging station has become especially important. And when you can charge for free, why not take advantage of it?
Here are 3 tools that can help you locate nearby free charging stations.
PlugShare
PlugShare is a widely popular app that provides detailed information about charging stations worldwide. Users can view nearby free charging stations on a map and check out reviews and experiences from other users. It also offers filtering options to search by charging type, network, cost, and more.
If you only want to search occasionally and don’t want to install the app, PlugShare has a dedicated webpage for free charging stations. You can access it directly here:
ChargePoint
ChargePoint is one of the largest electric vehicle charging networks globally, and its app provides real-time location and availability information for charging stations. Through the app, users can find nearby free charging stations and see detailed information, including plug types and charging speeds.
ChargePoint also provides an online map:
On the left side of the map, click the Filter button, then check the “Free” option under the Price category, and finally click Apply. You’ll then see nearby free charging stations.
ChargeFinder
This tool is designed specifically for Europe and North America, offering comprehensive charging station information. Users can quickly locate nearby free charging stations using the search function and view details such as charging type, availability, and user reviews, making it especially useful for travelers in Europe and North America.
Visit ChargeFinder’s online map:
Click the Filter button at the top right of the map, check the “Free charging” option under Other filters, and then click SAVE. The map will now display only free charging stations.
I hope this article helps you take advantage of free charging services. If you know of other tools for finding free charging stations, feel free to share them in the comments!