Electrify America vs EVgo (2026)
Rates, charging speed, coverage, and reliability — side by side. Updated Q1 2026.
Electrify America
Rate
35–43¢/kWh
Peak speed
350 kW
Stations
900+
Reliability
83%
Pass+
$4.0/mo
EVgo
Rate
29–45¢/kWh
Peak speed
350 kW
Stations
850+
Reliability
87%
EVgo Plus
$7.99/mo
Full Comparison
| EA | EVgo | |
|---|---|---|
| Rate (pay-as-you-go) | 35–43¢/kWh | 29–45¢/kWh |
| Member rate | 25–31¢/kWh ($4.0/mo) | 20–32¢/kWh ($7.99/mo) |
| Peak speed | 350 kW | 350 kW |
| Typical speed | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| US stations | 900+ | 850+ |
| Connector | CCS, CHAdeMO, J1772 | CCS, CHAdeMO |
| Uptime | 83% | 87% |
| Highway coverage | good | fair |
| Urban coverage | fair | good |
| Non-Tesla access | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Non-Tesla EV owners making occasional highway trips | City dwellers who can't charge at home |
Electrify America: Pros and Cons
What works
- ✓ 350 kW peak speeds — fastest available chargers for compatible EVs
- ✓ Plug&Charge on supported vehicles (Hyundai, Kia, Porsche, Audi) — no app needed
- ✓ Pass+ plan at $4/mo saves $0.08–$0.14/kWh vs pay-as-you-go
- ✓ Highway-focused layout makes road trips practical for non-Tesla EVs
What doesn't
- ✗ 83% reliability rate — broken stalls are a real risk vs Tesla's 97%
- ✗ Only 900 sites vs Tesla's 2,000+ for highway coverage
- ✗ Pass+ requires $4/month commitment; breaks even at ~2 full sessions/month
- ✗ Pay-as-you-go rates ($0.35–$0.43/kWh) are among the highest on the network
EVgo: Pros and Cons
What works
- ✓ Strong urban presence — grocery stores, Target parking lots, urban garages
- ✓ 350 kW stalls at flagship sites for compatible vehicles
- ✓ ReVolt program includes free charging in some apartments/condos
- ✓ Roaming agreements with other networks via PlugShare
What doesn't
- ✗ EVgo Plus ($7.99/mo) only pays off at 3–4+ sessions per month
- ✗ 87% reliability — similar to EA, well below Tesla
- ✗ Highway coverage is patchy; not a substitute for EA or Supercharger on road trips
- ✗ Smaller network than EA and significantly smaller than ChargePoint
Real cost example: 50 kWh session
EA
$17.5–$21.5
35–43¢/kWh × 50 kWh
EVgo
$14.5–$22.5
29–45¢/kWh × 50 kWh
50 kWh is roughly a 60–70% charge on a Tesla Model 3 or Hyundai Ioniq 5.
Which should you use?
Use EA if:
Non-Tesla EV owners making occasional highway trips. Pass+ plan makes sense if you charge more than 2–3× per month on this network.
Use EVgo if:
City dwellers who can't charge at home. EVgo Plus plan makes sense if you charge more than 2–3× per month on this network.
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