ChargeUps connects EV drivers with trusted home chargers, making charging easier while helping hosts earn extra income.
Testing? Continue as guest — no account needed
End-to-end payments through Stripe. Your card is never shared.
Every host is identity-checked before their listing goes live.
Real ratings from real Kiwi drivers after every session.
Search, book and charge in under a minute.
Three simple steps between you and a full battery.
Browse nearby chargers and choose the one that suits your journey.
Request a booking or instantly book available chargers.
Arrive, plug in, and continue your trip with confidence.
Real driveways in real neighbourhoods across Aotearoa.
Book in seconds. Extend on the fly if you need more time.
Held safely and only released when your session is confirmed.
Cleaner miles, powered by our own network.
Real neighbours, real conversations, real trust.
Every review comes from a completed session.
Free to try. Upgrade any charger, any time.
"So much better than hunting for a free public charger. I booked a driveway 5 minutes from work and topped up while I was in a meeting."
"My charger sits idle most weekdays. ChargeUps means it now earns me a few hundred bucks a month without lifting a finger."
"Booking felt exactly like Airbnb. Clear pricing, friendly host, plug in and go. Genuinely the future of charging in NZ."
Search chargers in your area, request a booking (or instantly book where available), then arrive and plug in. Payment is handled securely in-app.
Hosts connect a bank account via Stripe. After every completed session, earnings are transferred automatically — no invoicing, no chasing.
Every host is identity-verified and every driver has a profile. Sessions are logged, payments are held securely, and reviews keep the community honest.
Yes. You can cancel any pending or upcoming booking from the app. Cancellation windows and refund rules are shown before you confirm.
Hosts can list Type 2 AC chargers from 3 kW to 22 kW. Support for DC fast chargers is on the roadmap.
ChargeUps is currently in closed beta. Drop your email and we'll let you know the moment real bookings and payments go live.