ChargeNet - New Zealand

Power your EV with New Zealand’s largest nationwide EV charging network.

ChargeNet NZ · nz.net.charge.app

Not rated yet 50K+ downloads v2.6.1 10.1 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v2.6.1 (381)
Updated: Jul 22, 2026 (3 months ago)
APK size: 10.1 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Category: Auto & Vehicles (app)
Listed since: Jul 11, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 10 (4 sensitive)
Website: charge.net.nz
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

ChargeNet - New Zealand is an app by ChargeNet NZ in the Auto & Vehicles category, listed since at least July 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 1.9.2, the APK shrank from 12.4 MB to 10.1 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 6.0. It asks for 10 permissions, 4 of them sensitive, including precise location, approximate location and read shared storage. It asks for the same permissions as version 2.6.0.

What's new in v2.6.1

In this release, AC chargers now have updated visual guides and show whether you'll need to bring your own (BYO) cable. Where applicable, sites may show parking conditions. We've also fixed a number of bugs and updated the styling and layout across the app.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Access hundreds of EV charging points with Aotearoa New Zealand's largest nationwide EV charging network and choose the right stop each time with the ChargeNet app. How the ChargeNet app can help you: - Find nearby charging stations in seconds in the in-app map, then be guided there. - See real-time charger availability, number of charging points, and charging speed at a glance. - Filter by plug type, charger availability, or charger speed to find the charger that best suits your EV and your journey. - Monitor your charging in real time, without waiting by your car. Grab a coffee, catch up on emails, or take a short walk while your EV powers up. - Follow the animated on-site in-app charging guide, when you need a hand. - For compatible EVs, enable automatic start of charge for seamless charging. - Access charging site information, like number of chargers, available charging points, maximum charging speeds, pricing, and site status notes. - View transaction history, update your details and access support within the app. The ChargeNet app: The smart way to choose your next charging stop. Power your journey with New Zealand’s largest EV charging network, all from your phone. Plug in. Charge on.

Version history

6 versions are listed, going back to v1.9.2. New versions arrive here every few months. Since v2.3.1 it requires Android 6.0+.

v2.6.1 LATEST Jul 22, 2026 10.1 MB TRUSTED v2.6.0 Jun 29, 2026 10 MB TRUSTED v2.5.1 May 5, 2026 10 MB TRUSTED v2.3.1 Dec 16, 2025 11.8 MB TRUSTED v2.2.0 Nov 11, 2025 8.4 MB TRUSTED

All 6 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Jul 22, 2026.
Certificate issued to “Warrick Walter” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 5 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Jul 22, 2026
Validated against Google Play Jul 22, 2026
Signed byCN=Warrick Walter, OU=Digitalstock, ST=New Zealand, C=64
Signing certificate (SHA-1)36:B6:0F:58:FE:D6:0A:4D:F8:D7:D3:C9:C7:47:72:A3:DE:30:5C:0C
File MD563db9bbbfb76f72f0f5af98f363d076f
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (10)

ChargeNet - New Zealand requests 10 permissions, 4 of them sensitive.

Approximate location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Precise location Sensitive android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) nz.net.charge.app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Show notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Location android.hardware.location
GPS android.hardware.location.gps
Portrait screen android.hardware.screen.portrait

ChargeNet - New Zealand APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of ChargeNet - New Zealand for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 6.0 or later. Version 2.2.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.1 and later. Get version 2.2.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the ChargeNet - New Zealand APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 5 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 63db9bbbfb76f72f0f5af98f363d076f.