IONITY

IONITY is a German company that runs a high-power EV charging network across Europe. It is based in Munich, and its site describes EU-wide charging in 23 markets for long-distance travel. The network is open to electric vehicle drivers who use the IONITY App, a QR code or contactless payment. The site says the company is backed by established industry partners.

Charging plans and access

IONITY offers several ways to pay. Subscriptions sold in the app lower the price per kWh and come as monthly or annual plans, with no seasonal or peak charges. Drivers who charge less often can use the app for a slightly lower price per kWh without any subscription. Spontaneous charging is also possible: the site says drivers can scan the QR code on a charger, add payment details and start without prior registration.

Plans and products

• Subscriptions: monthly and annual plans in the app, with lower prices per kWh for drivers who travel often.
• Annual plans: a single upfront payment that holds the lower rates for twelve months, with no auto-renewal.
• Pay per session: contactless or QR-code charging with no subscription and no monthly fees.
• Coverage: EU-wide high-power charging for borderless mobility.

Pricing terms

The site describes the prices shown as current minimums that IONITY may change at any time. The price at a station can be higher, and quoted prices include local VAT and other price components. Monthly plans can be cancelled at the next billing date, and drivers can move between products in the app. The site says a monthly plan pays off after two charging sessions, while the single-use option pays off after the first.

Key facts

• Based in: Munich, Germany
• Products: IONITY Power, Power 365, Motion, Motion 365, IONITY App, IONITY Direct
• Markets: 23 markets across Europe