Which company has the largest EV charging network?
The largest public EV charging network by total charging ports is generally considered ChargePoint, which operates a broad global footprint. The meaning of “largest” can vary, depending on whether you count total ports, DC fast chargers, geographic reach, or whether the network is open to all vehicle brands.
To understand the landscape, it helps to define what “largest” means in this context. Some networks dwarf others in raw port counts, while some boast more fast-charging capacity or wider regional coverage. This article outlines the leading players and explains the common ways people measure network size, then points to where the leadership sits as of the current market period.
Defining the size of an EV charging network
There are several ways people compare networks. The most common are: total public ports (all charging points), number of DC fast charging stalls, geographic coverage (countries/regions), and openness (whether the network is accessible to vehicles from all brands or restricted). Each metric can yield a different “largest” network depending on how you look at it.
Global leaders by total public ports
The following networks are widely cited as the biggest by the total number of publicly accessible ports worldwide. The ranking can change as networks expand, merge, or reclassify ports.
- ChargePoint — widely recognized as operating the largest public EV charging network by total ports globally, with a broad multi-country footprint.
- Electrify America — a major U.S.-focused network known for its extensive DC fast-charging footprint across many states.
- EVgo — another large U.S. network with substantial DC fast-charging coverage in major metropolitan corridors.
- Ionity — Europe-based network of high-speed chargers spanning many countries, expanding rapidly across the continent.
- Shell Recharge / BP Pulse networks — global expansions that add significant publicly accessible charging points in multiple regions.
The above list reflects current industry understanding: leadership depends on the metric and the region. Network counts evolve as operators add new sites, consolidate fleets, or reclassify existing points.
Other ways to measure “largest”
Different definitions can yield different leaders. Here are common alternate measures and which networks stand out under each:
- Largest by DC fast charging ports (global or regional focus): Electrify America (in the U.S.) has one of the most expansive DC fast networks, with rapid growth across major corridors.
- Largest by openness (open to all EVs): ChargePoint typically holds the lead in total public ports, since its network is widely open to various makes and models.
- Largest by a single-brand network: Tesla’s Supercharger network is the largest for Tesla vehicles, offering extensive coverage, but access is not universal to all non-Tesla vehicles in many markets.
- Largest geographic coverage: Ionity and similar cross-border networks in Europe cover many countries, delivering high-speed charging along continental routes.
In practice, which network is “largest” depends on the metric you value most and the market you’re considering. Regular updates from operators and industry trackers mean the standings can shift as networks grow and new partnerships form.
Market shifts and what to watch
From 2024 into 2025, growth patterns across global networks include expansions of DC fast charging fleets, cross-border deployments in Europe and Asia, and increased collaboration with automakers and retailers to place chargers in convenient locations. Consumers increasingly judge networks by reliability, uptime, and compatibility as much as by sheer port counts.
Bottom line: ChargePoint is widely regarded as the leader when counting total public ports worldwide. If you’re evaluating for a specific use-case—long-distance travel in the U.S., open charging for any EV, or rapid cross-border charging in Europe—other networks may be more relevant in that context, and the figures are continually evolving.
Summary: The largest EV charging network depends on how you define “largest.” Overall, ChargePoint sits at the top by total public ports, while Electrify America dominates in U.S. DC fast charging, Tesla leads in brand-specific connectivity, and Europe’s Ionity offers broad high-speed coverage across many countries. Always check the latest operator data for the current ranking.
