What are the best free apps to make the most of your lease car?

The best free apps for your lease car

The daily grind can wear even the most enthusiastic driver down. Between hunting for that elusive parking space and dodging endless potholes on poorly lit roads, sometimes you might wish you'd just stayed home.

But here's the good news. Your smartphone can transform your driving experience. 

With the right apps at your fingertips, you can take the stress out of every journey and truly make the most of your lease car.

We've done the hard work and rounded up some brilliant free apps that'll revolutionise your time behind the wheel – because at Carparison, we're not just here to find you the perfect lease deal, we're here to put the 'ease' in your next car lease.

So, buckle up and get ready to download. 

Here are the best free apps to help you navigate life with your lease car more smoothly than ever before.

PetrolPrices

Everyone loves a good comparison site, us included.

PetrolPrices does just that in app form, comparing the prices for petrol, diesel and premium fuels at your local fuelling stations.

Just enter your postcode, town or city and filter by individual brands – and (according to their website) you could be save an average of £200 a year.

Whether or not you’re already feeling the pinch with the rising cost of living crisis, this is a tool designed to benefit all by saving your pennies – and helping you avoid the petrol pumps with the longest, slowest queues.

No one wants to be waiting around, then be struck with overpriced fuel.

PlugShare

EVs are becoming increasingly popular through leasing, but you may worry about the support and infrastructure needed to run one – especially away from home.

You don’t want to get caught short and have no idea where the nearest charger is.

PlugShare claims to have the most accurate and complete public charging map worldwide, with stations from every major network showing in the UK (and across much of the globe).

Users can find charging stations, leave reviews and connect with other drivers of plug-in vehicles. If you find yourself anxious about charging your EV during a long journey, PlugShare will ensure you always know where to go when the battery is running low.

FixMyStreet

We don’t know about you, but there seems to be more potholes than road these days.

While we all do our best to avoid them, when visibility is low and traffic is heavy, sometimes impact is unavoidable and our tyres take the hit.

If you find yourself hitting the same potholes over and over, consider filing a report via the FixMyStreet app which will flag problem areas with the local council responsible for fixing them.

With smoother, healthier roads beneath your wheels, the only thing you need to worry about is enjoying the drive.

What3words

If you’ve ever found yourself stranded with a flat tyre, you know how frustrating it can be trying to guide a friend, relative, or helpful RAC engineer to your exact location.

What3words has taken an innovative approach to navigation, giving every 3m square in the world a unique 3-word address.

The words are randomly assigned to each square and will always stay the same; using this approach, you can share your location with just three words – easy, peasy, right?

You’ll never be lost (or waiting hours for the RAC to find you in the middle of nowhere) ever again, so you can get out on the road with confidence. 

JustPark

And finally, the number one cause of driving anxiety – parking.

Unfortunately, there isn’t an app that can magically make you stop dreading the parallel park (although Hyundai have developed new tech that will make it easier).

But there is one that ensures driving around searching in vain for somewhere to park is a thing of the past.

Whether you’ve arrived later than planned at a tourist hotspot, or you don’t want to pay extortionate prices at the airport, JustPark means there is always somewhere safe to leave your car for the day.

Making your lease work for you

The beauty of these apps isn't just that they're free – it's that they genuinely make life with your lease car easier, more enjoyable, and more cost-effective.

From saving money at the pumps with PetrolPrices, to never getting lost again with What3words, these digital companions turn everyday driving headaches into smooth journeys.

And that's exactly what we're all about at Carparison – putting the 'ease' in your next car lease.

Remember, your smartphone is more than just a device for doom-scrolling through social media. It's a powerful tool that can transform your driving experience when paired with the right apps.

So, before you hit the road in your shiny new lease car, take a few minutes to download these handy helpers. 

Your future self (and your wallet) will thank you for it.