Top 5 Home EV Chargers

Top 5 Home EV Chargers: Best Features, Deals & Savings

So you're looking at buying an electric car, well you might need to charge it so let's dive into your options. We’ll explore the top five home EV chargers in the UK, their features, pros and cons, and the best deals from energy providers like Octopus Energy and British Gas. 

Top 5 Home EV Chargers in the UK

1. Zappi by myenergi - from £779

• Features: Solar integration for eco-friendly charging, 7kW and 22kW options, smart app control, load balancing.
• Pros: Perfect for homes with solar panels, energy-efficient smart features, compact and weatherproof design.
• Cons: Slightly more expensive than competitors, requires additional installation for full smart features.

2. Hypervolt Home 3.0 - from £690

• Features: Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth, voice control via Alexa, no Earth rod required, stylish design.
• Pros: Easy installation with no additional earth rods, smart home integration, excellent customer support.
• Loads of customisations available on the website
• 3 year warranty and a 4.9 trustpilot score also noteworthy mentions
• Cons: No tethered option (only untethered although 5m lead included), limited to 7kW charging speed.

3. Ohme Home Pro - from £999 inc. Install

• Features: Dynamic smart charging, 3G/4G connectivity, compatible with most UK energy tariffs, compact LCD screen for real-time data.
• Pros: Works well with Octopus Intelligent and Agile tariffs, smart scheduling saves on energy costs, user-friendly interface.
• Cons: Requires a good mobile signal for best performance, no solar integration.
• Get ready for the millions of questions to generate a quote, painfully slow.
• 7.4kw speed only

4. Tesla Wall Connector from £475

• Features: Up to 22kW charging speed, WiFi-enabled for updates, sleek and minimalist design.
• Pros: Seamless integration for Tesla vehicles, faster than many standard home chargers, supports multiple vehicles on the same circuit.
• Cons: Less smart charging functionality than competitors, limited compatibility with non-Tesla vehicles.
• Fast charging although a pro, isn't available for everyone and is dictated by the supply to your property.
• Elon Musk? Maybe?

5. Rolec WallPod: EV HomeSmart from £449

• Features: App-controlled smart charging, OCPP compliance for energy management, RFID authentication.
• Pros: Affordable and reliable option, works with multiple energy suppliers, simple user interface.
• Cons: Less stylish than other models, some users report occasional connectivity issues.
• Need to hammer home the less stylish point again. If you’re going to mount this on your wall outside, visible to all passers by... well you're braver than me.

Best Energy Provider Deals on Home EV Charging

Octopus Energy - Intelligent Octopus

Offers super-low off-peak charging rates (as low as 7p per kWh), compatible with Ohme chargers for automated savings, 6-hour off-peak window every night. Plus switching to Octopus gets you Octoplus benefits if you have a smart meter.

British Gas - Hive EV Charging

Hive offer their own mini pro 3 from £739 and it comes with a year's free charging! It also comes with smart app integration, scheduling and cost monitoring, fixed energy pricing for predictable bills. Everything great about Hive in one product.

OVO Energy - Charge Anytime

Flat rate of 7p per kWh for EV charging anytime, works with a range of smart chargers, ideal for drivers looking for flexibility. With this one you'll get charged for all electricity at your standard rate and then get credited the discount on EV charger use.

Other considerations with tariffs is you’re probably going to need a smart meter to benefit. So if you've been putting that off, it might be worthwhile ringing your energy provider to get one put in. Additionally, read the fine print with these tarriffs, they can include limitations on use so shop around!

Conclusion

Choosing the right home EV charger depends on your specific needs. If you have solar panels, Zappi is a fantastic choice. For smart home enthusiasts, Hypervolt and Ohme provide great connectivity and automation. If you’re a Tesla owner, the Tesla Wall Connector is a sleek and efficient option, but bear in mind those extra speeds might not be possible if youre on single phase supply, jn which case you'll be limited to 7.4kW. And for a budget-friendly choice, Rolec WallPod delivers reliability at a lower price point, but remember what I said about how this one looks.

Be sure to check out energy provider deals to maximise savings or even get them to install it, many have their own models. Whether you’re after a free charging, discounted tariffs, or special time-of-use rates, there’s a deal out there to help you charge your EV affordably at home.

Have you installed a home charger? Let me know who what why and how it went in the comments below!