Choosing the Best Home EV Charger for Your UK Home (2026)

Last updated: October 2026

The short version

Most UK homes have a single-phase supply. A standard single-phase home charger runs at up to 7.4kW, which adds roughly 20 to 30 miles of range an hour. An overnight charge covers most people's daily driving.
Since 30 June 2022, home chargers sold new in Great Britain must be smart, so scheduled charging comes as standard.
If you have solar panels, a charger with a solar mode, such as the myenergi Zappi, can charge your car from spare solar power instead of exporting it.
Which? puts the cost of buying and fitting a 7kW charger at around £900 (October 2026). Longer cable runs or electrical upgrades cost more.
A straightforward installation usually takes a few hours. Lead times vary by installer.

Charging at home means you can avoid public charging queues and charge overnight on a cheaper tariff. Paired with solar panels, an EV charger can also run your car on electricity you've generated yourself.

This guide compares a selection of home EV chargers available in the UK to help you choose the right one for your car and your home.

Which charger suits you?

A few questions narrow down the choice quickly:

Do you have solar panels, or plan to? Choose a charger with a solar mode. The myenergi Zappi is built around solar charging. Pod Point, Ohme and Wallbox chargers can also use spare solar, though some need extra equipment (see below).
Are you on, or switching to, a smart EV tariff? Check the tariff's list of compatible chargers before you buy. The Ohme Home Pro, for example, works with Intelligent Octopus Go.
Do you have three-phase power? You could consider an 11kW or 22kW charger, but check your car's maximum AC charging rate first.
Do you want installation included in the price? Some makers, such as Pod and Ohme, sell the charger and standard installation together.
Does appearance matter? Compact designs and untethered chargers (with no fixed cable) look tidier on the wall.

Home EV chargers compared

We've compared chargers on charging speed, smart features, solar compatibility and warranty. Prices and specifications were checked on each maker's UK website in October 2026 and can change, so confirm them before you buy.

We fit the myenergi Zappi as part of a solar installation, and Tesla and Sigenergy chargers alongside their own batteries. We don't sell or install the other chargers here.

EV charger	Good for	Charging speed	Price guide	What the price includes
myenergi Zappi (7kW)	Solar homes	Up to 7.4kW (single-phase)	From £779	Charger only (untethered). Installation is extra
Pod Point Solo 3S	Simple smart charging	Up to 7.4kW	From £999 untethered or £1,049 tethered	Charger and standard installation
myenergi Zappi (22kW)	Homes with three-phase power	Up to 22kW (three-phase)	Quote needed	Three-phase installations vary
Ohme Home Pro	Smart tariffs	Up to 7.4kW	From £999	Charger and standard installation
Wallbox Pulsar Max	Compact design	Up to 7.4kW (22kW version available)	Varies by installer	Depends on the installer

Designed for solar: myenergi Zappi (7kW)

Key specifications

Charging speed: Up to 7.4kW on a single-phase supply
Connector: Type 2, tethered (6.5m cable) or untethered
Smart features: Solar charging modes, scheduled charging, app control
Warranty: 3 years as standard
Price: From £779 for the untethered charger (myenergi list price). Installation is extra.

Why it stands out:

Solar charging: Can detect spare solar generation and send it to your car instead of exporting it to the grid. On a single-phase supply, solar charging needs at least about 1.4kW of spare generation.
Three charging modes:
- Eco+ charges from spare solar and pauses when there isn't enough, unless you allow a top-up from the grid
- Eco uses spare solar and tops up from the grid to keep charging
- Fast charges as quickly as your car and installation allow
Tethered or untethered: Choose a fixed cable or use your own
App control: Monitor charging, set schedules and track energy use

Good for: Solar panel owners who want to use more of their own electricity, and homes planning to add solar later.

Simple smart charging: Pod Point Solo 3S

Pod Point now trades as Pod, and still sells this charger under the Pod Point name.

Key specifications

Charging speed: Up to 7.4kW
Connector: Type 2, tethered (6.5m cable) or untethered
Smart features: App control, scheduled charging, smart tariff support
Warranty: 3 years when you pay upfront, or 5 years with a Pod Drive subscription
Price: From £999 untethered or £1,049 tethered, including standard installation (Pod says this covers over 90% of customers)

Why it stands out:

Set a charge target and a ready-by time, such as 80% by 7am, if your car is linked in the Pod app. Otherwise, you set an amount of charge to add.
Scheduled charging to make the most of off-peak rates
Can use spare solar generation
Compact wall-mounted design

Good for: Drivers who want simple, app-based charging with installation included in the price.

For three-phase homes: myenergi Zappi (22kW)

Key specifications

Charging speed: Up to 22kW on a three-phase supply, if your car can accept it
Connector: Type 2, tethered (6.5m cable) or untethered
Smart features: The same solar charging modes and app features as the 7kW Zappi
Warranty: 3 years as standard
Price: Quote needed, as three-phase installations vary

Things to know:

Needs a three-phase supply: Most UK homes are single-phase. Upgrading can be costly, and your network operator will need to quote.
Check your car first: Many EVs can only accept up to 11kW from a home charger, so they won't charge any faster on a 22kW charger than on an 11kW one
Solar charging: On a three-phase supply, solar charging needs about 4.2kW of spare generation. With up-to-date firmware, Eco+ can switch to single-phase to use smaller amounts of spare solar.

Good for: Homes that already have three-phase power and drivers whose cars can accept faster charging.

Smart tariff integration: Ohme Home Pro

Key specifications

Charging speed: Up to 7.4kW
Connector: Type 2, tethered (5m cable, 8m optional)
Smart features: Colour screen, app control, smart tariff integration, load balancing
Warranty: 3 years
Price: From £999 including standard installation (Ohme price)

Why it stands out:

Works with smart EV tariffs such as Intelligent Octopus Go
Colour screen on the charger as well as app control
Load balancing helps avoid overloading your home's supply. This uses a CT clamp (a sensor on your supply), which Ohme supplies on most installations.
Can charge from spare solar generation on supported units, also using the CT clamp

Good for: Drivers on, or planning to switch to, a smart EV tariff.

Compact design: Wallbox Pulsar Max

Key specifications

Charging speed: Up to 7.4kW (22kW version available for three-phase homes)
Connector: Type 2, tethered or socket
Smart features: App control, set up over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
Warranty: 5 years for units bought from 1 October 2025 (Wallbox terms)
Price: Varies by installer

Why it stands out:

Small, lightweight design with minimal visual impact
App with energy monitoring
Solar charging with an extra Wallbox power meter

Good for: Homeowners who want a discreet charger where appearance matters.

Charging speed explained

Home EV chargers come in three main speeds. Your car's onboard charger sets the maximum, so a faster wall charger won't help if your car can't accept it. The range figures below are a rough guide and vary by car.

7kW (most common): Adds around 20 to 30 miles of range per hour. Works on a single-phase supply and suits most homes.
11kW: Adds around 30 to 40 miles per hour. Needs a three-phase supply.
22kW: Adds around 60 to 80 miles per hour if your car can accept it. Needs a three-phase supply.

Tip: For most UK homes, a 7kW charger is plenty. An overnight charge covers most people's daily driving, so a faster home charger often isn't worth the extra cost. Charging a large battery from almost empty can take 10 hours or more at 7kW.

EV charger installation checklist

Before you install:

Check your electrical supply: Every home charger needs its own dedicated circuit. Your installer will check whether your home's supply can take the extra load.
Choose a location: Near where you park, with a practical route for the cable from your consumer unit.
Think ahead: If you're planning solar panels, choose a charger with a solar mode.
Planning permission: A wall-mounted charger where you park often doesn't need planning permission, but conditions apply on size, height and position. Listed buildings need separate consent. The rules changed in England in October 2026 and differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, so check with your installer or council.
Get quotes: Compare quotes on price, charger choice and what installation includes.

Installation process (typical):

Survey of your electrics and parking area
Your installer checks whether your network operator needs to approve the charger first. Most homes don't, but some do, for example if the supply is shared with a neighbour or close to its limit.
Cable run from your consumer unit to the charger location
Charger mounting and connection
Safety testing and certification
Your installer tells your network operator about the charger, usually within 28 days of fitting

A straightforward installation usually takes a few hours on the day. Lead times vary by installer and by whether any electrical upgrades are needed.

Questions to ask your installer

Is standard installation included in the price, and what counts as extra, such as a longer cable run, groundwork or a consumer unit upgrade?
Does my electricity supply need upgrading, and will you check with the network operator?
Will you notify the network operator after the charger is fitted?
If I have solar panels, or plan to, does solar charging need extra equipment such as a CT clamp or power meter? Is it included in the quote?
Who covers the warranty on the charger and on the installation, and for how long?
Will I get an electrical installation certificate?
Does the charger work with my electricity tariff?

Solar and an EV charger

Pairing solar panels with an EV charger lets you use more of the electricity you generate:

Use spare solar: Charge your car from daytime solar generation instead of exporting it to the grid
Lower running costs: Charging at home, from solar or on an off-peak tariff, could cost much less per mile than petrol. Your saving depends on your car, your tariff and how much spare solar you have.
Less reliance on the grid: Use more of your own electricity
Battery storage: A typical home battery can add some stored solar energy to an evening charge, but it holds much less than a car battery, so it gives a partial charge rather than a full one. Many drivers still charge overnight on a cheaper off-peak tariff.
Smart charging: Chargers with a solar mode, like the Zappi, can shift charging to times when your panels are generating

Frequently asked questions

Are all home chargers smart?

New ones are. Since 30 June 2022, home chargers sold new in Great Britain must be smart, so scheduled charging comes as standard. Older chargers may not be, and the rule doesn't apply in Northern Ireland. Features like solar charging vary by brand, so check before you buy if you have solar panels.

Can I charge my EV with solar power only?

Partly. With solar panels and a charger with a solar mode, like the myenergi Zappi, your car can charge from spare solar generation when there's enough of it. Generation varies with the season, the weather and how much electricity your home is using. When there isn't enough spare solar, you can wait, use stored solar from a home battery or top up from the grid.

How long does installation take?

A straightforward installation usually takes a few hours. Lead times vary by installer, and some homes need approval from the local network operator first.

Do I need three-phase electricity for faster charging?

Only for chargers above about 7.4kW. Most UK homes have a single-phase supply, which supports chargers up to about 7.4kW. 11kW and 22kW chargers need a three-phase supply, and many EVs can't charge faster than 11kW at home anyway.

What's the difference between tethered and untethered chargers?

Tethered: the cable is fixed to the charger, so there's nothing to unpack each time.

Untethered: you plug in your own cable, which looks tidier and suits any car with a Type 2 connector.

For more detail, see our guide: Should I buy a tethered or untethered EV charger?

How much does a full installation cost?

Which? puts the cost of buying and fitting a 7kW home charger at around £900, with most installations between £500 and £1,200 (October 2026). Longer cable runs, extra equipment or electrical upgrades cost more. Get a quote for an accurate price.

Jargon explained

Single-phase and three-phase: How electricity is supplied to your home. Most UK homes are single-phase, which supports chargers up to about 7.4kW. Three-phase supplies allow 11kW or 22kW chargers.
Tethered and untethered: A tethered charger has a fixed cable. An untethered charger has a socket, and you use your own cable.
Type 2: The standard connector for home charging on most EVs sold in the UK.
CT clamp: A small sensor clipped around your home's supply cable. It measures how much power your home is using, so the charger can balance its load or use spare solar.
Load balancing: The charger slows down when your home is using a lot of power, so you don't overload your supply.
Smart tariff: An electricity tariff with cheaper rates at certain times, often overnight, that a smart charger can schedule around.
Solar mode: A charger setting that uses spare solar generation to charge your car instead of exporting it.
Network operator: The company that runs the local electricity network in your area. It's different from your energy supplier.

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About MakeMyHouseGreen

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