Octopus Energy EV Charger Review 2026
Octopus Energy sells and installs home EV chargers through its own engineers, headlined by its own-brand Octopus Charge wallbox from £1,029 including standard installation, alongside Ohme and Hypervolt models. The real draw is the pairing with Intelligent Octopus Go, which charges eligible cars from around 8p/kWh. It is a strong package, but solar homes and bargain hunters should still compare a Zappi or an independent installer first.
Quick Answer
Octopus Energy installs home EV chargers using its own engineers. Its own-brand Octopus Charge costs £1,029 untethered or £1,129 tethered including standard installation, with Ohme and Hypervolt models also available by postcode quote. Paired with Intelligent Octopus Go, eligible cars smart-charge from around 8p/kWh. Independent installers fit comparable 7.4kW chargers for £800 to £1,200, so it is worth comparing quotes.
SolarInfo.uk editorial rating (out of 5)
A polished one-brand package: fair all-in pricing, Octopus engineers doing the install, and the cheapest mainstream smart-charging tariff to plug into. Marked down because the smart charging that delivers the savings needs an Octopus tariff, and solar homes may do better with a Zappi from an independent installer.
Independent review, 2026. Solar Info UK is not affiliated with Octopus Energy.
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
How much does an Octopus EV charger cost?
Octopus quotes a fixed price that includes the charger and a standard installation. Its own-brand Octopus Charge has published pricing; the Ohme and Hypervolt options are priced by postcode quote on the Octopus site. Every model it fits is a 7.4kW wallbox, the standard speed for UK homes. For context, a comparable charger from an independent installer typically lands at £800 to £1,200 installed, see our home EV charger guide.
| Charger | Cable | Price installed |
|---|---|---|
| Octopus Charge (untethered) | Socket only, app-controlled cable lock | £1,029 |
| Octopus Charge (tethered) | 5m Type 2 cable | £1,129 |
| Ohme ePod | Socket only | By postcode quote |
| Ohme Home Pro | 5m or 8m cable | By postcode quote |
| Hypervolt Home 3 Pro | 5m or 10m cable | By postcode quote |
If your home needs more than a standard install, Octopus adds a fixed surcharge: £125 (Standard Plus), £250 (Enhanced) or £350 (Bespoke), depending on cable runs and electrical work. The Octopus Charge comes with a 3-year warranty, extendable to 5 years for £79.
Prices from octopus.energy, 2026. Complex installs are surveyed and priced before you commit.
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Find Installers →What the installation includes
Unlike suppliers that subcontract, Octopus installs with its own engineers, and the service holds Which? Trusted Trader accreditation. A standard install takes around four hours and the typical wait from quote to installation is four to six weeks. You do not need to be an Octopus Energy customer to order, and renters can apply with their landlord’s permission.
- Charger, mounting and up to standard-length cabling
- Electrical tests and a safety certificate
- A test charge on your EV before the engineer leaves
- App setup and 7-day support from Octopus directly
The real draw: Intelligent Octopus Go at ~8p/kWh
The hardware is only half the product. On Intelligent Octopus Go, Octopus schedules your car into the cheapest half-hours and charges eligible cars from around 8p/kWh, against a standard rate of roughly 28p/kWh. Octopus claims savings of up to 69% on home charging, up to 85% against public charging, and says its customers typically saved £771 a year versus its standard tariff. You need a SMETS2 smart meter and an Octopus import account.
- Smart cheapest-slot charging only works on an Octopus tariff
- On another supplier you keep the app and timed schedules, but lose the smart savings
- Any compatible smart charger qualifies for the tariff, not just chargers bought from Octopus
- Solar owners can pair it with Outgoing Octopus to keep earning for daytime export
Which EV chargers are compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go?
You do not need to buy your charger from Octopus to get the smart tariff. Intelligent Octopus Go works with a range of third-party smart chargers, and if your car itself is supported, Octopus can control the charging through the car instead, so any charger will do. These are the compatible chargers as of 2026:
| Charger | Notes |
|---|---|
| Octopus Charge | Octopus’s own charger, deepest integration |
| Ohme Home Pro / ePod | Octopus-partnered brand, links natively to the Octopus app |
| myenergi Zappi | Best for solar homes, Eco+ charges from surplus solar |
| Hypervolt Home 3 Pro | Also sold and installed by Octopus |
| Indra Smart Pro / Smart Lux | Budget-friendly smart chargers |
| Pod Point Solo 3S | One of the UK’s most installed brands |
| Easee One, Andersen A3 / Quartz, VCHRGD Seven Pro | Also compatible |
Octopus adds chargers and car integrations over time, so check the live compatibility list on octopus.energy before buying. See our Intelligent Octopus Go guide for eligibility and rates.
Octopus vs Zappi and independent installers
Octopus strengths
- Fixed, published pricing with installation included
- Octopus engineers and one brand for install, tariff and support
- The cheapest mainstream smart EV tariff built in
- Renters and non-customers can order too
Why still compare
- Independent installers fit comparable chargers for £800 to £1,200
- Solar homes: the myenergi Zappi charges from surplus solar in Eco+ mode
- The smart savings need an Octopus tariff; a Zappi or Ohme works on any supplier
- Flat owners and renters can use the £500 EV chargepoint grant with any OZEV-approved installer
Compare models in our home EV charger guide, get quotes from approved EV charger installers near you, or see how solar panels and EV charging work together.
Octopus EV Charger FAQ
How much does the Octopus Energy EV charger cost?
The own-brand Octopus Charge costs £1,029 untethered or £1,129 with a 5m tethered cable, both including standard installation. Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro and Hypervolt Home 3 Pro models are priced by postcode quote. Complex installations add a fixed £125, £250 or £350 depending on the work needed.
Do I need to be an Octopus Energy customer to get their EV charger?
No. Anyone can order an EV charger installation from Octopus, including customers of other suppliers, and renters can apply with their landlord's permission. However, the smart cheapest-slot charging that delivers the headline savings only works on an Octopus tariff such as Intelligent Octopus Go.
What is the Octopus Charge?
Octopus Charge is Octopus Energy's own-brand 7.4kW home wallbox, designed, installed and supported by Octopus with no third parties. It comes tethered with a 5m Type 2 cable or untethered with an app-controlled cable lock, and carries a 3-year warranty, extendable to 5 years for £79.
Is the Octopus EV charger good for homes with solar panels?
It works alongside solar, and you can pair Intelligent Octopus Go with Outgoing Octopus to earn for exported power. But if charging from your own surplus solar is the priority, the myenergi Zappi is the stronger choice: its Eco+ mode diverts spare solar generation straight into the car.
Who installs Octopus EV chargers?
Octopus Energy's own engineers carry out the installation, which holds Which? Trusted Trader accreditation. A standard install takes around four hours and includes electrical tests, a safety certificate and a test charge. Typical lead time is four to six weeks from quote to installation.
Can I get a grant for an Octopus EV charger?
Homeowners in standard houses are not eligible for EV charger grants. The EV chargepoint grant covers 75% of the cost up to £500, but only for renters and flat owners with private off-street parking, and it requires an OZEV-approved installer. Check eligibility on GOV.UK before ordering.
Which EV chargers are compatible with Octopus Energy tariffs?
Intelligent Octopus Go works with the Octopus Charge, Ohme Home Pro and ePod, myenergi Zappi, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart Pro and Smart Lux, Pod Point Solo 3S, Easee One, Andersen and VCHRGD chargers, among others. If your car itself is supported, Octopus controls charging through the car and any charger works. The list grows over time, so check octopus.energy before buying.
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Sources
- Octopus Energy: Octopus Charge
- Octopus Energy: EV Charger Installation FAQs
- Octopus Energy: Intelligent Octopus Go
- GOV.UK: EV Chargepoint Grant
Last updated: August 2026
John Rooney is the founder of Solar Info and has been covering the UK solar energy market since 2023. He researches every battery and inverter brand against manufacturer datasheets, MCS and Ofgem data, and feedback from the MCS-certified installers in our directory before publishing.
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