The Andersen A2 is a design-led home EV charger with a hidden tethered cable, an extensive colour and material options list, and the longest warranty of any mainstream UK home charger at seven years. It starts at £1,199 for the unit alone and is available in both 7 kW single-phase and 22 kW three-phase variants. If you want the best-looking charger on the market and are willing to pay for it, the A2 is the benchmark. If budget is your primary concern, it is not for you.
Price and options in 2026
| Option | Price (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Andersen A2 unit only | £1,199 |
| Andersen A2 with Andersen installation | £1,594 |
| Accoya wood fascia (add-on) | +£200 |
| Carbon Fibre fascia (add-on) | +£320 |
Standard pricing includes 13 colour options. The Accoya sustainably-sourced wood and Carbon Fibre panels are premium extras for buyers who want a truly bespoke look.
The 22 kW three-phase variant is priced separately from the 7 kW model; check the Andersen EV website for current three-phase pricing as it varies by configuration. Installation of a three-phase unit also costs more than standard single-phase installation, and a three-phase supply is required.
It is worth confirming current pricing on the Andersen EV website at the time of purchase, as specifications and options can be updated.
If you want the Andersen A2 installed, get installation quotes from approved Andersen installers to compare fitted prices in your area.
Design and build quality
The defining characteristic of the Andersen A2 is the hidden cable system. Unlike most home chargers, which either have an exposed tethered cable hanging down the wall or require you to carry an untethered cable everywhere, the A2 has a motorised or manually retractable cable that disappears into the unit body when not in use. The result is a clean, flat fascia on the wall rather than a coil of cable.
The unit dimensions are 348 x 494 x 156 mm, larger than most competing chargers. The extra depth accommodates the cable storage mechanism. If you have a small or tight installation space, measure carefully before ordering.
The choice of 13 standard colours plus premium material options makes the A2 the most customisable charger on the UK market. It is available with gloss, satin, and matte finishes, and the brand panel is interchangeable, so you can update the look without replacing the whole unit.
Build quality is premium throughout. The cable is designed to last the life of the unit rather than being a replaceable consumable.
Power options: 7 kW single-phase vs 22 kW three-phase
The A2 is available in two output configurations:
7 kW single-phase: the standard version for UK homes. The tethered cable is 5.5 m as standard, with an 8.5 m option available. This suits the vast majority of UK properties and is the right choice for any single-phase home.
22 kW three-phase: for properties with a three-phase supply. The three-phase variant comes with a 6.5 m cable. On a three-phase supply, this version delivers up to 22 kW to compatible EVs, or 11 kW to cars with an 11 kW OBC such as the Tesla Model 3/Y, BMW i4, or Hyundai Ioniq 5.
For context on which EVs actually benefit from three-phase charging and whether a supply upgrade makes sense for your home, see our guides on EVs that support 22 kW AC and three-phase home charging.
Understanding your home EV charging speed picture before choosing a variant is important: most UK households on single-phase gain nothing from the 22 kW variant.
Smart features and app
The Andersen A2 uses the Konnect+ ecosystem. The companion app provides:
- Session scheduling and timer setting
- Real-time monitoring of charge rate and energy delivered
- Session history and energy usage reporting
- Solar divert mode (uses surplus solar generation to charge the car; compatible with common CT clamp setups)
The A2 is compatible with OVO Charge Anytime and Octopus Intelligent Go, two of the most popular smart EV tariffs in the UK. Solar compatibility is included as standard across all A2 models, not as a paid add-on. For solar-panel households, this is a meaningful differentiator against budget alternatives that require a separate solar divert accessory.
The app is well-regarded and more polished than those of several competitors in the mid-market. It does not offer quite the same depth of tariff-integration as the Ohme Home Pro, but it covers all the scheduling and monitoring functionality most users need.
Installation and warranty
The A2 can be installed by any NICEIC-approved electrician familiar with EV charger installations, or via the Andersen-approved installer network, which is how you access the £1,594 package price.
Warranty: 7 years. This is the longest warranty of any mainstream home EV charger on the UK market. The next-best competitors (Wallbox Pulsar Max, Rolec EVO) offer 5 years. The Andersen warranty covers parts and labour and is backed directly by Andersen EV.
DNO notification (G98 for standard installs) is included as part of any professional installation.
How it compares
| Charger | Starting price (unit) | Warranty | 22 kW variant | Solar mode | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andersen A2 | £1,199 | 7 years | Yes | Yes, standard | Hidden cable, premium design |
| Wallbox Pulsar Max | ~£496 | 5 years | Yes | No | Compact, IK10 tough |
| Rolec EVO | ~£449 | 5 years | Yes | Yes | Competitive mid-market |
| EO Mini Pro 3 | Mid-market | 3 years | Yes | No (via scheduling only) | Smallest footprint |
The Andersen A2 costs roughly 2 to 3 times more than the Wallbox Pulsar Max or Rolec EVO for the unit alone. In return you get the hidden cable, seven years of warranty cover, and a significantly more customisable design. Whether that premium is worth it depends entirely on how much the aesthetics of your install matter to you.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Hidden tethered cable: the cleanest wall-mounted look on the market
- 13 standard colours plus premium material options
- 7-year warranty: the longest of any UK mainstream charger
- Solar compatibility included as standard, not an add-on
- 22 kW three-phase variant available
- Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime compatible
Cons
- Significantly higher price than most competitors
- Larger physical footprint (348 x 494 x 156 mm) than most chargers
- Standard 7 kW model cable is 5.5 m; longer 8.5 m cable is an upgrade option
- Not the right choice for price-sensitive buyers or compact installations
Verdict: who the Andersen A2 is for
The A2 is the right choice if appearance and build quality are your primary criteria and you have the budget. It is particularly well suited to:
- Design-conscious buyers for whom a standard black plastic box on the wall is not acceptable
- Solar households who want divert mode built in without paying for extra hardware
- Buyers with a three-phase supply who want a 22 kW option with premium build
- Buyers who want the reassurance of a seven-year warranty
It is not the right choice if you need the lowest possible cost, the smallest possible footprint, or the deepest native integration with Octopus Intelligent Go (where the Ohme Home Pro is stronger).
Key Takeaways
- Andersen A2 starts at £1,199 unit only; £1,594 with Andersen-approved installation
- Available in 7 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-phase configurations
- Hidden tethered cable and the widest colour and material range on the UK market
- 7-year warranty is the longest of any mainstream UK home charger
- Solar divert mode is included as standard, not a paid extra
- Compatible with Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Andersen A2 worth the premium over a Pulsar Max or Rolec EVO?
Yes, if the appearance of your install matters to you. The A2 costs roughly 2 to 3 times more than comparable smart chargers for the unit alone. You are paying for the hidden cable mechanism, the custom colour range, and an extra two years of warranty cover compared with the Pulsar Max or Rolec EVO. For buyers who are indifferent to aesthetics, the premium is hard to justify on performance alone.
Does the Andersen A2 work with solar panels?
Yes, solar mode is included as standard on every A2. It works with a CT clamp on your meter to track surplus solar generation and modulate the charge rate to match what the panels are producing over household consumption. No additional hardware purchase is required.
Can the Andersen A2 charge at 22 kW?
Yes, with the 22 kW three-phase variant, provided you have a three-phase electricity supply and a compatible EV. On a standard single-phase UK home, the A2 delivers 7 kW.
Is the warranty really 7 years?
Yes. Andersen EV offers a 7-year warranty as standard on the A2, covering parts and labour. This compares with 5 years for Wallbox, Rolec, and most competitors, and 3 years for EO Charging. It is the longest standard warranty in the UK mainstream home charger market.
Does the A2 work with Octopus Intelligent Go?
Yes. The Andersen A2 integrates with Octopus Intelligent Go and OVO Charge Anytime. The charger can be scheduled to charge during cheap-rate hours and will work with both tariffs’ automatic scheduling features.
Useful Resources
Andersen EV — A2 product page https://andersen-ev.com/pages/andersen-a2
Smart Home Charge — Andersen A2 review https://www.smarthomecharge.co.uk/reviews/andersen-a2-review/
Car Magazine — Andersen A2 review https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/electric/andersen-ev-home-charger-review/