{
 "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/solar-chargers/",
 "type": "solar",
 "name": "Solar EV chargers, compared",
 "checked": "October 2026",
 "libraryUpdated": "2026-11-02",
 "rule": "The manufacturer publishes a solar charging mode for UK installations. Where it needs an extra sensor or meter that is sold separately, the listing says so, and where the maker does not say what it needs, the listing says that too.",
 "count": 25,
 "of": 26,
 "chargers": [
  {
   "id": "andersen-a3",
   "name": "Andersen A3",
   "brand": "Andersen",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/andersen-a3/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Solar Basic uses the Adaptive Fuse grid CT clamp supplied as standard; Solar Advanced adds a solar CT",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Adaptive Fuse CT Clamp included as standard",
       "document": "Andersen-A3",
       "url": "https://andersen-ev.com/pages/andersen-a3",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Position the CT clamp around a live conductor to monitor reading for whole property and any generation.",
       "document": "A3 INSTALLER MANUAL v1.4 digital",
       "url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0668/1486/9798/files/A3_INSTALLER_MANUAL_v1.4_digital.pdf?v=1787825506",
       "page": 23
      },
      {
       "quote": "Control your Andersen A3 directly from the Andersen App and manage all of your smart features, such as remote charge point locking and solar compatibility.",
       "document": "Andersen-A3",
       "url": "https://andersen-ev.com/pages/andersen-a3",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "andersen-quartz",
   "name": "Andersen Quartz",
   "brand": "Andersen",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/andersen-quartz/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Basic solar (and the Adaptive Fuse) runs on the grid CT clamps in the box: one on 7 kW units, three on 22 kW units. The separate solar CT for Advanced Solar is bought separately and does not apply to the 22 kW unit.",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Solar compatible Make use of surplus solar energy",
       "document": "Andersen Quartz",
       "url": "https://andersen-ev.com/pages/andersen-quartz",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Solar Basic / Adaptive Fuse Position the CT clamp around a live conductor to monitor loads for the entire property and any generated export",
       "document": "QUARTZ INSTALLER MANUAL v1.6 digital",
       "url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0668/1486/9798/files/QUARTZ_INSTALLER_MANUAL_v1.6_digital.pdf?v=1787825505",
       "page": 28
      },
      {
       "quote": "3-phase load limiting and basic solar",
       "document": "QUARTZ INSTALLER MANUAL v1.6 digital",
       "url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0668/1486/9798/files/QUARTZ_INSTALLER_MANUAL_v1.6_digital.pdf?v=1787825505",
       "page": 30
      },
      {
       "quote": "Grid CT Clamp (x3 if 3-phase)",
       "document": "QUARTZ INSTALLER MANUAL v1.6 digital",
       "url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0668/1486/9798/files/QUARTZ_INSTALLER_MANUAL_v1.6_digital.pdf?v=1787825505",
       "page": 7
      },
      {
       "quote": "3x Grid CT Clamps if 22kW charger",
       "document": "QUARTZ INSTALLER MANUAL v1.6 digital",
       "url": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0668/1486/9798/files/QUARTZ_INSTALLER_MANUAL_v1.6_digital.pdf?v=1787825505",
       "page": 5
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "cord-zero",
   "name": "Cord Zero",
   "brand": "Cord",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/cord-zero/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "What it needs: not stated",
     "detail": "Solar compatible through the Cord app; the documents do not say whether extra hardware is needed",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Warranty Period 3 Years Solar Compatible Yes",
       "document": "Cord Zero 5m Tethered EV Home Charger",
       "url": "https://www.cord-ev.com/cord-zero-ev-home-charger-5m.html",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "easee-one",
   "name": "Easee One",
   "brand": "Easee",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/easee-one/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "Needs an accessory",
     "detail": "Solar charging needs the Easee Equalizer",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Automatic charging with solar generation.1",
       "document": "Easee One Product Sheet",
       "url": "https://download.easee.com/m/6c692ec649987675/original/EN_Easee_One_Productsheet.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "1. Easee Equalizer required.",
       "document": "Easee One Product Sheet",
       "url": "https://download.easee.com/m/6c692ec649987675/original/EN_Easee_One_Productsheet.pdf",
       "page": 1
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "eo-mini-pro-3",
   "name": "EO Mini Pro 3",
   "brand": "EO Charging",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/eo-mini-pro-3/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "Needs an accessory",
     "detail": "Solar matching needs an additional CT clamp",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Solar charging: Charge your car with our solar matching or net-zero technologies (optional extra, using an additional CT clamp)",
       "document": "UK & IE",
       "url": "https://a.storyblok.com/f/120859/x/abb1dc47ec/eo-mini-pro-3-datasheet-uk-ie-nov-2023.pdf",
       "page": 1
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "givenergy-ev",
   "name": "GivEnergy EV Charger",
   "brand": "GivEnergy",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/givenergy-ev/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "Needs an accessory",
     "detail": "Solar diversion needs a compatible CT meter wired to the charger, or a compatible GivEnergy PV inverter on the same GivEnergy account; standalone, the charger has no solar integration",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Solar Diversion Charge your vehicle from excess solar generation",
       "document": "UK Datasheet EV Charger v2",
       "url": "https://givenergy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UK-Datasheet-EV-Charger-v2.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "Charger is connected to a compatible CT meter via a wired comms cable.",
       "document": "GivEnergy EV Charger Troubleshooting Guide",
       "url": "https://givenergy.com/resource-hub/customer-guides/givenergy-ev-charger-troubleshooting-guide/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Enables dynamic load balancing, solar export detection, and other smart charging features.",
       "document": "GivEnergy EV Charger Troubleshooting Guide",
       "url": "https://givenergy.com/resource-hub/customer-guides/givenergy-ev-charger-troubleshooting-guide/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Charger is installed alongside a compatible GivEnergy PV inverter that is registered under the same GivEnergy cloud account.",
       "document": "GivEnergy EV Charger Troubleshooting Guide",
       "url": "https://givenergy.com/resource-hub/customer-guides/givenergy-ev-charger-troubleshooting-guide/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "No solar integration, CTs, or energy monitoring.",
       "document": "GivEnergy EV Charger Troubleshooting Guide",
       "url": "https://givenergy.com/resource-hub/customer-guides/givenergy-ev-charger-troubleshooting-guide/",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "hive-sync-energy-2",
   "name": "Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2)",
   "brand": "Hive",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/hive-sync-energy-2/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Sync's Auto Solar Charging, with the load management kit supplied",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Auto Solar Charging allowing you to utilise excess solar power to charge your EV",
       "document": "Specification Sheet - Tethered Residential EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2T7GG-03#download=EV_SPCDOC_EN_20260326DC_Tethered-EVWC2Txx-03.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "LOAD BALANCING Supplied with Load Management Kit",
       "document": "Specification Sheet - Tethered Residential EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2T7GG-03#download=EV_SPCDOC_EN_20260326DC_Tethered-EVWC2Txx-03.pdf",
       "page": 2
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "humax-mx7",
   "name": "Humax MX7",
   "brand": "Humax",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/humax-mx7/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Auto Solar mode, using the CT clamp supplied in the box",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Compatible with your solar setup and smart home system, Auto Solar lets you charge your EV using clean, free solar energy.",
       "document": "MX7 Smart EV Charger",
       "url": "https://humaxdirect.co.uk/products/humax-mx7-v2g-ready-ev-home-charger-7-4kw-tethered-version",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "EV charger, wall bracket, CT clamp & connector, ferrule terminals, screws, extension connector, 2 x RFID cards, and a quick guide.",
       "document": "MX7 Smart EV Charger",
       "url": "https://humaxdirect.co.uk/products/humax-mx7-v2g-ready-ev-home-charger-7-4kw-tethered-version",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "hypervolt",
   "name": "Hypervolt Home 3 Pro",
   "brand": "Hypervolt",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/hypervolt/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Eco (solar and grid) and Super Eco (solar only) modes, using the CT clamp supplied",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Charging modes: Boost, Eco (Solar & Grid), Super Eco (Solar Only)",
       "document": "Home 3 Pro Technical Specification",
       "url": "https://support.hypervolt.co.uk/en/knowledge-base/home-3-pro-technical-specification",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Connect the CT clamp supplied to the green CT plug",
       "document": "Home 3 Pro Installation Guide",
       "url": "https://support.hypervolt.co.uk/en/knowledge-base/home-3-pro-installation-guide",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "indra-smart-lux",
   "name": "Indra Smart LUX",
   "brand": "Indra",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/indra-smart-lux/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Takes surplus solar above 1.4 kW not used by the home, read by the CT that comes with every Indra charger",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "The charger will take any surplus solar power that's above 1.4kW not being used by your home",
       "document": "Smart LUX User Guide September V1 20.09.2024",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Smart-LUX-User-Guide_September_V1_20.09.2024.pdf",
       "page": 7
      },
      {
       "quote": "Load curtailment • Solar mode",
       "document": "Smart LUX Datasheet August v3.1",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Smart-LUX-Datasheet_August-v3.1.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "use surplus energy from your solar panels to charge your car or van for free",
       "document": "Smart LUX",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/product/smart-lux/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Every Indra charger comes with a CT included.",
       "document": "External Current Transformer (CT)",
       "url": "https://support.indra.co.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/32147952189853-External-Current-Transformer-CT",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Export Matching (Solar Mode), allows us to read the export and use it to charge your vehicle.",
       "document": "External Current Transformer (CT)",
       "url": "https://support.indra.co.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/32147952189853-External-Current-Transformer-CT",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "indra-smart-pro",
   "name": "Indra Smart PRO",
   "brand": "Indra",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/indra-smart-pro/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Takes surplus solar above 1.4 kW not used by the home; no add-on kit needed",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "free power from your rooftop solar without buying an add-on kit",
       "document": "Smart PRO",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/product/smart-pro/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "The charger will take any surplus solar power that's above 1.4kW not being used by your home",
       "document": "Smart PRO User guide PBM edit final",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Smart-PRO-User-guide-PBM-edit-final.pdf",
       "page": 7
      },
      {
       "quote": "Load curtailment • Solar mode",
       "document": "IMD 61 Smart PRO Untethered Datasheet August v1.2",
       "url": "https://www.indra.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMD-61-Smart-PRO-Untethered-Datasheet-August_v1.2.pdf",
       "page": 1
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "masterplug-ev",
   "name": "Masterplug Smart EV Charger",
   "brand": "Masterplug",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/masterplug-ev/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Integrated SolarCharge using the CT clamp supplied in the box",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Supporting auto solar charging and Tariff Sense intelligent rate-based scheduling",
       "document": "Specification Sheet Socketed and Tethered Mode 3 EV Chargers PDF Download",
       "url": "https://res.cloudinary.com/lu1/fl_attachment:MP_EV_SPCDOC_EN_20250610DC-EVCM3xx/1371461/Original.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "One CT Clamp is supplied in the box with this charger.",
       "document": "Instruction Manual Smart EV Charger Installation Guide Download",
       "url": "https://res.cloudinary.com/lu1/fl_attachment:MP_INMDOC_EN_20260210DC_7kw_Smart/1598770/Original.pdf",
       "page": 10
      },
      {
       "quote": "If load balancing and/or Integrated SolarCharge feature is required, a single CT clamp should be used",
       "document": "Instruction Manual Smart EV Charger Installation Guide Download",
       "url": "https://res.cloudinary.com/lu1/fl_attachment:MP_INMDOC_EN_20260210DC_7kw_Smart/1598770/Original.pdf",
       "page": 10
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "zappi-charger",
   "name": "myenergi zappi",
   "brand": "myenergi",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/zappi-charger/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "ECO and ECO+ modes charge from surplus solar or wind; grid sensor (CT) clamps supplied: one on single phase, three on three phase",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "7kW Single-Phase 22kW 3-Phase EV charging from surplus solar or wind generation",
       "document": "zappi 2.1-G Datasheet",
       "url": "https://support.myenergi.com/hc/article_attachments/30456697034129",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "Supplied with Clip-on Grid Sensor(s)",
       "document": "zappi 2.1-G Datasheet",
       "url": "https://support.myenergi.com/hc/article_attachments/30456697034129",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "either find a single CT clamp with 5m cable (1pc model) or three CT clamps with 5m cables",
       "document": "zappi EV Charger",
       "url": "https://www.myenergi.com/product/zappi-ev-charger/",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "zappi-glo",
   "name": "myenergi zappi GLO",
   "brand": "myenergi",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/zappi-glo/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Uses surplus solar measured by the grid CT supplied with the charger",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "zappi GLO continuously adjusts power based on grid import and export, protecting your electrics while maximising surplus solar energy.",
       "document": "zappi GLO",
       "url": "https://www.myenergi.com/product/zappi-glo/",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Ensure the supplied grid CT has been fitted",
       "document": "zappi GLO handover Document",
       "url": "https://support.myenergi.com/hc/article_attachments/44708550926737",
       "page": 4
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "ohme-epod",
   "name": "Ohme ePod",
   "brand": "Ohme",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/ohme-epod/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Solar charging using the CT clamp supplied in the box",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Dynamic load balancing and solar charging enabled with a working CT clamp",
       "document": "ePod Product Data Sheet UK and IE May 2025 1",
       "url": "https://ohme-ev.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ePod_Product_Data_Sheet_UK_and_IE_May_2025-1.pdf",
       "page": 2
      },
      {
       "quote": "Ohme ePod 1x CT clamp 2x Wago clips and connector block",
       "document": "Product Manual PDF",
       "url": "https://ohme-ev.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/UK-IE_ePod_and_Home_Pro_Installation_Guide_Pages-Update_3_Feb_2025.pdf",
       "page": 33
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "ohme-home-pro",
   "name": "Ohme Home Pro",
   "brand": "Ohme",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/ohme-home-pro/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Solar Boost in the app, using the CT clamp supplied in the box",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Dynamic load balancing and solar charging enabled with a working CT clamp",
       "document": "Home Pro Product Data Sheet UK and IE May 2025",
       "url": "https://ohme-ev.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Home_Pro_Product_Data_Sheet_UK_and_IE_May_2025.pdf",
       "page": 2
      },
      {
       "quote": "Ohme Home Pro and backplate 1x CT clamp 2x Wago clips",
       "document": "Product Manual PDF",
       "url": "https://ohme-ev.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/UK-IE_ePod_and_Home_Pro_Installation_Guide_Pages-Update_3_Feb_2025.pdf",
       "page": 7
      },
      {
       "quote": "Activate our Solar Boost feature in the app and use solar energy excess to charge your car with green energy.",
       "document": "Ohme Home Pro, Tethered Home EV Charger from £999",
       "url": "https://ohme-ev.com/product/ohme-home-pro/",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "pod-point-solo-3",
   "name": "Pod Point Solo 3S",
   "brand": "Pod Point",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/pod-point-solo-3/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Solar and Solar & Grid modes in the app, using the power balancing sensor (CT clamp) supplied in the box",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "This mode allows you to charge your car purely on excess solar energy alone if you have at least 1.4kW available.",
       "document": "Solo 3S Solar Charging",
       "url": "https://help.pod-point.com/s/article/Solo-3S-Solar-Charging",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "1 x Power Balancing Sensor (CT Clamp) + Cable tie",
       "document": "Solo 3S - Home Install Guide",
       "url": "https://cdn-www.pod-point.com/PP-2300436-6-Solo-3S-UK-Domestic-Install-guide-black-cover.pdf",
       "page": 4
      },
      {
       "quote": "It also means that customers can use features like solar charging.",
       "document": "Solo 3S - Home Install Guide",
       "url": "https://cdn-www.pod-point.com/PP-2300436-6-Solo-3S-UK-Domestic-Install-guide-black-cover.pdf",
       "page": 14
      }
     ]
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "rolec-evo",
   "name": "Rolec EVO",
   "brand": "Rolec",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/rolec-evo/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "7 kW: what it needs: not stated",
     "detail": "ECO+ (surplus solar only) and ECO (solar by day, scheduled grid at night) modes. A second CT on the solar side is fitted if required, from the EVO Single Phase Solar CT Clamp Kit (ACSR5011); Rolec does not say when it is needed",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Surplus solar charging compatible",
       "document": "EVO Data Sheet",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1nl4xVBdqIk5uSnYdoN_yzzr1KXMqAEvi&export=download",
       "page": 3
      },
      {
       "quote": "ECO+ uses only surplus solar energy to charge",
       "document": "EVO Data Sheet",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1nl4xVBdqIk5uSnYdoN_yzzr1KXMqAEvi&export=download",
       "page": 4
      },
      {
       "quote": "If 2x CTs are required, an additional kit is available.",
       "document": "EVO 7.4kW Installation & Operation Manual",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1pMl2GIVc0Nx0BHmB14-h8sOKMQNPVpHf&export=download",
       "page": 25
      },
      {
       "quote": "Description: EVO Single Phase Solar CT Clamp Kit",
       "document": "EVO 7.4kW Installation & Operation Manual",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1pMl2GIVc0Nx0BHmB14-h8sOKMQNPVpHf&export=download",
       "page": 25
      }
     ]
    },
    {
     "tag": "22 kW: needs an accessory",
     "detail": "ECO+ and ECO modes; the 22 kW model needs the EVO Three Phase Solar CT Clamp Kit (ACSR5014)",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Surplus solar charging compatible",
       "document": "EVO Data Sheet",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1nl4xVBdqIk5uSnYdoN_yzzr1KXMqAEvi&export=download",
       "page": 3
      },
      {
       "quote": "To utilise the DLB or Solar functionality, additional CT kits are required",
       "document": "EVO 22kW Installation & Operation Manual",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1KBQBN-MWmjD7HrlzQtFm9fxW1oZp6Jkc&export=download",
       "page": 25
      },
      {
       "quote": "Description: EVO Three Phase Solar CT Clamp Kit",
       "document": "EVO 22kW Installation & Operation Manual",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1KBQBN-MWmjD7HrlzQtFm9fxW1oZp6Jkc&export=download",
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   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/rolec-wallpod/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "What it needs: not stated",
     "detail": "Solar PV, battery or wind turbine integration, which Rolec marks as app dependent; no solar accessory or charging mode is named",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Solar PV, battery storage or wind turbine integration",
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       "page": 3
      },
      {
       "quote": "for a zero-cost, zero-carbon charge.* *App dependent feature",
       "document": "WallPod Data Sheet",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1MzWLGl2BqalJsnkhoxh5wVHyXjRGzq1L&export=download",
       "page": 2
      },
      {
       "quote": "Solar PV, battery storage or wind turbine integration*",
       "document": "WALLPOD",
       "url": "https://www.rolecserv.com/ev-products/wallpod",
       "page": null
      }
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   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "What it needs: not stated",
     "detail": "Solar PV, battery or wind turbine integration; the manual describes adding a solar monitoring CT on the CT connector. Rolec names no solar mode or solar kit for the Zura",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Solar PV, battery storage or wind turbine integration",
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       "quote": "Sync your solar PV, battery storage or wind turbine setup",
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      },
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       "quote": "The lower two terminals on the CT connector can be used to attach a CT for a solar system.",
       "document": "Zura Installation & Operation Manual",
       "url": "https://drive.usercontent.google.com/download?id=1mwrJsiBa_F-d8bq_xpYxiK6GqTVOXODb&export=download",
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   "brand": "Simpson & Partners",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/simpson-partners-home-7/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
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    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Eco and Eco+ modes in the app; charging starts when more than 1.4 kW of surplus is sustained; uses the energy manager's grid data, and a wired energy manager comes with every Home Series charger",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "How to setup solar charging on our Home Plus EV chargers",
       "document": "How to Setup Solar Charging + User Guide",
       "url": "https://simpson-partners.com/support/article/how-to-set-up-solar-charging",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "If more than 1.4kW of surplus is detected, Eco Mode will initiate charging.",
       "document": "How to Setup Solar Charging + User Guide",
       "url": "https://simpson-partners.com/support/article/how-to-set-up-solar-charging",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Simpson & Partners chargers can charge from solar using grid/property data from wired or wireless energy manager.",
       "document": "Solar Integration + User Guide",
       "url": "https://www.simpson-partners.com/support/article/solar-integration",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Surplus power goes to the car instead of the grid",
       "document": "Home Series key features",
       "url": "https://www.simpson-partners.com/home-series/key-features",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Wired energy managers are included in all home product series charger.",
       "document": "How to connect a wired energy manager.",
       "url": "https://simpson-partners.com/support/article/how-to-connect-a-wired-energy-manager",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Our chargers come standard with a Wired Energy Manager, a small sensor that connects to your home’s main electricity supply.",
       "document": "Energy Management",
       "url": "https://www.simpson-partners.com/support/article/energy-management",
       "page": null
      }
     ]
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   ]
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   "name": "Sync Energy EV Charger",
   "brand": "Sync Energy",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/sync-ev/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Auto Solar Charging on the 7.4 kW models and Integrated Solar Charging on the 22 kW model; each comes with one EVA120CT1 clamp in the box, which serves load balancing and solar on a single CT",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Auto Solar Charging allowing you to utilise excess solar power to charge your EV",
       "document": "Specification Sheet - Tethered Residential EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2T7GG-03#download=EV_SPCDOC_EN_20260326DC_Tethered-EVWC2Txx-03.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "LOAD BALANCING Supplied with Load Management Kit",
       "document": "Specification Sheet - Tethered Residential EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2T7GG-03#download=EV_SPCDOC_EN_20260326DC_Tethered-EVWC2Txx-03.pdf",
       "page": 2
      },
      {
       "quote": "One Sync Energy CT Clamps, EVA120CT1, is supplied in the box with this charger.",
       "document": "Instruction Manual - Socketed 7.4kW EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2S7GG-03#download=EV_INMDOC_20260818AY_Socketed-7kW-EVWC2Sxx-03.pdf",
       "page": 9
      },
      {
       "quote": "Integrated Solar Charging allowing you to utilise excess solar power to charge your EV",
       "document": "Specification Sheet - Commercial EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2S22GGR-03#download=EV_SPCDOC_EN_20260408DC_Socketed-EVWC2S22GGR-03.pdf",
       "page": 1
      },
      {
       "quote": "If load balancing and/or Integrated SolarCharge feature is required, a single CT clamp should be used for correct balancing.",
       "document": "Instruction Manual - Socketed 22kW EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2S22GGR-03#download=EV_INMDOC_20260818AY_Socketed-22kW-EVWC2S22xx-03.pdf",
       "page": 36
      },
      {
       "quote": "One Sync Energy CT clamps, EVA120CT1, is supplied in the box with this charger.",
       "document": "Instruction Manual - Socketed 22kW EV Charger",
       "url": "https://sync.energy/product/EVWC2S22GGR-03#download=EV_INMDOC_20260818AY_Socketed-22kW-EVWC2S22xx-03.pdf",
       "page": 36
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    }
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   "id": "vchrgd-seven-pro",
   "name": "VCHRGD Seven Pro",
   "brand": "VCHRGD",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/vchrgd-seven-pro/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "In the box",
     "detail": "Monitors solar export using the CT clamp supplied (a second CT can be ordered)",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "Our chargers monitor your solar export, allowing you to charge for free with 1 or 2 CT Inputs",
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   "id": "pulsar-max",
   "name": "Wallbox Pulsar Max",
   "brand": "Wallbox",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/pulsar-max/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "Needs an accessory",
     "detail": "Solar charging needs one of Wallbox's power meters (Energy Meter Pulsar)",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "To enable solar charging, you must combine it with one of our power meters.",
       "document": "Pulsar Max Charger & Socket",
       "url": "https://wallbox.com/en_uk/pulsar-max-ev-charger-socket",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "When used with the optional Energy Meter Pulsar, the Pulsar Max offers various energy management solutions. The Solar charging mode makes efficient use of a PV system",
       "document": "Pulsar Max2026 Datasheet English",
       "url": "https://d1lnencgr7glws.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/05193926/Pulsar_Max2026_Datasheet_English.pdf",
       "page": 1
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   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "wallbox-quasar-2",
   "name": "Wallbox Quasar 2",
   "brand": "Wallbox",
   "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/wallbox-quasar-2/",
   "checked": "2026-10-25",
   "facts": [
    {
     "tag": "Needs an accessory",
     "detail": "Solar charging needs a Wallbox power meter; not with multiple chargers or OCPP",
     "sources": [
      {
       "quote": "To enable solar charging, you must combine it with one of our power meters.",
       "document": "Quasar 2 Bidirectional Charger",
       "url": "https://wallbox.com/en_uk/quasar-2-bidirectional-ev-charger",
       "page": null
      },
      {
       "quote": "Solar charging is not compatible with multiple-charger installations and OCPP.",
       "document": "Quasar 2 Bidirectional Charger",
       "url": "https://wallbox.com/en_uk/quasar-2-bidirectional-ev-charger",
       "page": null
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  {
   "id": "zaptec-go",
   "name": "Zaptec Go",
   "why": "Zaptec's solar charging (with Zaptec Sense) is offered only in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland and Luxembourg, not the UK"
  }
 ],
 "faqs": [
  {
   "q": "Which home EV chargers can charge from solar panels?",
   "a": "25 of the 26 home chargers we cover publish a solar charging mode for UK homes. A to Z they are the Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Easee One, EO Mini Pro 3, GivEnergy EV Charger, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro, Pod Point Solo 3S, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro, Wallbox Pulsar Max and Wallbox Quasar 2."
  },
  {
   "q": "Do I need extra equipment for solar EV charging?",
   "a": "Usually a sensor on your supply, so the charger can see spare solar. The maker says it comes in the box for 16 chargers. Five need an accessory sold separately: the Easee One, EO Mini Pro 3, GivEnergy EV Charger, Wallbox Pulsar Max and Wallbox Quasar 2; each card below names it. For the Cord Zero, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod and Rolec Zura, the maker does not say what is needed."
  },
  {
   "q": "What is the difference between solar-only and solar and grid modes?",
   "a": "A solar-only mode charges just from spare solar and pauses when there is not enough. A solar and grid mode keeps the car charging, topping up from the grid when spare solar drops, so you pay your day rate for the top-up. Hypervolt calls them Super Eco (solar only) and Eco (solar and grid); Pod Point calls them Solar and Solar & Grid. The calculator on this page shows how much each would cover for your roof."
  },
  {
   "q": "How much spare solar does a charger need to start?",
   "a": "About 1.4 kW, because most cars will not charge below 6 A at 230 V. Indra Smart PRO, Pod Point Solo 3S and Simpson & Partners Home Plus publish this figure: their solar modes wait for at least 1.4 kW of spare solar."
  },
  {
   "q": "Can a 22 kW three-phase charger charge from solar?",
   "a": "Seven chargers here have a 22 kW three-phase version and a solar mode on at least one model: the Andersen Quartz, myenergi zappi, Rolec EVO, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger and Wallbox Pulsar Max. On the 22 kW models, the solar sensor is in the box for the Andersen Quartz, myenergi zappi, Simpson & Partners Home Plus and Sync Energy EV Charger; the Rolec EVO and Wallbox Pulsar Max need an accessory sold separately; and for the Rolec Zura the maker does not say what is needed."
  },
  {
   "q": "Which solar chargers work with smart EV tariffs?",
   "a": "15 of the 25 solar chargers were on at least one supplier's smart tariff list (Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next) when we checked in November 2026: the Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro and Wallbox Pulsar Max."
  }
 ]
}