{
  "source_url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/humax-mx7/",
  "checked": "2026-10-04",
  "checked_label": "October 2026",
  "lists_checked": "4 October 2026",
  "citation": "Best Chargers, \"Humax MX7 EV charger review\", specs checked October 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/humax-mx7/",
  "note": "Published facts only. Best Chargers does not score, rate or rank chargers.",
  "id": "humax-mx7",
  "name": "Humax MX7",
  "brand": "Humax",
  "answer": "The Humax MX7 is a home EV charger rated at 7.4 kW single-phase, sold tethered or with a Type 2 socket. It can charge from surplus solar, but it is not on the Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next smart tariff charger lists. Its vehicle-to-grid hardware is not yet active. Not included: three-phase or 22 kW version; published dimensions, weight or impact rating.",
  "notice": null,
  "power": {
    "text": "7.4 kW",
    "kw": [
      7.4
    ],
    "three_phase": false
  },
  "cable": "Type 2 socket or tethered 5 m / 7.5 m",
  "tethered": true,
  "untethered": true,
  "solar_charging": "included",
  "load_management": "included",
  "pen_protection": true,
  "connectivity": [
    "Wi-Fi",
    "Bluetooth"
  ],
  "ocpp": null,
  "rfid": true,
  "ip_rating": "IP65",
  "ik_rating": null,
  "bidirectional": "hardware-ready",
  "warranty": "5 years (when registered online)",
  "tariff_lists": {
    "octopusIog": {
      "listed": false,
      "tariff": "intelligent-octopus-go",
      "source": "https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/"
    },
    "eonDriveSmart": {
      "listed": false,
      "tariff": "eon-next-drive-smart",
      "source": "https://www.eonnext.com/tariffs/next-drive/smart"
    },
    "ovoChargeAnytime": {
      "listed": false,
      "tariff": "ovo-charge-anytime",
      "source": "https://www.ovoenergy.com/electric-cars/charge-anytime-cars-and-chargers"
    }
  },
  "charger_types": [
    {
      "label": "Solar charging",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/solar-chargers/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Tethered",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/best-tethered-home-ev-charger/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Untethered (socket)",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/best-untethered-home-ev-charger/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Bidirectional (V2G)",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/best-home-ev-chargers/vehicle-to-grid/"
    }
  ],
  "features": [
    {
      "key": "warranty5",
      "label": "A warranty of 5 years or more",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 9,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "rfid",
      "label": "An RFID card or key reader",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 10,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "longCable",
      "label": "A tethered cable option of 7.5 m or more",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 11,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "ip65",
      "label": "IP65 or higher dust and water rating",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 11,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "both",
      "label": "Sold tethered and with a socket",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 14,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "load",
      "label": "Load management with no extra accessory",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 19,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "solar",
      "label": "Solar charging with no extra accessory",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 21,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "pen",
      "label": "PEN fault protection built in",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 21,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "ocpp",
      "label": "OCPP, for third-party charging platforms",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 16,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "iog",
      "label": "Listed for Intelligent Octopus Go",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 15,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "4g",
      "label": "4G or mobile data, as standard or an option",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 14,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "ethernet",
      "label": "An Ethernet port, as standard or an option",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 13,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "three",
      "label": "A 22 kW three-phase version",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 7,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "all3",
      "label": "Listed by Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next for their smart tariffs",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 5,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "v2g",
      "label": "Bidirectional (V2G or V2H) hardware",
      "value": "partial",
      "chargers_with_it": 1,
      "of": 26
    }
  ],
  "similar": [
    {
      "name": "Andersen Quartz",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/andersen-quartz/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Solar charging",
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW",
          "theirs": "7 kW or 22 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "0 of 3",
          "theirs": "2 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "5 years",
          "theirs": "7 years"
        },
        {
          "label": "Bidirectional",
          "mine": "hardware ready, not yet active",
          "theirs": "no"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Cord Zero",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/cord-zero/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Solar charging",
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW",
          "theirs": "7.36 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "0 of 3",
          "theirs": "2 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "4G",
          "mine": "no",
          "theirs": "yes"
        },
        {
          "label": "Bidirectional",
          "mine": "hardware ready, not yet active",
          "theirs": "no"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "EO Mini Pro 3",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/eo-mini-pro-3/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Solar charging",
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW",
          "theirs": "7.2 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "4G",
          "mine": "no",
          "theirs": "yes"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "5 years",
          "theirs": "not published"
        },
        {
          "label": "Bidirectional",
          "mine": "hardware ready, not yet active",
          "theirs": "no"
        }
      ]
    }
  ],
  "specs": [
    {
      "label": "Power",
      "value": "7.4 kW single-phase"
    },
    {
      "label": "Connector",
      "value": "Type 2 socket (H95-0132) or tethered Type 2, 5 m or 7.5 m (H95-0131)"
    },
    {
      "label": "Solar charging",
      "value": "SolarSmart (Auto Solar); CT clamp in the box"
    },
    {
      "label": "Load management",
      "value": "Dynamic load balancing"
    },
    {
      "label": "Protection",
      "value": "Built-in PEN fault protection; tamper switch; temperature sensor"
    },
    {
      "label": "Vehicle identification",
      "value": "Yes, via built-in PLC module"
    },
    {
      "label": "Bidirectional",
      "value": "V2G-ready hardware (PLC, ISO 15118); not yet commercially supported"
    },
    {
      "label": "Connectivity",
      "value": "Wi-Fi, Bluetooth"
    },
    {
      "label": "Access",
      "value": "Humax Charge app; 2 RFID cards supplied"
    },
    {
      "label": "Enclosure",
      "value": "ABS, IP65"
    },
    {
      "label": "Colour",
      "value": "Black"
    },
    {
      "label": "Warranty",
      "value": "5 years when registered online"
    }
  ],
  "key_facts": [
    "7.4 kW single-phase, with a Type 2 socket or a tethered 5 m or 7.5 m cable",
    "Vehicle identification through a built-in PLC module, so only approved cars can charge",
    "SolarSmart sends surplus solar to the car after the home's needs are met; CT clamp in the box",
    "Built-in PEN fault protection and dynamic load balancing; Humax says no earth rod is needed",
    "V2G-ready hardware (PLC and ISO 15118), but Humax says V2G and V2H are not yet commercially supported",
    "5-year warranty when the charger is registered online"
  ],
  "included": [
    "Vehicle identification",
    "SolarSmart solar charging",
    "CT clamp and two RFID cards",
    "Built-in PEN fault protection",
    "Dynamic load balancing",
    "Wi-Fi and Bluetooth"
  ],
  "not_included": [
    "Working vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home today",
    "Three-phase or 22 kW version",
    "Listing on Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next smart tariff charger lists",
    "Published dimensions, weight or impact rating"
  ],
  "faqs": [
    {
      "q": "Can the Humax MX7 do vehicle-to-grid?",
      "a": "Not yet. Humax says the MX7 has V2G-ready hardware (a PLC module and ISO 15118 support), but that V2G and V2H are currently not commercially supported, with the software and certification process still in progress. It also says the MX7 cannot provide home backup power during outages at present."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is Humax vehicle identification?",
      "a": "Humax says the MX7's PLC module recognises your car when it is plugged in, so only vehicles you have approved can charge, and it notifies you if an unrecognised car is plugged in."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does the Humax MX7 work with Intelligent Octopus Go?",
      "a": "Humax is not on Octopus's list of supported chargers for Intelligent Octopus Go, or OVO's or E.ON Next's lists for their smart tariffs (checked 4 October 2026). Humax says the MX7 can schedule charging into off-peak windows, and Octopus can also connect through some cars instead of the charger."
    },
    {
      "q": "What warranty does the Humax MX7 have?",
      "a": "Humax Direct lists 5 years when the product is registered online."
    },
    {
      "q": "What does installing the Humax MX7 involve?",
      "a": "A qualified installer fits it on its own circuit, checks your supply and earthing, and notifies your network operator. Humax lists built-in PEN fault protection. For solar charging, ask for the supply sensor to be fitted on the same visit."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which chargers are similar to the Humax MX7?",
      "a": "Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero and EO Mini Pro 3 share the most charger types with it (such as solar charging, cable type and smart tariff listings). They are listed by how many types they share, then A to Z; this is not a ranking. Compare any two side by side on our compare page."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does the Humax MX7 support V2H or V2G?",
      "a": "Not yet. Humax says the Humax MX7's hardware is ready for vehicle-to-grid (V2G), but the feature is not active yet."
    },
    {
      "q": "How much does the Humax MX7 cost?",
      "a": "We do not list prices, because they change often and most people buy a charger fitted, so the price depends on the installer and your home. Ask two or three installers for a fitted price for the Humax MX7 by name. If you rent, or own a flat with private off-street parking, the EV chargepoint grant can cover 75% of the cost of buying and installing a chargepoint, up to £500."
    }
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "label": "Humax Direct, MX7 Smart EV Charger, tethered (H95-0131)",
      "url": "https://humaxdirect.co.uk/products/humax-mx7-v2g-ready-ev-home-charger-7-4kw-tethered-version"
    },
    {
      "label": "Humax Direct, MX7 Smart EV Charger, socket (H95-0132)",
      "url": "https://humaxdirect.co.uk/collections/ev-charging-1"
    },
    {
      "label": "Humax Charging, MX7",
      "url": "https://humaxcharging.com/uk/products/chargers/mx7/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Octopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers",
      "url": "https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/"
    }
  ]
}