{
  "source_url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/rolec-zura/",
  "checked": "2026-10-04",
  "checked_label": "October 2026",
  "lists_checked": "4 October 2026",
  "citation": "Best Chargers, \"Rolec Zura EV charger review\", specs checked October 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/rolec-zura/",
  "note": "Published facts only. Best Chargers does not score, rate or rank chargers.",
  "id": "rolec-zura",
  "name": "Rolec Zura",
  "brand": "Rolec",
  "answer": "The Rolec Zura is a home EV charger rated at 7.4 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-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. Not included: CT kit for three-phase load balancing (optional); AC RCD on single-outlet single-phase models (30 mA Type A RCBO required at source).",
  "notice": null,
  "power": {
    "text": "7.4 kW / 22 kW",
    "kw": [
      7.4,
      22
    ],
    "three_phase": true
  },
  "cable": "Type 2 socket(s) or tethered 5 m / 10 m",
  "tethered": true,
  "untethered": true,
  "solar_charging": "included",
  "load_management": "included",
  "pen_protection": true,
  "connectivity": [
    "4G (subscription)",
    "Wi-Fi",
    "Ethernet"
  ],
  "ocpp": "OCPP 1.6J",
  "rfid": true,
  "ip_rating": "IP65 enclosure, IP54 socket",
  "ik_rating": "IK08",
  "bidirectional": "none",
  "warranty": "3 years",
  "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": "22 kW three-phase",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/three-phase-home-ev-charger-uk/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Built-in 4G",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/best-home-ev-chargers/4g/"
    }
  ],
  "features": [
    {
      "key": "three",
      "label": "A 22 kW three-phase version",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 7,
      "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": "ethernet",
      "label": "An Ethernet port, as standard or an option",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 13,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "both",
      "label": "Sold tethered and with a socket",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 14,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "4g",
      "label": "4G or mobile data, as standard or an option",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 14,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "ocpp",
      "label": "OCPP, for third-party charging platforms",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 16,
      "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": "iog",
      "label": "Listed for Intelligent Octopus Go",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 15,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "warranty5",
      "label": "A warranty of 5 years or more",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 9,
      "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": "no",
      "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)",
        "22 kW three-phase"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7 kW or 22 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "0 of 3",
          "theirs": "2 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "4G",
          "mine": "yes",
          "theirs": "no"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "3 years",
          "theirs": "7 years"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Cord Zero",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/cord-zero/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Solar charging",
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)",
        "Built-in 4G"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7.36 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "0 of 3",
          "theirs": "2 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "3 years",
          "theirs": "5 years"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "EO Mini Pro 3",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/eo-mini-pro-3/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Solar charging",
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)",
        "Built-in 4G"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7.2 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "3 years",
          "theirs": "not published"
        }
      ]
    }
  ],
  "specs": [
    {
      "label": "Power",
      "value": "Up to 7.4 kW per outlet single-phase; 22 kW three-phase"
    },
    {
      "label": "Single-phase models",
      "value": "1 socket ROLEC3020B; 2 sockets ROLEC3030B; 1x 5 m ROLEC3140B; 2x 5 m ROLEC3150B; 1x 10 m ROLEC3145B; 2x 10 m ROLEC3155B"
    },
    {
      "label": "Three-phase models",
      "value": "1 socket ROLEC3046B; 1x 5 m tethered ROLEC3156B"
    },
    {
      "label": "Load management",
      "value": "Dynamic load balancing; CT clamp included on single-phase",
      "note": "Three-phase needs optional CT kit ACSR0325"
    },
    {
      "label": "Solar charging",
      "value": "Solar PV, battery or wind integration"
    },
    {
      "label": "Protection",
      "value": "PME fault detection; DC 6 mA (single-outlet single-phase) or AC 30 mA Type A and DC 6 mA (other models)"
    },
    {
      "label": "Connectivity",
      "value": "4G LTE (nano SIM, subscription), Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Ethernet, BLE 4.1 for installer set-up"
    },
    {
      "label": "OCPP",
      "value": "OCPP 1.6J"
    },
    {
      "label": "Access",
      "value": "Monta app, integrated RFID reader, plug and go"
    },
    {
      "label": "Energy metering",
      "value": "Integrated Class 1 MID-compliant meter"
    },
    {
      "label": "Dimensions (W x H x D)",
      "value": "260 x 410 x 157 mm"
    },
    {
      "label": "Weight",
      "value": "Under 5.5 kg to under 13 kg, model dependent"
    },
    {
      "label": "Ingress and impact",
      "value": "Enclosure IP65, socket IP54; IK08"
    },
    {
      "label": "Operating temperature",
      "value": "-30°C to +50°C"
    },
    {
      "label": "Colour",
      "value": "Black; branded or custom fascias available"
    },
    {
      "label": "Warranty",
      "value": "3 years"
    }
  ],
  "key_facts": [
    "One or two outlets: Type 2 sockets or tethered 5 m or 10 m leads",
    "7.4 kW per outlet single-phase, or a 22 kW three-phase model with one outlet",
    "4G (subscription), Wi-Fi and Ethernet; OCPP 1.6J; controlled through the Monta app and RFID",
    "Dynamic load balancing with CT clamp included on single-phase models; PME fault detection",
    "MID-approved Class 1 metering; designed and manufactured in the UK",
    "3-year warranty"
  ],
  "included": [
    "Single or dual outlet versions",
    "22 kW three-phase versions",
    "Integrated RFID reader",
    "PME fault detection",
    "4G, Wi-Fi and Ethernet",
    "MID-approved metering"
  ],
  "not_included": [
    "CT kit for three-phase load balancing (optional)",
    "AC RCD on single-outlet single-phase models (30 mA Type A RCBO required at source)",
    "Listing on Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next smart tariff charger lists"
  ],
  "faqs": [
    {
      "q": "Can the Rolec Zura charge two cars?",
      "a": "Yes, the dual versions have two sockets or two tethered leads, each up to 7.4 kW, on a single-phase supply of up to 63 A. The 22 kW three-phase models have one outlet."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which app does the Rolec Zura use?",
      "a": "Rolec lists the Monta app with an RFID card or fob. The Zura is OCPP 1.6J compliant, so it can also be run from another OCPP back office."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can the Rolec Zura charge from solar?",
      "a": "Rolec lists solar PV, battery storage and wind turbine integration for the Zura."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does the Rolec Zura need an earth rod?",
      "a": "Rolec says the Zura has built-in PME fault detection, so no earth rod is required."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which smart EV tariffs work with the Rolec Zura?",
      "a": "It is not on the Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next smart tariff charger lists (checked October 2026). Fixed-window EV tariffs, such as EDF GoElectric, E.ON Next Drive and Octopus Go, need only a timer on the charger or the car."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which chargers are similar to the Rolec Zura?",
      "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 Rolec Zura support V2H or V2G?",
      "a": "No. Rolec does not publish vehicle-to-home (V2H) or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) support for the Rolec Zura, so it charges the car only."
    },
    {
      "q": "How much does the Rolec Zura 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 Rolec Zura 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": "Rolec, Zura data sheet (downloads page)",
      "url": "https://www.rolecserv.com/downloads-ev-charging"
    },
    {
      "label": "Rolec, home EV chargers",
      "url": "https://www.rolecserv.com/home-charging"
    },
    {
      "label": "Octopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers",
      "url": "https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/"
    }
  ]
}