{
  "source_url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/simpson-partners-home-7/",
  "checked": "2026-10-04",
  "checked_label": "October 2026",
  "lists_checked": "4 October 2026",
  "citation": "Best Chargers, \"Simpson & Partners Home Plus EV charger review\", specs checked October 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/simpson-partners-home-7/",
  "note": "Published facts only. Best Chargers does not score, rate or rank chargers.",
  "id": "simpson-partners-home-7",
  "name": "Simpson & Partners Home Plus",
  "brand": "Simpson & Partners",
  "answer": "The Simpson & Partners Home Plus 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. Simpson & Partners does not publish a solar charging mode for the UK. Octopus lists it for Intelligent Octopus Go. Not included: Ethernet as standard (optional upgrade); vehicle-to-grid today (the maker describes it as a possible future hardware upgrade).",
  "notice": null,
  "power": {
    "text": "7.4 kW / 22 kW",
    "kw": [
      7.4,
      22
    ],
    "three_phase": true
  },
  "cable": "Type 2 socket or tethered 6.8 m (9.6 m option)",
  "tethered": true,
  "untethered": true,
  "solar_charging": "none",
  "load_management": "supported",
  "pen_protection": false,
  "connectivity": [
    "Wi-Fi",
    "Bluetooth",
    "Ethernet (optional)"
  ],
  "ocpp": "OCPP 1.6J",
  "rfid": false,
  "ip_rating": "IP54",
  "ik_rating": "IK10",
  "bidirectional": "none",
  "warranty": "5 years electronics, 10 years enclosure",
  "tariff_lists": {
    "octopusIog": {
      "listed": true,
      "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": "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": "Smart tariff integration",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/best-home-ev-chargers/smart-tariff/"
    }
  ],
  "features": [
    {
      "key": "three",
      "label": "A 22 kW three-phase version",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 7,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "warranty5",
      "label": "A warranty of 5 years or more",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 9,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "longCable",
      "label": "A tethered cable option of 7.5 m or more",
      "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": "iog",
      "label": "Listed for Intelligent Octopus Go",
      "value": "yes",
      "chargers_with_it": 15,
      "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": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 21,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "pen",
      "label": "PEN fault protection built in",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 21,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "4g",
      "label": "4G or mobile data, as standard or an option",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 14,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "ip65",
      "label": "IP65 or higher dust and water rating",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 11,
      "of": 26
    },
    {
      "key": "rfid",
      "label": "An RFID card or key reader",
      "value": "no",
      "chargers_with_it": 10,
      "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": [
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)",
        "22 kW three-phase",
        "Smart tariff integration"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7 kW or 22 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Solar charging",
          "mine": "no",
          "theirs": "yes"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "1 of 3",
          "theirs": "2 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "PEN protection",
          "mine": "not listed",
          "theirs": "built in"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "5 years",
          "theirs": "7 years"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "myenergi zappi",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/zappi-charger/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)",
        "22 kW three-phase",
        "Smart tariff integration"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7 kW or 22 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Solar charging",
          "mine": "no",
          "theirs": "yes"
        },
        {
          "label": "Smart tariff lists",
          "mine": "1 of 3",
          "theirs": "3 of 3"
        },
        {
          "label": "PEN protection",
          "mine": "not listed",
          "theirs": "built in"
        },
        {
          "label": "Warranty",
          "mine": "5 years",
          "theirs": "3 years"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Wallbox Pulsar Max",
      "url": "https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/pulsar-max/",
      "shared_types": [
        "Tethered",
        "Untethered (socket)",
        "22 kW three-phase",
        "Smart tariff integration"
      ],
      "differences": [
        {
          "label": "Max power",
          "mine": "7.4 kW or 22 kW",
          "theirs": "7.4 kW or 11 kW or 22 kW"
        },
        {
          "label": "Solar charging",
          "mine": "no",
          "theirs": "with an accessory"
        }
      ]
    }
  ],
  "specs": [
    {
      "label": "Power",
      "value": "Home 7 kW: 7.4 kW / 32 A; Home 22 kW: 22 kW / 32 A",
      "note": "Nominal supply 230 V AC, 50Hz"
    },
    {
      "label": "Connector",
      "value": "Type 2 socket with integrated locking, or tethered Type 2 cable 6.8 m (9.6 m optional)"
    },
    {
      "label": "Load management",
      "value": "Home load balancing with a wired or wireless energy manager",
      "note": "Monitoring all three phases needs the optional wireless energy manager"
    },
    {
      "label": "Control",
      "value": "App (online), Bluetooth app (offline), buttons, OCPP 1.6J client"
    },
    {
      "label": "Connectivity",
      "value": "Wi-Fi, Bluetooth; Ethernet optional"
    },
    {
      "label": "Dimensions (H x W x D)",
      "value": "286 x 196 x 111 mm"
    },
    {
      "label": "Weight",
      "value": "3.3 kg"
    },
    {
      "label": "Ingress and impact",
      "value": "IP54, IK10"
    },
    {
      "label": "Operating temperature",
      "value": "-15°C to 45°C",
      "note": "Charging may slow when the unit is above 25°C"
    },
    {
      "label": "Finish",
      "value": "Hand-painted aluminium front; aluminium, Accoya wood or plastic lids; 132 combinations"
    },
    {
      "label": "Warranty",
      "value": "10 years enclosure, 5 years electronics"
    }
  ],
  "key_facts": [
    "Home Plus Wall Mount V3: 7.4 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-phase",
    "Type 2 socket with locking, or a tethered 6.8 m cable (9.6 m optional)",
    "Hand-painted aluminium front with aluminium, Accoya wood or plastic lids: 132 combinations",
    "Home load balancing through a wired or wireless energy manager; OCPP 1.6J",
    "Octopus lists Simpson & Partners Home Basic and Home Plus for Intelligent Octopus Go",
    "10-year enclosure warranty and 5-year electronics warranty"
  ],
  "included": [
    "22 kW three-phase version",
    "Socket or tethered versions",
    "App control online, Bluetooth app control offline, buttons on the charger",
    "OCPP 1.6J client",
    "Modular hardware that the maker says can be repaired or upgraded"
  ],
  "not_included": [
    "Solar charging (not mentioned on Simpson & Partners' product pages)",
    "Ethernet as standard (optional upgrade)",
    "Vehicle-to-grid today (the maker describes it as a possible future hardware upgrade)"
  ],
  "faqs": [
    {
      "q": "What is the Simpson & Partners Home 7?",
      "a": "Simpson & Partners' current home charger is the Home Plus Wall Mount V3, sold in 7 kW (7.4 kW, 32 A) and 22 kW versions. Octopus's supported charger list names the Home Basic and Home Plus models."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does the Simpson & Partners charger work with Intelligent Octopus Go?",
      "a": "Yes. Octopus lists Simpson & Partners Home Basic and Home Plus as supported for Intelligent Octopus Go (checked 4 October 2026), and Simpson & Partners describes the Home Series as Intelligent Octopus Go compatible."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can the Simpson & Partners charger charge from solar?",
      "a": "Simpson & Partners' product pages do not mention solar charging. Ask Simpson & Partners directly if you need it."
    },
    {
      "q": "What warranty does the Simpson & Partners Home Plus have?",
      "a": "A 10-year warranty on the enclosure and 5 years on the electronics."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where are Simpson & Partners chargers made?",
      "a": "Simpson & Partners says its chargers are built and hand finished in the Cotswolds. The company selling them is Simpson & Partners (EV) Ltd, based at Kemble Business Park near Malmesbury."
    },
    {
      "q": "What does installing the Simpson & Partners Home Plus involve?",
      "a": "A qualified installer fits it on its own circuit, checks your supply and earthing, and notifies your network operator. Simpson & Partners does not list PEN fault protection, so ask how the earthing will be handled."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which chargers are similar to the Simpson & Partners Home Plus?",
      "a": "Andersen Quartz, myenergi zappi and Wallbox Pulsar Max 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 Simpson & Partners Home Plus support V2H or V2G?",
      "a": "No. Simpson & Partners does not publish vehicle-to-home (V2H) or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) support for the Simpson & Partners Home Plus, so it charges the car only."
    },
    {
      "q": "How much does the Simpson & Partners Home Plus 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 Simpson & Partners Home Plus 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": "Simpson & Partners, Home Plus Wall Mount V3",
      "url": "https://simpson-partners.com/home-series/wall-mount"
    },
    {
      "label": "Simpson & Partners, home page",
      "url": "https://simpson-partners.com/"
    },
    {
      "label": "Companies House, Simpson & Partners (EV) Ltd (15959475)",
      "url": "https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/15959475"
    },
    {
      "label": "Octopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers",
      "url": "https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/"
    }
  ]
}