# EO Mini Pro 3 EV charger review

Also sold by Hive as the Mini Pro 3 EV Charger.

Source: https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/eo-mini-pro-3/
Updated: November 2026
A feature comparison from the maker's own documents and the energy suppliers' lists. No scores, ratings or rankings.

The EO Mini Pro 3 is a home EV charger from EO Charging, rated at 7.2 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. Not included: three-phase or 22 kW version; published warranty length. EO Charging does not say whether it has vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home.

## EO Mini Pro 3 at a glance: what is included

- 7.2 kW single-phase; 230 x 151 x 125 mm, which EO compares to an A5 notepad
- Socket version, or tethered with a 5 m cable (the only tethered length)
- CT clamps included as standard for solar charging and power balancing
- Built-in PME fault protection and integral 6 mA DC leakage detection, so EO says no earth rod or Type B RCD is needed
- The EO app was replaced by the ev.energy app, with migration starting on 4 August 2025
- EO does not publish the warranty length on its product page; it must be fitted by an EO Approved installer to be covered

**Included:** CT clamps for solar charging and power balancing; Built-in PME fault protection; Integral 6 mA DC leakage detection; Cable holster; Wall or post mounting, indoors or outdoors.

**Not included:** Three-phase or 22 kW version; Listing on Octopus, OVO or E.ON Next smart tariff charger lists; Published warranty length.

**Not stated by EO Charging:** Vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home.

## EO Mini Pro 3 features compared with 26 chargers

Other chargers are listed A to Z; this is not a ranking.

| Feature | EO Mini Pro 3 | Chargers with it | Other chargers with it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold tethered and with a socket | Yes | 15 of 26 | Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Pod Point Solo 3S, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| An Ethernet port, as standard or an option | Yes | 15 of 26 | 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, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| Solar charging with no extra accessory | Yes | 17 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, 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, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro |
| 4G or mobile data, as standard or an option | Yes | 17 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro, Pod Point Solo 3S, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro, Wallbox Quasar 2, Zaptec Go |
| OCPP, for third-party charging platforms | Yes | 18 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, GivEnergy EV Charger, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro, Wallbox Pulsar Max, Wallbox Quasar 2, Zaptec Go |
| Load management with no extra accessory | Yes | 21 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, 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 |
| PEN fault protection built in | Yes | 25 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Easee One, 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, Zaptec Go |
| An RFID card or key reader | No | 16 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, GivEnergy EV Charger, Humax MX7, Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, myenergi zappi GLO, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro, Wallbox Pulsar Max, Wallbox Quasar 2, Zaptec Go |
| Listed for Intelligent Octopus Go | No | 15 of 26 | 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, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| IP65 or higher dust and water rating | No | 14 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, 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, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Sync Energy EV Charger |
| A tethered cable option of 7.5 m or more | No | 11 of 26 | Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Humax MX7, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Ohme Home Pro, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, VCHRGD Seven Pro |
| A warranty of 5 years or more | No | 9 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Humax MX7, Pod Point Solo 3S, Rolec EVO, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Wallbox Pulsar Max, Zaptec Go |
| A 22 kW three-phase version | No | 7 of 26 | Andersen Quartz, myenergi zappi, Rolec EVO, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| Listed by Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next for their smart tariffs | No | 5 of 26 | Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO |
| Bidirectional (V2G or V2H) hardware | Not stated | 1 of 26 | Wallbox Quasar 2 |

## Is the EO Mini Pro 3 compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go?

Not as a charger: Octopus does not list the EO Mini Pro 3 for Intelligent Octopus Go, though Octopus can connect through some cars instead. E.ON Next does not list it and OVO does not list it. We checked all three lists in November 2026.

- **Intelligent Octopus Go:** not listed. Not on Octopus's charger list. Intelligent Octopus Go can still work if your car is on Octopus's list. Source: [Octopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers](https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/)
- **E.ON Next Drive Smart:** not listed. Not on E.ON Next's charger list. E.ON Next Drive Smart can still work if your car is on E.ON Next's list. Source: [E.ON Next, Next Drive Smart supported chargers](https://www.eonnext.com/tariffs/next-drive/smart)
- **OVO Charge Anytime:** not listed. Not on OVO's charger list. Charge Anytime can still work if your car is on OVO's list and you have an OVO home supply. Source: [OVO Energy, Charge Anytime compatible EVs and smart chargers](https://www.ovoenergy.com/electric-cars/charge-anytime-cars-and-chargers)
- **Fixed-window tariffs** (E.ON Next Drive, Octopus Go, EDF GoElectric, So Energy So EV, Good Energy EV Charge, ScottishPower EV Saver, Ecotricity EcoFixed EV, British Gas EV Power, Sainsbury's EV) need only a timer on the charger or the car.

## EO Mini Pro 3 charging time and costs

The MG4 EV SE Long Range, 30% to 80%, at 7.2 kW: about 5h 30m, adding about 162 miles. Charging starts when each cheap window opens. Rates checked November 2026, including 0% VAT.

| Tariff | Cheap window | Cost of this charge | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Octopus Go | 23:30 to 05:30 | £2.57 | Only if your car is on Octopus's list |
| E.ON Next Drive Smart | 00:00 to 06:00 | £2.57 | Only if your car is on E.ON Next's list |
| E.ON Next Drive | 00:00 to 06:00 | £3.36 | Fits the 6-hour window |
| Octopus Go | 00:30 to 05:30 | £4.73 | 30m at the 37.90p day rate |
| EDF GoElectric | 23:00 to 06:00 | £2.63 (cheapest we can be sure of) | Fits the 7-hour window |
| So Energy So EV | 00:00 to 05:00 | £2.57+ | + 30m at a day rate shown only in a quote |
| Good Energy EV Charge | 00:00 to 05:00 | £2.70+ | + 30m at a day rate shown only in a quote |
| ScottishPower EV Saver | 02:00 to 05:00 | £8.61 | 2h 30m at the 37.75p day rate |
| Ecotricity EcoFixed EV | 00:00 to 05:00 | £4.38 | 30m at the 43.35p day rate |
| British Gas EV Power | 00:00 to 05:00 | £4.73 | 30m at the 36.90p day rate |
| Sainsbury's EV | 00:00 to 06:00 | £3.36 | Fits the 6-hour window |
| OVO Charge Anytime | Any time, EV only | £5.27 | Only if your car is on OVO's list |

We aim to show the latest rates, but tariff prices vary by location and can change daily. Always check current rates with the supplier directly before you switch.

## EO Mini Pro 3 specs and dimensions

| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Power | 7.2 kW single-phase |
| Connector | Type 2 socket, or tethered 5 m cable (Socket version: EO cables of 5 m, 7.5 m or 10 m) |
| Solar charging | Yes, CT clamps included |
| Load management | Power balancing to avoid overloading the supply |
| Protection | Built-in PME fault protection; integral 6 mA DC leakage detection |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth as standard; 4G as an optional extra |
| App | ev.energy (EO app migration from 4 August 2025) |
| Dimensions | 230 x 151 x 125 mm |
| Ingress | IP56/IP54 (as stated by EO) |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to 50°C |
| Mounting | Wall or post, indoor or outdoor |
| Warranty | Not published on EO's product page |

## EO Mini Pro 3 vs similar chargers

The chargers that share the most charger types with the EO Mini Pro 3, then A to Z. In searches that reach us, people most often compare it with the Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), the Ohme ePod, the myenergi zappi.

- [Cord Zero](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/cord-zero/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Built-in 4G. Differences: Max power 7.36 kW (the EO Mini Pro 3: 7.2 kW); Solar charging yes, hardware not stated (the EO Mini Pro 3: yes); Smart tariff lists 2 of 3 (the EO Mini Pro 3: 0 of 3); Warranty 5 years (the EO Mini Pro 3: not published).
- [Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2)](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/hive-sync-energy-2/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Built-in 4G. Differences: Max power 7.4 kW (the EO Mini Pro 3: 7.2 kW); Smart tariff lists 1 of 3 (the EO Mini Pro 3: 0 of 3); Warranty 3 years (the EO Mini Pro 3: not published).
- [Humax MX7](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/humax-mx7/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Built-in 4G. Differences: Max power 7.4 kW (the EO Mini Pro 3: 7.2 kW); Warranty 5 years (the EO Mini Pro 3: not published); Bidirectional hardware ready, not yet active (the EO Mini Pro 3: not stated by the maker).

## EO Mini Pro 3 features explained

### What is the EO Mini Pro 3?

The Mini Pro 3 is a single-phase home charger from EO Charging. It measures 230 x 151 x 125 mm, which EO compares to an A5 notepad, and comes as a socket or tethered unit. EO now partners with Hive for home sales, and in 2025 it moved Mini Pro 3 customers from its own app to the ev.energy app.

### Charging power: 7.2 kW single-phase, no 22 kW version

EO lists a charging capacity of 7.2 kW on a single-phase supply. There is no three-phase Mini Pro 3. The rate your car charges at is also limited by its own onboard charger.

### Tethered or untethered: the cable options

The socket version lets you remove the cable and store it separately; EO sells cables of 5 m, 7.5 m and 10 m. The tethered version is only available with a 5 m cable. A cable holster is included as standard.

### Solar charging with CT clamps

EO says the Mini Pro 3 comes with CT clamps as standard, so you can charge the car from solar panels, with the charger supplementing with grid energy on cloudy days.

### Smart charging with Octopus, E.ON Next and OVO

EO began migrating Mini Pro 3 chargers to the ev.energy app on 4 August 2025. ev.energy provides automatic off-peak charging, usage insights, schedules, rewards and solar integration, and handles app support. EO also partners with Hive, whose SmartCharge scheduling it advertises on its product page.

On the energy suppliers' own lists (checked 2 November 2026), EO is not listed by Octopus for Intelligent Octopus Go, by OVO for Charge Anytime, or by E.ON Next for Next Drive Smart. Octopus and OVO can also connect through compatible cars rather than the charger.

### Load balancing, earthing and installation

EO lists power balancing to avoid overloading the home's electrical supply. The charger has built-in PME protection, which EO says meets UK smart charging regulations and prevents the need for an earth rod, and integral 6 mA DC leakage detection, so no Type B RCD is required. Power can enter through the rear of the enclosure or the base, and the charger can be wall or post mounted, indoors or outdoors.

EO's support page says every Mini Pro 3 must be installed by an EO Approved installer to be covered under the EO warranty.

### App, Wi-Fi and connectivity

EO's UK datasheet (November 2023) lists Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth as standard, with 4G as an optional extra. For ev.energy, the installer points the charger's OCPP connection (CSMS URL) at ev.energy's server.

### Size and dimensions: 230 x 151 x 125 mm

The Mini Pro 3 measures 230 x 151 x 125 mm. EO describes it as suitable for indoor or outdoor installation. Its UK datasheet (November 2023) rates the socketed version IP54 and the tethered version IP56, with an IK08 impact rating. It operates from -25°C to 50°C.

### Warranty: length not published

EO's product page does not state the warranty length. EO offers warranty registration online and says the charger must be installed by an EO Approved installer to be covered.

## EO Mini Pro 3 installation

- **Supply:** Single-phase, up to 7.2 kW
- **Earthing:** PEN fault protection built in, according to EO Charging
- **Protection:** Built-in PME fault protection; integral 6 mA DC leakage detection
- **Load management:** Yes: CT clamps for solar charging and power balancing
- **Solar sensor:** CT clamps for solar charging and power balancing
- **Connection:** Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 4G (optional) and Bluetooth

1. **Survey.** An installer checks your supply, consumer unit, main fuse and earthing, and where the charger and its cable will go. Many do this from photos first.
2. **Notify the network operator (DNO).** Your installer tells your local network operator (DNO) about the charger, and applies first where the supply needs checking.
3. **Fit and test.** The charger goes on its own circuit and is tested. Ask for the supply sensor for solar charging to be fitted on the same visit.
4. **Connect it.** The installer connects the charger to Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 4G or Bluetooth and sets it up in the maker's app.
5. **Set up your tariff.** Set a charging schedule for your tariff's cheap hours. Smart tariffs that control the charger directly do not list it, but some work through a compatible car.

## Quick answers

- **Max power:** 7.2 kW single-phase.
- **Tethered or socket:** Type 2 socket or tethered 5 m.
- **Solar charging:** Yes. CT clamps included as standard for solar charging and power balancing.
- **Intelligent Octopus Go:** It is not on Octopus's list of supported chargers (checked November 2026). Intelligent Octopus Go can still work through a compatible car, and Octopus Go works with any charger set to a timer.
- **E.ON Next Drive Smart and OVO Charge Anytime:** Not on E.ON Next's Next Drive Smart list; not on OVO's Charge Anytime list (both checked 2 November 2026).
- **PEN fault protection:** Built in, according to EO Charging. Your installer still confirms the earthing for your home.
- **Load management:** Yes. CT clamps for solar charging and power balancing.
- **Connectivity:** Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 4G (optional) and Bluetooth; OCPP (used for the ev.energy app).
- **Vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home:** EO Charging does not say.
- **Warranty:** Not published on EO's product page.
- **Updated:** November 2026, from EO Charging's own documents and the Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next charger lists.

## EO Mini Pro 3 FAQs

### Which app does the EO Mini Pro 3 use?

EO moved EO Mini Pro 3 customers to the ev.energy app, starting the automatic migration on 4 August 2025. The charger connects to ev.energy over OCPP. EO's support page points customers to ev.energy for app support.

### Can the EO Mini Pro 3 charge from solar?

Yes. EO says the Mini Pro 3 comes with CT clamps as standard so it can charge from solar panels, supplementing with grid energy on cloudy days.

### What cable lengths are available for the EO Mini Pro 3?

The tethered version is only available with a 5 m cable. The socket version can be used with EO cables of 5 m, 7.5 m or 10 m.

### Does the EO Mini Pro 3 need an earth rod?

EO says the built-in PME protection prevents the need for an earth rod. Your installer confirms the earthing arrangement for your property.

### Does the EO Mini Pro 3 work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

EO is not on Octopus's list of supported chargers for Intelligent Octopus Go (checked 2 November 2026). Octopus can also connect through some cars instead of the charger. EO says the Mini Pro 3 works with a range of smart charging apps.

### Which chargers are similar to the EO Mini Pro 3?

Cord Zero, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2) and Humax MX7 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.

### Is the Hive Mini Pro 3 EV Charger the same as the EO Mini Pro 3?

Yes. Hive sells it as the Mini Pro 3 EV Charger, tethered or untethered, and EO says it has partnered with Hive. Both checked 11 October 2026. Check the model name on your quote.

### Does the EO Mini Pro 3 support V2H or V2G?

No. EO Charging does not publish vehicle-to-home (V2H) or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) support for the EO Mini Pro 3, so it charges the car only.

### How much does the EO Mini Pro 3 cost?

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 EO Mini Pro 3 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.

## EV charger terms explained

- **Tethered charger:** A charger with the charging cable fixed to the unit.
- **Untethered (socket) charger:** A charger with a Type 2 socket instead of a fixed cable, so you plug in your own charging cable.
- **Type 2:** The standard connector for AC charging on cars sold in the UK and Europe.
- **Single-phase and three-phase:** Most UK homes have a single-phase supply, which limits a home charger to about 7 kW (32 A). A 22 kW charger needs a three-phase supply, and the car must accept 22 kW on AC to use it.
- **kW and kWh:** kW is charging power; kWh is energy. A 7 kW charger adds up to about 7 kWh an hour, less charging losses.
- **Solar charging:** A mode that varies the charging current to follow surplus solar generation, measured by a sensor on your supply, so the car uses power you would otherwise export.
- **CT clamp:** A current sensor clipped around a supply cable. It tells the charger how much power the home is importing or exporting.
- **Load management:** The charger lowers its charging current when the rest of the home is using a lot of power, so the main fuse is not overloaded.
- **PEN fault protection:** Protection that disconnects the charger if the combined neutral and earth (PEN) conductor in the supply fails. Chargers with it built in can usually be installed without an earth rod; your installer confirms what your supply needs.
- **OCPP:** Open Charge Point Protocol, an open standard that lets a charger connect to a third-party management platform as well as the maker's app.
- **IP and IK ratings:** IP rates protection against dust and water (IP65 is dust tight and protected against water jets); IK rates impact resistance, from IK00 to IK10.
- **Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and vehicle-to-home (V2H):** Sending power from the car's battery back to the grid or the home. It needs a bidirectional charger, a compatible car and approval from your network operator, and V2G also needs a supplier offer.
- **Smart tariff charger list:** The chargers an energy supplier says it can control for its smart EV tariff, such as Octopus's list for Intelligent Octopus Go. Suppliers add and remove chargers, so we show the date we checked.
- **EV chargepoint grant:** A GOV.UK grant for people who rent, or own a flat, with private off-street parking. It can cover 75% of the cost of buying and installing a chargepoint, up to £500 (checked 4 October 2026).

## Sources and how we check

- [EO Charging, EO Mini Pro 3 home charging page](https://www.eocharging.com/home-charging)
- [EO Charging, ev.energy app migration (EO Mini Pro 3 support)](https://www.eocharging.com/support/home-charging/eo-mini-pro-3/ev-energy-app-migration)
- [Octopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers](https://octopus.energy/smart/intelligent-octopus-go/)
- [E.ON Next, Next Drive Smart supported chargers](https://www.eonnext.com/tariffs/next-drive/smart)
- [OVO Energy, Charge Anytime compatible EVs and smart chargers](https://www.ovoenergy.com/electric-cars/charge-anytime-cars-and-chargers)

Cite as: Best Chargers, "EO Mini Pro 3 EV charger review", specs checked November 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/eo-mini-pro-3/