How fast does it charge?
7 kWAbout 25 to 30 miles of range for every hour plugged in, and about 10 to 12 hours for a full charge for most cars. There is no 22 kW version.
- 7 kW single-phase
GivEnergy EV Charger review
The GivEnergy EV Charger is a charger you have fitted at home to charge an electric car, and it can also use spare power from solar panels. It charges at 7 kW, the usual speed for a home charger: about 25 to 30 miles of range for every hour plugged in. It works with overnight EV tariffs that only need a timer, but it is not on the Octopus, E.ON Next or OVO smart tariff lists.
Check before you buy. GivEnergy Ltd (company number 11571089) entered administration on 9 April 2026, according to Companies House. Industry reports say the company stopped trading and that the administrator said hardware warranties would not be honoured. GivEnergy's website still lists this charger with a 3-year warranty. Check who will honour the warranty and provide support before you buy, and speak to your installer if you already own one.
Updated . We can make mistakes so always check with the manufacturer and your installer first. How we check
- Charging speed
- 7 kW about 25 to 30 miles an hour
- Cable
- Tethered 5 m long
- Solar charging
- Yes from your panels
- Smart tariffs
- 0 of 3 Octopus, E.ON Next, OVO
Is the GivEnergy EV Charger right for you?
The questions most people start with, answered from GivEnergy's own documents.
Is the GivEnergy EV Charger tethered or untethered?
TetheredIt comes with a fixed cable (5 m) that stays on the wall. Installers call a fixed cable "tethered" and a socket "untethered".
- Fixed cable, 5 m
Is the GivEnergy EV Charger compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go?
Not listedOctopus does not list it as a charger, so Intelligent Octopus Go would need a car Octopus supports instead. E.ON Next and OVO do not list it either. It works with any overnight tariff that only needs a timer, such as EDF GoElectric.
OctopusNot listed
E.ON NextNot listed
OVONot listed
Can it charge from solar panels?
YesIt can charge your car with spare power from your panels, instead of sending it back to the grid.
Does it work with all electric cars?
Type 2It uses the Type 2 connector, which most electric cars sold in the UK use. Check the charging socket on your car, or ask your installer.
Does the GivEnergy EV Charger support V2H or V2G?
NoGivEnergy does not publish vehicle-to-home (V2H) or vehicle-to-grid (V2G) support for it, so it charges the car only. Chargers with vehicle-to-grid hardware.
Can it stay connected without Wi-Fi?
NoIt connects by Wi-Fi or a network cable, and has no mobile data. Check your Wi-Fi reaches the driveway, or ask about running a cable.
- Wi-Fi
- Network cable
- Mobile data (4G)
Does the GivEnergy EV Charger need an earth rod?
Usually notIt has a built-in safety feature (GivEnergy calls it PEN fault protection) that usually means no earth rod is needed. Your installer checks all of this first.
How long is the warranty?
3 years3 years, listed (see administration notice).
07 years, the longest of the 26 chargers we cover
GivEnergy EV Charger specs and dimensions
As published by GivEnergy, checked October 2026.
| Power | 7 kW / 32 A single-phase230 V AC input, 50/60Hz |
|---|---|
| Connector | Tethered Type 2 (IEC 62196-2), 5 m cable |
| Solar charging | Solar diversion for zero-export charging |
| Protection | Integrated Type B RCD and PEN fault detection |
| Connectivity | LAN and Wi-Fi |
| OCPP | OCPP 1.6J |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 288 x 260 x 112 mm |
| Weight | 4.5 kg |
| Ingress | IP65 |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to +55°C |
| Enclosure | PC and ASA; natural convection cooling |
| Warranty | 3 years listed by GivEnergy; see the administration notice |
GivEnergy EV Charger vs similar chargers
The three that share the most charger types with it, then any charger you choose, spec by spec.
Andersen A3
A 7 kW single-phase charger from Andersen with a 5.5 m cable that stores inside the housing, convenience lighting and a 7-year warranty.
- 7 kW
- Tethered 5.5 m
- 7 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Andersen Quartz
Andersen's smallest charger, available at 7 kW or 22 kW with a socket or tethered cable, 11 colours and a 7-year warranty.
- 7 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 7 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Cord Zero
A 7.36 kW charger designed in the UK by Cord, with a socket or a 5 m, 8 m or 12 m tethered cable, Wi-Fi and 4G built in, and a 5-year product warranty.
- 7.36 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
GivEnergy EV Charger vs Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz and Cord Zero
| Feature | GivEnergy EV Charger | Andersen A3 | Andersen Quartz | Cord Zero |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max power | 7 kW | 7 kW | 7 kW / 22 kW | 7.36 kW |
| 22 kW three-phase version | No | No | Yes | No |
| Cable | Tethered 5 m | Tethered 5.5 m, stored inside the unit | Type 2 socket or tethered 5.5 m / 8.5 m (6.5 m on 22 kW) | Type 2 socket or tethered 5 m / 8 m / 12 m |
| Solar charging | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Load management | Not stated | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PEN fault protection | Built in | Built in | Built in | Built in |
| Smart tariff lists (Octopus, OVO, E.ON Next) | Not listed | Octopus (Intelligent Octopus Go); OVO (Charge Anytime) | Octopus (Intelligent Octopus Go); OVO (Charge Anytime) | Octopus (Intelligent Octopus Go); OVO (Charge Anytime) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet (LAN) | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (set-up only) | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (set-up only) | Wi-Fi, 4G |
| OCPP | OCPP 1.6J | Not stated | Not stated | OCPP 1.6 |
| RFID | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | Yes |
| Vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home | No | No | No | No |
| Ingress and impact rating | IP65 | IP65 (enclosure) | IP65 (enclosure) | IP54 (socket) / IP65 (tethered), IK08 |
| Dimensions | 288 x 260 x 112 mm | 430 x 310 x 148 mm | 286 x 172 x 110 mm | 320 x 210 x 132 mm |
| Warranty | 3 years listed (see administration notice) | 7 years | 7 years | 5 years (product) |
GivEnergy EV Charger features explained
Every feature, from GivEnergy's datasheet, manual and product pages.
Company status
GivEnergy Ltd (company number 11571089) has been in administration since 9 April 2026, according to Companies House, with Christopher Brooksbank appointed. Industry reports from April and July 2026 say the company stopped trading, made its staff redundant, and that the administrator said it would not honour further hardware warranties. They also report that the GivEnergy app is run by a separate company, GivEnergy Software Ltd, which was not placed in administration.
GivEnergy's website still lists the EV Charger with a 3-year warranty. If you are considering one, check who will honour the warranty and provide support before you buy. If you already own one, your installer or the seller is the first point of contact; you may also have rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 against the seller, and under Section 75 if you paid by credit card.
What is the GivEnergy EV Charger?
The GivEnergy EV Charger is a 7 kW single-phase charger with a tethered 5 m cable. GivEnergy describes it as a solar-diverting smart charger that can charge from excess solar, from the grid, or from a connected GivEnergy battery system.
Charging power: 7 kW single-phase, no 22 kW version
GivEnergy lists an output of 7 kW / 32 A from a 230 V single-phase supply. There is no three-phase version. The rate your car charges at is also limited by its own onboard charger.
Tethered cable: 5 m
The charger has a tethered Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) connector on a 5 m cable.
Solar charging
GivEnergy lists solar diversion for zero-export charging, and says the charger can draw on excess solar, wind or hydro generation, or on a connected GivEnergy battery.
Smart charging with Octopus, E.ON Next and OVO
GivEnergy says charging can be scheduled for cheaper off-peak periods through the GivEnergy app. On the energy suppliers' own lists (checked 4 October 2026), GivEnergy is not listed by Octopus for Intelligent Octopus Go, by OVO for Charge Anytime, or by E.ON Next for Next Drive Smart.
Protection and connectivity
GivEnergy lists an integrated Type B RCD and PEN fault detection. The charger connects over LAN or Wi-Fi and is OCPP 1.6J compliant.
Size and dimensions: 288 x 260 x 112 mm
The charger measures 288 x 260 x 112 mm (height x width x depth) and weighs 4.5 kg. The PC and ASA enclosure is rated IP65, is cooled by natural convection and operates from -30°C to +55°C.
Warranty: 3 years
GivEnergy's product page lists a 3-year warranty. See the company status section above before relying on it.
GivEnergy EV Charger charging time and costs
Pick your car, how far you drive and a tariff. We use your car's own figures from our electric car data, the 26.32p price cap average as the standard rate, and the GivEnergy EV Charger's 7 kW for the charging time.
You would pay about this much less
£359
Charging 8,000 miles a year at home on Intelligent Octopus Go costs about £157, against £515 at the standard rate.
Intelligent Octopus Go, 8p£157 a year
Standard rate, 26.32p£515 a year
- A 30% to 80% top-up on the GivEnergy EV Charger
- 5h 39m at 7 kW, adding about 162 miles
Rates checked October 2026, including 0% VAT; they vary by region and change often, so check with the supplier.
GivEnergy EV Charger installation
Three steps from here to your first charge at home.
Check you can have one
You need somewhere to park off the street, such as a driveway or garage. 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.
Find a local installer
Browse EV charger installers in 50 UK cities, each with its published Google rating, and ask for the GivEnergy EV Charger by name.
They fit it and set it up
The installer checks your fuse box and earthing, fits the charger on its own circuit, tells your local network operator and connects it to the app.
GivEnergy EV Charger FAQs
How long does the GivEnergy EV Charger take to charge a car?
At 7 kW it adds about 25 to 30 miles of range an hour. A typical top-up of about 162 miles takes about 5h 39m, so it fits in a night. A full charge from empty takes about 10 to 12 hours for most cars. Your car's battery size changes this.
Do I need solar panels to use it?
No. It charges like any home charger without them. Using spare solar power is an extra for homes that have panels.
Is there a grant for a home EV charger?
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. Check on GOV.UK (checked 4 October 2026). Homeowners in houses are not eligible.
Who can install the GivEnergy EV Charger?
A qualified electrician who installs EV chargers. They check your fuse box and earthing, fit it on its own circuit, tell your local network operator, and set it up in the app. Our directory lists EV charger installers in 50 UK cities with their Google ratings.
Is GivEnergy still trading?
Companies House shows GivEnergy Ltd (11571089) in administration since 9 April 2026, with Christopher Brooksbank appointed. Industry reports say the company stopped trading and its staff were made redundant. Check the current position on Companies House.
Can the GivEnergy EV Charger charge from solar?
GivEnergy describes it as a solar-diverting charger that can charge from excess solar, from the grid, or from a connected GivEnergy battery, with zero-export solar diversion.
Does the GivEnergy EV Charger need an earth rod?
GivEnergy lists integrated PEN fault detection and a Type B RCD. Your installer confirms the earthing arrangement for your property.
How much does the GivEnergy EV Charger 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 GivEnergy EV Charger 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 and how we check
Updated . We try to compare features of chargers and user experiences. We can make mistakes so always check with the manufacturer and your installer first.
- find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.ukCompanies House, GivEnergy Ltd (11571089) insolvency record
- givenergy.comGivEnergy, EV Charger product page and technical specifications
- goingsolaruk.co.ukGoing Solar UK, GivEnergy administration owner's guide (July 2026)
- blog.spiritenergy.co.ukSpirit Energy, GivEnergy goes into administration (17 April 2026)
- octopus.energyOctopus Energy, Intelligent Octopus Go supported chargers
- eonnext.comE.ON Next, Next Drive Smart supported chargers
- ovoenergy.comOVO Energy, Charge Anytime compatible EVs and smart chargers
Cite this page: Best Chargers, "GivEnergy EV Charger review", specs checked October 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/givenergy-ev/. Also as Markdown and JSON.
Home EV chargers, A to Z
Every charger we compare, A to Z. Swipe or use the arrows to browse.
Andersen A3
A 7 kW single-phase charger from Andersen with a 5.5 m cable that stores inside the housing, convenience lighting and a 7-year warranty.
- 7 kW
- Tethered 5.5 m
- 7 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Andersen Quartz
Andersen's smallest charger, available at 7 kW or 22 kW with a socket or tethered cable, 11 colours and a 7-year warranty.
- 7 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 7 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Cord Zero
A 7.36 kW charger designed in the UK by Cord, with a socket or a 5 m, 8 m or 12 m tethered cable, Wi-Fi and 4G built in, and a 5-year product warranty.
- 7.36 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Easee One
A 7.4 kW socket charger developed by Easee for the UK market, with a cable lock that makes it tethered or untethered, a built-in eSIM and integrated open PEN protection.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
EO Mini Pro 3
A 7.2 kW single-phase charger from EO, the size of an A5 notepad, with CT clamps for solar and power balancing included and an app now run by ev.energy.
- 7.2 kW
- Tethered or socket
- Solar compatible
GivEnergy EV Charger
A 7 kW tethered solar-diverting charger from GivEnergy. GivEnergy Ltd has been in administration since 9 April 2026; check warranty and support before buying.
- 7 kW
- Tethered 5 m
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2)
Hive's home EV charger is the Sync Energy Wall Charger 2, sold with installation by Hive's installers and controlled in the Hive app, with Power+ for British Gas customers.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Humax MX7
A 7.4 kW single-phase charger from Humax with vehicle identification, solar charging and V2G-ready hardware that Humax says is not yet commercially supported.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Hypervolt Home 3 Pro
A 7.4 kW tethered charger with solar charging modes, automatic load management and a CT clamp in the box, listed by Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next for their smart tariffs.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered 5 m
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Indra Smart LUX
A 7.4 kW tethered charger from Indra, 78 mm deep, with a 6 m or 10 m cable, O-PEN fault detection and listings with Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered 6 m
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Indra Smart PRO
A 7.4 kW untethered charger designed and built in the UK by Indra, with solar matching, house fuse protection and listings with Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Masterplug Smart EV Charger
A 7.4 kW single-phase charger from Masterplug, part of Luceco plc, controlled through the Sync Energy app, with a load management clamp and PEN protection.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
myenergi zappi
A 7 kW or 22 kW home charger from myenergi with three charging modes, two of which use surplus solar generation, and a grid current sensor supplied in the box.
- 7 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
myenergi zappi GLO
A screen-free 7 kW single-phase charger from myenergi, controlled through the app, with an RFID access key and a Smart Mode that can use surplus solar.
- 7 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Ohme ePod
A 7.4 kW untethered charger from Ohme with a Type 2 socket and a built-in mobile data SIM, which Octopus lists as supported for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Ohme Home Pro
A 7.4 kW tethered charger from Ohme with a colour screen and a built-in mobile data SIM, which Octopus lists as supported for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered 5 m
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Pod Point Solo 3S
Pod Point's home charger, sold untethered or with a 6.5 m cable, with a power balancing sensor that must be fitted and built-in PME fault protection.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Rolec EVO
A socketed charger from Rolec in 7.4 kW and 22 kW versions, with solar modes, dynamic load balancing, RFID cards and a 5-year warranty.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Rolec WallPod
A 7.4 kW single-phase charger designed and manufactured in the UK by Rolec, with socket or tethered versions, 4G, Wi-Fi and Ethernet, and MID-approved metering.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Rolec Zura
A charger from Rolec with one or two outlets, in 7.4 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-phase versions, designed and manufactured in the UK.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Simpson & Partners Home Plus
A 7.4 kW or 22 kW charger with a hand-painted aluminium front, made in the Cotswolds by Simpson & Partners, with a 10-year enclosure warranty.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
Sync Energy EV Charger
The Sync Energy EV Charger from Luceco plc, sold socketed or with a 7.5 m cable, with Wi-Fi, Ethernet and optional 4G, and listed by Octopus for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
VCHRGD Seven Pro
A 7.4 kW single-phase charger from VCHRGD with a push-fit design, CT clamp, RFID reader and OCPP 1.6J, listed by Octopus for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 3 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Wallbox Pulsar Max
A compact charger from Wallbox in 7.4 kW, 11 kW and 22 kW versions, tethered or with a socket, with a 5-year warranty and listing for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- 7.4 kW
- Tethered or socket
- 5 years warranty
- Solar compatible
Wallbox Quasar 2
Wallbox's bidirectional home charger, which can power a home from a compatible car's battery. Wallbox's UK page offers a 'keep me updated' sign-up rather than a quote.
- Tethered
- Solar compatible
Zaptec Go
A 1.3 kg socketed charger designed and made in Norway by Zaptec, up to 7.4 kW single-phase or 22 kW three-phase, with Wi-Fi, 4G LTE-M and a 5-year guarantee.
- 7.4 kW
- Socket (untethered)
- 5 years warranty