# VCHRGD Seven Pro EV charger review

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

The VCHRGD Seven Pro 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, and Octopus lists it for Intelligent Octopus Go. Not included: three-phase or 22 kW version (VCHRGD also sells a TwentyTwo Pro); 4G as standard (optional); built-in AC RCD (a 2-pole Type A RCBO is required).

## VCHRGD Seven Pro at a glance: what is included

- 7.4 kW single-phase (32 A), with a Type 2 socket or a 7.5 m tethered cable
- Hard-wired dynamic load balancing with a CT clamp in the box; solar charging with one or two CT inputs
- Built-in PEN protection and 6 mA DC leakage detection
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and RFID (two cards supplied); 4G optional; OCPP 1.6J
- Octopus lists the Seven Pro for Intelligent Octopus Go
- 3-year warranty

**Included:** CT clamp for load balancing and solar (second CT optional); PEN fault protection; RFID reader and two RFID cards; Cable lock on the socket version; Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

**Not included:** Three-phase or 22 kW version (VCHRGD also sells a TwentyTwo Pro); 4G as standard (optional); Built-in AC RCD (a 2-pole Type A RCBO is required).

## VCHRGD Seven Pro features compared with 26 chargers

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

| Feature | VCHRGD Seven Pro | Chargers with it | Other chargers with it |
|---|---|---|---|
| An RFID card or key reader | Yes | 10 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, Humax MX7, myenergi zappi GLO, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Wallbox Quasar 2, Zaptec Go |
| A tethered cable option of 7.5 m or more | Yes | 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 |
| Sold tethered and with a socket | Yes | 14 of 26 | Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, EO Mini Pro 3, 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, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| 4G or mobile data, as standard or an option | Yes | 14 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, EO Mini Pro 3, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Indra Smart LUX, Indra Smart PRO, Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Sync Energy EV Charger, Zaptec Go |
| Listed for Intelligent Octopus Go | Yes | 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, Wallbox Pulsar Max |
| OCPP, for third-party charging platforms | Yes | 16 of 26 | Cord Zero, Easee One, EO Mini Pro 3, GivEnergy EV Charger, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Simpson & Partners Home Plus, Sync Energy EV Charger, Wallbox Pulsar Max, Zaptec Go |
| Load management with no extra accessory | Yes | 19 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, EO Mini Pro 3, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, 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 |
| Solar charging with no extra accessory | Yes | 21 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, EO Mini Pro 3, 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, Sync Energy EV Charger |
| PEN fault protection built in | Yes | 21 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, Cord Zero, Easee One, EO Mini Pro 3, GivEnergy EV Charger, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), Humax MX7, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Ohme ePod, Ohme Home Pro, Pod Point Solo 3S, Rolec EVO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura, Sync Energy EV Charger |
| An Ethernet port, as standard or an option | No | 13 of 26 | EO Mini Pro 3, GivEnergy EV Charger, Hive EV Charger (Sync Energy Wall Charger 2), 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 |
| IP65 or higher dust and water rating | No | 11 of 26 | Andersen A3, Andersen Quartz, GivEnergy EV Charger, Humax MX7, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Indra Smart LUX, Masterplug Smart EV Charger, myenergi zappi, myenergi zappi GLO, Rolec WallPod, Rolec Zura |
| 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, Wallbox Pulsar Max, Zaptec Go |
| 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 | No | 1 of 26 | Wallbox Quasar 2 |

## Is the VCHRGD Seven Pro compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go?

Yes. Octopus lists the VCHRGD Seven Pro for Intelligent Octopus Go. E.ON Next does not list it and OVO does not list it. We checked all three lists in October 2026.

- **Intelligent Octopus Go:** listed. Octopus lists the VCHRGD Seven Pro as a supported charger. 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.

## VCHRGD Seven Pro charging time and costs

The MG4 EV SE Long Range, 30% to 80%, at 7.4 kW: about 5h 21m, adding about 162 miles. Charging starts when each cheap window opens. Rates checked October 2026, including 0% VAT.

| Tariff | Cheap window | Cost of this charge | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Octopus Go | 23:30 to 05:30 | £3.16 | Fits the 6-hour window |
| 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 | £4.42 | 21m at the 36.90p 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 | £2.64+ | + 21m at a day rate shown only in a quote |
| Good Energy EV Charge | 00:00 to 05:00 | £2.82+ | + 21m at a day rate shown only in a quote |
| ScottishPower EV Saver | 02:00 to 05:00 | £7.82 | 2h 21m at the 34.22p day rate |
| Ecotricity EcoFixed EV | 00:00 to 05:00 | £3.86 | 21m at the 36.57p day rate |
| British Gas EV Power | 00:00 to 05:00 | £4.46 | 21m 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.

## VCHRGD Seven Pro specs and dimensions

| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Power | 7.4 kW (32 A) single-phase, 230 V (Adjustable from 6 A to 32 A; datasheet table states 'up to 32 A (7 kW)') |
| Connector | Universal Type 2 socket or tethered Type 2 cable (7.5 m) |
| Load management | Hard-wired dynamic load balancing; CT clamp supplied (Eastron 120 A) |
| Solar charging | Yes, via one or two CT inputs |
| Protection | PEN protection (BS 7671 722.411.4.1); 6 mA DC leakage (RDC-DD); under and over voltage, temperature and current (2-pole Type A RCBO required) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth, RFID; 4G optional |
| OCPP | OCPP 1.6J |
| Dimensions | 300 x 180 x 90 mm (datasheet table) (The datasheet's dimension drawing shows 319 x 180 x 105 mm) |
| Weight | About 3 kg without cable, 4 kg with cable |
| Ingress and impact | IP54, IK10 |
| Operating temperature | -25°C to 50°C |
| Standby power | Under 2.5 W |
| Warranty | 3 years |

## VCHRGD Seven Pro vs similar chargers

The chargers that share the most charger types with the VCHRGD Seven Pro, then A to Z.

- [Cord Zero](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/cord-zero/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Smart tariff integration, Built-in 4G. Differences: Max power 7.36 kW (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 7.4 kW); Smart tariff lists 2 of 3 (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 1 of 3); Warranty 5 years (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 3 years).
- [Sync Energy EV Charger](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/sync-ev/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Smart tariff integration, Built-in 4G. No difference in the features we compare.
- [Andersen Quartz](https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/andersen-quartz/). Both have: Solar charging, Tethered, Untethered (socket), Smart tariff integration. Differences: Max power 7 kW or 22 kW (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 7.4 kW); Smart tariff lists 2 of 3 (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 1 of 3); 4G no (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: yes); Warranty 7 years (the VCHRGD Seven Pro: 3 years).

## VCHRGD Seven Pro features explained

### What is the VCHRGD Seven Pro?

The Seven Pro is a single-phase home charger from VCHRGD Technologies, based in Bourne End, Buckinghamshire. It comes untethered with a Type 2 socket or tethered with a 7.5 m cable, in a two-tone matte and gloss black finish, and uses a modular push-fit design that VCHRGD says simplifies installation and maintenance.

### Charging power: 7.4 kW single-phase, no 22 kW version

VCHRGD lists 7.4 kW smart charging at 32 A on a 230 V single-phase supply, adjustable from 6 A to 32 A. There is no three-phase Seven Pro; VCHRGD also sells a model called the TwentyTwo Pro. The rate your car charges at is also limited by its own onboard charger.

### Tethered or untethered: the cable options

The untethered version has a universal Type 2 socket with a cable lock, which VCHRGD says turns it into a tethered charger at the touch of a button. The tethered version has a 7.5 m Type 2 cable. (The datasheet's feature page also mentions a 5 m option.)

### Solar charging with CT clamps

The datasheet says the charger monitors solar export so you can charge from surplus solar, using one or two CT inputs. One CT clamp is supplied as standard and a second can be ordered.

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

The Seven Pro is controlled through the VCHRGD Home app. It is OCPP 1.6J compliant, and VCHRGD lists compatibility with the WEVO, Fuuse, Powerverse, Clenergy and Tap Electric platforms.

On the energy suppliers' own lists (checked 4 October 2026):

- **Octopus Energy** lists the VCHRGD Seven Pro as supported for Intelligent Octopus Go.
- **OVO Energy** does not list VCHRGD for Charge Anytime.
- **E.ON Next** does not list VCHRGD for Next Drive Smart.

### Load balancing, earthing and installation

The Seven Pro has hard-wired dynamic load balancing using the supplied CT clamp. Built-in protection covers PEN faults (to BS 7671 regulation 722.411.4.1), 6 mA DC leakage (RDC-DD), and under and over voltage, temperature and current. A 2-pole Type A RCBO is required on the supply. It can be wall or pedestal mounted.

### App, Wi-Fi and connectivity

The charger has Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz, WPA2), encrypted Bluetooth and an RFID reader; 4G is optional. Two RFID cards are supplied, which authorise charging with the app or in standalone RFID mode when there is no data connection.

### Size and dimensions: 300 x 180 x 90 mm

The datasheet's specification table gives dimensions of 300 x 180 x 90 mm, while its dimension drawing shows 319 x 180 x 105 mm. It weighs about 3 kg without a cable and 4 kg with one. The ABS casing is rated IP54 and IK10, and operates from -25°C to 50°C. Standby consumption is under 2.5 W.

### Warranty: 3 years

VCHRGD gives a 3-year warranty and offers warranty registration online.

## VCHRGD Seven Pro installation

- **Supply:** Single-phase, up to 7.4 kW
- **Earthing:** PEN fault protection built in, according to VCHRGD
- **Protection:** PEN protection (BS 7671 722.411.4.1); 6 mA DC leakage (RDC-DD); under and over voltage, temperature and current; 2-pole Type A RCBO required
- **At the consumer unit:** Not included: built-in AC RCD (a 2-pole Type A RCBO is required)
- **Load management:** Yes: CT clamp for load balancing and solar (second CT optional)
- **Solar sensor:** CT clamp for load balancing and solar (second CT optional)
- **Connection:** Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 4G (optional)

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, Bluetooth or 4G and sets it up in the maker's app.
5. **Set up your tariff.** If you switch to a smart tariff that lists it (Intelligent Octopus Go), add the charger in the supplier's app so it can schedule charging. On a fixed-window tariff, set a schedule for the cheap hours.

## Quick answers

- **Max power:** 7.4 kW single-phase.
- **Tethered or socket:** Type 2 socket or tethered 7.5 m.
- **Solar charging:** Yes. Hard-wired dynamic load balancing with a CT clamp in the box; solar charging with one or two CT inputs.
- **Intelligent Octopus Go:** Yes. Octopus lists the VCHRGD Seven Pro as a supported charger (checked October 2026).
- **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 4 October 2026).
- **PEN fault protection:** Built in, according to VCHRGD. Your installer still confirms the earthing for your home.
- **Load management:** Yes. CT clamp for load balancing and solar (second CT optional).
- **Connectivity:** Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 4G (optional); OCPP 1.6J.
- **Vehicle-to-grid or vehicle-to-home:** No.
- **Warranty:** 3 years.
- **Updated:** October 2026, from VCHRGD's own documents and the Octopus, OVO and E.ON Next charger lists.

## VCHRGD Seven Pro FAQs

### Does the VCHRGD Seven Pro work with Intelligent Octopus Go?

Yes. Octopus lists the VCHRGD Seven Pro, Seven Tethered and Seven Untethered as supported for Intelligent Octopus Go (checked 4 October 2026). VCHRGD is not on OVO's Charge Anytime list or E.ON Next's Next Drive Smart list on the same date.

### Can the VCHRGD Seven Pro charge from solar?

VCHRGD's datasheet says the charger monitors solar export through one or two CT inputs so you can charge from surplus solar. One CT clamp is supplied as standard and a second can be ordered.

### Can the VCHRGD Seven Pro be used without the app?

Yes. The two supplied RFID cards authorise charging with the VCHRGD Home app or in standalone RFID mode if there is no data connection.

### What warranty does the VCHRGD Seven Pro have?

VCHRGD gives a 3-year warranty and asks owners to register the charger.

### What does installing the VCHRGD Seven Pro involve?

A qualified installer fits it on its own circuit, checks your supply and earthing, and notifies your network operator. VCHRGD lists built-in PEN fault protection. Not included: built-in AC RCD (a 2-pole Type A RCBO is required). For solar charging, ask for the supply sensor to be fitted on the same visit.

### Which chargers are similar to the VCHRGD Seven Pro?

Cord Zero, Sync Energy EV Charger and Andersen Quartz 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.

### Does the VCHRGD Seven Pro support V2H or V2G?

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

### How much does the VCHRGD Seven Pro 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 VCHRGD Seven Pro 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.
- **RCD and RCBO:** Devices that cut the power if current leaks to earth. Some chargers need a Type A RCD or RCBO fitted at the consumer unit; the maker's installation notes say which.
- **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.
- **RFID:** A card or key fob reader on the charger, used to stop other people starting a charge.
- **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

- [VCHRGD, Seven Pro product page](https://www.vchrgd.com/seven-pro)
- [VCHRGD, Seven Pro product datasheet V1.3 (2024)](http://l.ead.me/VCH_7PRO_DTS)
- [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, "VCHRGD Seven Pro EV charger review", specs checked October 2026, https://www.bestchargers.co.uk/vchrgd-seven-pro/