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Last Updated: 17 September, 2024

The Best EV Chargers in the UK

Choosing an EV charger can be overwhelming. But don't worry - we've got you.

In this blog, we'll take a look at some of the best and most popular EV chargers in the UK for both home and commercial usage, and try to set you up to make the best decision for your needs.

OCPP: What is it, and why is it important?

I know what you're thinking; another industry term to get your head around - but we wouldn't be mentioning it if it wasn't important.

OCPP, is an open-source “language” that allows charging stations and central management systems to exchange data.

At its most basic level, OCPP is a common communication protocol used across multiple manufacturers - meaning consumers have greater choice over the hardware and software they use. It’s used for both private and commercial EV charging use cases. So why does it matter?

Chargers that comply with this protocol are flexible and are compatible with a wide range of software or Charge Point Management Systems - opening up the possibilities of EV charging, which makes them a popular choice for commercial EV charging, installers and consumers.

Choosing an OCPP charger will make your life much easier, and is often the first sign of quality.

How to check a charger is OCPP Compliant

If in doubt, you check if a charger is OCPP compliant by referring to a data sheet or simply asking the manufacturer. If you’d like to know more about OCPP, check out our guide.

Different sectors - private and commercial EV charging

EV chargers aren't one-size-fits-all. They cater to a wide range of sectors and use cases. Whether you're a business owner looking to provide charging for your fleet, or a homeowner wanting to charge your EV overnight, there's a charging station out there for you.

Generally speaking, EV charging stations can be split into two groupings: those more suitable for Commercial EV charging use cases, and private residential charging.

Popular charge point brands and manufacturers

So, onto the reason you clicked. Below are some of the best EV charger manufacturers available in the UK for both home and commercial customers:

Supported Hardware Brands on the Clenergy EV Platform

Business: Whether you're looking for the fastest EV charger, the cheapest EV charger for your budget, or the best home EV charger, Clenergy EV can help guide you to the most suitable option.

Clenergy EV supports a wide range of OCPP hardware brands, each offering unique features and benefits. Find our full list of compatible business chargers here.

Home chargers: We're constantly running compatibility tests with new chargers to get new home charging options available on our platform. These standards are in place to make sure anyone using the Clenergy EV app at home can make use of the full range of our smart, money-saving features. As of writing, the brands that have passed our quality testing include:

  • Rolec
  • Simpsons & Partners
  • Hydra EVC
  • Autel
  • Teltonika
  • Sungrow

Don't worry if your brand of home charger isn't on the list, though. By filling out our Home EV charging interest form with the charger you'd like to be available, you help us direct our efforts to the charging brands with the highest demand to get passed next.

If you're interested in taking your EV charging to the next level, fill out the contact form below or head to our contact form for business inquiries.

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