Our top picks for Tesla owners
Live prices from our store. Every charger here is 7kW, Type 2 and works with every UK Tesla.
Ohme Home Pro
Native Octopus Intelligent Go integration, built-in PEN fault detection and a tethered cable. Our best-selling charger.
VCHRGD Seven Pro (tethered, 7.5m)
The lowest-cost charger we stock that is confirmed Intelligent Octopus Go compatible, with a long 7.5m cable.
myenergi Zappi 2.1 (tethered)
True solar diversion: surplus PV goes straight into your Tesla. Also works with Intelligent Octopus Go via the myenergi app.
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If you have just bought a Tesla — or you are planning to — the next obvious question is which home charger to install. The good news is that you have a lot of options. The slightly less obvious news is that the Tesla Wall Connector is just one of them, and for most UK drivers it is not actually the best choice.
This guide compares the six best home EV chargers for Tesla owners in the UK, ranks them for different use cases (Octopus tariff users, solar owners, multi-EV households, renters), and explains exactly which connector you need.
Do I need a special charger for a Tesla?
No — and this is one of the biggest sources of confusion among new Tesla owners in the UK. Every Tesla sold in the UK and Europe uses the Type 2 connector for AC home charging. That is the same connector used by the Volkswagen ID.3, Polestar 2, BMW i4, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and almost every other EV on UK roads.
What this means in practice: any 7kW Type 2 home charger sold in the UK will charge your Tesla at full speed. You are not locked into Tesla's own equipment.
The 6 best home chargers for Tesla — quick comparison
| Charger | Smart features | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Ohme Home Pro | Native Octopus Intelligent Go integration, vehicle-aware scheduling, PEN fault detection | Octopus customers, best all-rounder |
| myenergi Zappi v2.1 | Solar diversion, eco modes, hub integration | Homes with solar panels |
| Easee One | Dynamic load balancing, equaliser-ready, future-proofed | Multi-EV households, future expansion |
| VCHRGD Seven Pro | Intelligent Octopus Go compatible, built-in PEN fault protection, CT clamp included | Tight budgets, long driveways (7.5m cable) |
| NexBlue Point 2 | Intelligent Octopus Go compatible, EcoPilot, dynamic load balancing | Octopus customers wanting a long tethered cable |
| Andersen A2 | Customisable wood/painted fascia, hidden cable, Intelligent Octopus Go compatible | Aesthetics-first, premium homes |
Every charger above is fully smart-compliant under the UK regulations and rated for outdoor use. Live prices and an Add to basket button sit under each pick below.
Ohme Home Pro
The Ohme Home Pro is our top value pick for Tesla owners in the UK. It is one of the cheapest fully-featured smart chargers on the market, and one of only a handful with native Octopus Intelligent Go integration.
That last part matters. Intelligent Go gives you around 7p/kWh overnight for all home electricity use, plus extended cheap windows whenever your charger schedules a session. With the Ohme, your tariff and your charger talk directly to each other — no manual scheduling required.
The Home Pro also includes built-in PEN fault detection (no separate earth rod needed), a tethered cable that tucks neatly into a wall holster, and a screen on the charger that shows live charging status.
Verdict: the value champion for any Tesla owner on (or planning to switch to) Octopus Intelligent Go.
Ohme Home Pro
Choose a 5m or 8m cable. Prefer a socket and your own cable? The Ohme ePod has the same Octopus integration.
myenergi Zappi v2.1
The Zappi is the UK's best-selling smart EV charger, and for good reason. It is the best-known solar diversion charger we sell — meaning it can detect surplus solar generation from your PV panels and divert that energy directly into your Tesla, charging you for free.
It comes in three modes: Fast (full grid charging), Eco (mixed grid + solar) and Eco+ (solar only). For a household with 4kW of solar, that can mean 2,000+ free miles a year added to your Tesla.
If you do not have solar, the premium over the Ohme is harder to justify. The Zappi is also not a native partner for Octopus Intelligent Go (it works via the myenergi app instead), so Octopus customers without solar tend to prefer the Ohme.
See our full myenergi collection for tethered, untethered and Hub-bundle options.
Verdict: the right answer if your home has solar panels — or you plan to install them soon.
myenergi Zappi 2.1 (tethered)
Tethered 6.5m cable. Also available untethered, or as the lower-priced Zappi 3 GLO.
Easee One
The Easee One is a clever bit of Norwegian engineering. It looks like a small white box on the wall — there is no cable, no screen, just a tap-to-pair plate. The charger is untethered (Type 2 socket), so you use your Tesla's supplied cable or a separate Type 2 cable.
What sets the Easee apart is its dynamic load balancing. If you ever add a second EV (or a heat pump, or solar) the Easee can be paired with an Easee Equaliser to automatically share your home's available power across all loads. It is the most future-proof charger on this list — see our guide to charging two electric cars at home if a second EV is on the cards.
Verdict: the smart choice if you might add a second EV or expand your home electrification later. Note that Easee is not currently on the Intelligent Octopus Go compatible list, although your Tesla can still join the tariff through the car itself.
Easee One
Untethered Type 2 socket. Use the cable supplied with your Tesla or add a Type 2 cable.
VCHRGD Seven Pro
The VCHRGD Seven Pro is the lowest-cost charger we stock that is confirmed compatible with Intelligent Octopus Go. It includes built-in PEN fault protection and a CT clamp in the box, both of which can save money at installation.
The tethered version comes with a 7.5m cable, which is useful if you reverse onto the drive or park some distance from the wall. An untethered version is also available if you would rather use your Tesla's own cable.
Verdict: the best-value way to get Intelligent Octopus Go integration on a budget.
VCHRGD Seven Pro (tethered, 7.5m)
Prefer a socket? The untethered Seven Pro costs less again.
NexBlue Point 2
The NexBlue Point 2 is on the Intelligent Octopus Go compatible list and adds EcoPilot cost optimisation plus dynamic load balancing. Like the VCHRGD, the tethered version has a 7.5m cable.
Verdict: a strong Octopus-compatible alternative with load balancing built in.
NexBlue Point 2 (tethered, 7.5m)
Also available untethered.
Andersen A2
The Andersen A2 is the only charger here that you choose for the way it looks. Designed and built in the UK, the A2 hides its cable inside a cabinet that closes when not in use, and the front fascia is available in 8 colours, oak, walnut or painted-to-match.
Performance-wise it is broadly equivalent to the Ohme, and it is on the Intelligent Octopus Go compatible list. You are paying for design, not technology.
Verdict: worth it if the look of the charger matters to you — for example on the front of a period property. See the full Andersen collection for fascia options, including the more compact Quartz.
What about the Tesla Wall Connector?
The Tesla Wall Connector Gen 3 is a 7kW (single-phase) or 22kW (three-phase) Type 2 charger sold by Tesla. Its design is clean, the Tesla app integration is tight, and multiple Wall Connectors at one property load-balance with each other.
The trade-offs: it is not certified for native integration with Octopus Intelligent Go in the way the Ohme is, and it has no solar diversion mode. On a single-phase UK home it charges your Tesla at exactly the same 7kW as every charger above.
We do not sell the Wall Connector. If you are not committed to a Tesla-only household, a third-party smart charger such as the Ohme Home Pro gives you the same speed, smart tariff integration and the freedom to charge whatever EV you own next.
Which charger for which Tesla?
| Tesla model | Battery | Max AC charge rate | Time for 0–100% on a 7kW charger |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 Standard Range | 60 kWh | 11 kW (3-phase) / 7 kW (single-phase) | ~9 hours |
| Model 3 Long Range | 78 kWh | 11 kW / 7 kW | ~11 hours |
| Model Y Long Range | 78 kWh | 11 kW / 7 kW | ~11 hours |
| Model Y Performance | 78 kWh | 11 kW / 7 kW | ~11 hours |
| Model S | 100 kWh | 16.5 kW / 7 kW | ~14 hours |
| Model X | 100 kWh | 16.5 kW / 7 kW | ~14 hours |
UK homes have single-phase electricity as standard, which caps your home charging at 7kW regardless of what the car or charger could theoretically accept. Three-phase supplies are rare in residential UK and require a DNO upgrade — so for almost all UK Tesla owners, a 7kW charger is the right choice. See our guide to 7kW vs 22kW EV chargers for more.
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla at home in the UK?
Three numbers worth knowing:
| Tariff | Rate | Cost to fully charge a Model Y (78 kWh) | Cost per mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard variable | ~27p/kWh | £21.06 | ~7.3p |
| Octopus Intelligent Go (off-peak) | 7p/kWh | £5.46 | ~1.9p |
| OVO Charge Anytime | 7p/kWh | £5.46 | ~1.9p |
To put that in perspective: filling up a comparable petrol SUV for 290 miles costs around £45 at UK pump prices. A Tesla Model Y on a smart EV tariff costs roughly £5.50 for the same range. That is the headline number for why home charging matters.
Common Tesla home charging questions
Will a Tesla charge faster on a Tesla Wall Connector than on a Zappi?
No. On a single-phase UK home supply, every charger here delivers 7kW. The Wall Connector has no speed advantage over a Zappi, Ohme or Easee.
Can I use my Tesla Mobile Connector instead of a wall charger?
Technically yes, but it is not recommended. The Mobile Connector is rated for occasional 13A (3kW) use from a domestic socket and will roughly halve your charging speed. It also draws full current for many hours, which is not what UK 13A sockets are designed for. A dedicated 7kW wallbox is safer and faster.
Is the Tesla Wall Connector eligible for the EV Chargepoint Grant?
The Tesla Wall Connector Gen 3 is on the OZEV approved list, as are the Ohme, Zappi, Easee, VCHRGD, NexBlue and Andersen models we sell. Note that since 1 April 2026 the grant covers 75% of the cost up to £500 per socket but is only open to renters, flat owners and residential landlords — owner-occupiers of houses are not eligible. See our 2026 guide to every UK EV charger grant.
Can I charge a Tesla on Octopus Intelligent Go without a special charger?
Yes — Tesla is one of the few brands directly compatible with Intelligent Go via the car's own app. However, an integrated smart charger gives you a backup and works for guests or other household drivers who do not have your Tesla account.
What if I have a Tesla and a second EV?
Two 7kW chargers draw 64A between them, which exceeds what most UK main fuses can supply alongside household demand. The usual solutions are a dual-socket unit or two chargers linked by a load balancing device. See our guide to charging two electric cars at home.
What is the best home charger for a Tesla Model Y in the UK?
The Ohme Home Pro for Octopus customers, the Zappi for solar households, and the VCHRGD Seven Pro if budget matters most. Hardware-wise, all three charge a Model Y at the same 7kW.
Can I install a Tesla home charger myself?
No. Under Part P of the UK building regulations, EV charger installation must be done by a qualified electrician registered with NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA. If you are claiming the grant, the installer must also be OZEV-approved. See our EV charger installation guide for the full process. If you already have an electrician lined up, our installation kits bundle the charger with the consumer unit, cable and fixings in one order.
Having your own electrician fit it? Order the charger and installation materials together
Each bundle pairs the charger with a consumer unit, cable and fixings, so your electrician has everything on the day.
Ohme Home Pro + installation kit
Ohme Home Pro tethered charger with consumer unit, cable and fixings.
VCHRGD Seven Pro + installation kit
VCHRGD Seven Pro untethered charger with consumer unit, cable and fixings.
Browse every bundle in our EV installation kits collection.
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Browse our full range of 7kW home EV chargers and compare specs side-by-side. All chargers ship free in the UK and come with full warranty support.
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