Tethered or untethered?
Tethered chargers have a cable permanently fixed to the unit. Untethered chargers let you plug your own cable in at both ends—perfect if you want a tidier look or prefer to use the cable that came with your EV.
Octopus EV Referral
Always check Octopus for the latest charger models, pricing, tariff details and eligibility before ordering.
Thinking about getting an EV charger installed at home? If you use my dedicated referral link, we'll both get a £25 gift card of your choice (from top retailers, restaurants, or even a Visa cash card!). The whole process is super straightforward—Octopus takes care of the quote, the installation, and helping you pick the right charger. Plus, you'll benefit from cutting your charging costs, simple public charging with Electroverse, and installation from the UK's most awarded energy supplier.
You can also use my standard Octopus Energy referral if you're switching your supply.
Why EV Drivers Look at Octopus
Getting your charger and your energy tariff from the same provider just makes life easier, especially with a popular EV-friendly tariff like Intelligent Octopus Go giving you access to super-cheap overnight charging rates.
By switching to home charging on an EV tariff, Octopus estimates you can save around £820 a year compared to running an average petrol car. You could also cut your charging costs by up to 85% compared to public chargers, and up to 68% compared to standard energy tariffs. Plus, their installation service is highly recommended—in a recent survey of over 4,000 customers, 81% gave them a 9 or 10 out of 10! As always, checking the official Octopus pages for the latest figures and terms is a good idea.
EV Charger FAQ
Here are a few quick things to think about before you order. For all the technical details, compatibility checks, and full FAQs, make sure to read the official Octopus EV charger page.
Will the cable reach?
Your charging cable needs to comfortably reach from the chargepoint to your car. According to Octopus, tethered chargers typically come with cables between 5 and 8 metres long, which is plenty for most situations where the charger is mounted on an outside wall next to a driveway.
Do you need private parking?
Yes. Octopus requires you to have private parking like a driveway or garage, with no public land separating your house from the charger. If your cable needs to run across public land, you'll generally need a different solution, like Kerbo Charge.
Installation Packages
A standard installation is actually included in the price of your charger. If your setup is a bit more complex—like needing a much longer cable run—Octopus offers a few set packages:
| Package | Cable Length | What's Included | Additional Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Up to 10m | Electrical components and connections, charger mounting, cable clipping and electrical testing | £0 |
| Standard Plus | Up to 20m | Everything in Standard, with a longer cable run | £99 |
| Enhanced | Up to 30m | Everything in Standard, with the longest listed cable run | £189 |
Octopus Energy Referral
If you're switching your energy to Octopus as well, you can still use my normal referral link and get £50 from Octopus plus £30 from me once your switch is complete.
Existing customer? Find out how you can benefit too. T&Cs apply (only one switching offer per household).
Contact Me
If you use my Octopus EV link or my Octopus Energy switch link and have a question, send me a message below.