Is it easy to use?
It’s probably the best in the business. The app works like a dream, and you’ll almost look forward to checking out your charging costs, setting charging sessions, and also, with Dynamic Charging Technology, you get access to the best off-peak rates because it is compatible with all energy tariffs. Ohme chargers use live data from the grid to automatically reach the desired charge level within a schedule. The car is charged when electricity demand is lower and prices cheaper, while still meeting the desired charging goal. Because of that, you’ll have a wonderful smug feeling that you are somewhat beating the system in terms of what you will pay for energy costs. The Ohme ePod also has buttons on the front of the unit where you also start, stop and pause charging, which is handy if you are in a rush. ‘Play’ starts a smart charging session, while holding it for three seconds will set it to Max Charge for instant charging. The ePod features intelligent charging so you can tell how many miles you’d like to add within a target timeframe and it will do all that and charge at the cheapest rates. So, if you want your charge to reach that magic 80% battery capacity by 6am it’ll know how much to add and switch off once it’s hit the target. It’s also worth noting that the ePod works extremely well if you are on Octopus Agile and Intelligent Octopus Go energy tariffs, which allow you automatically charge your vehicle when electricity prices are low.  You can also set a price cap in the app ensuring that the ePod will not charge your EV unless prices fall below that limit.

What else do you need to know?
Standard installation is included, and you can expect excellent customer service as the Ohme team walks you through the process. You’ll complete a home eligibility form, a survey giving pictures and location of your fusebox, etc and then installation day will be set. The ePod is an untethered but, sadly, there is no lock to secure the removable cable unlike some other chargers that offer this function. The Ohme ePod is what we might call a ‘green charger’ because it is able to charge your vehicle when there is more renewable energy in the grid, but there is no solar integration.
It’s only available as a 7.4kW unit (no three-phase option), while the manufacturer warranty is three years. As is the norm, it has an in-built PEN fault device, so no need for an earth rod installation. It has a universal socket so Type 1 and Type 2 cables can be used. It’s pre-wired for dynamic load balancing which will prevent the main fuse in your home from tripping when you are charging. The Ohme ePod doesn’t connect directly to your mobile and has its own SIM card to connect to the UK’s mobile data network, using either 3G and 4G, and Ohme will cover the cost of that for the first three years. You also get over-the-air updates.