Ohme ePod

Who the Ohme ePod suits

The ePod is the value pick for drivers on a smart EV tariff who want a small, discreet charger that just gets on with it. Its strength is tariff integration: it charges automatically during the cheapest off-peak windows without you setting schedules, which is where the real savings on an EV come from. It has no solar diversion, so PV owners who want to self-consume should look elsewhere.

Key features

• Smart-tariff integration works tightly with tariffs such as Intelligent Octopus Go.
• Automatic cheap charging targets the lowest-cost periods without manual scheduling.
• Compact, untethered design, one of the smaller wall units, neat on the property.
• Load balancing manages your home’s demand to avoid overloading the supply.

What to check before you buy

• Are you on (or moving to) a smart tariff? The ePod’s value comes from tariff integration; pairing any smart charger with a cheap overnight tariff is the biggest saving. Weighing brands? See how Ohme stacks up against Pod Point.
• You’ll need a cable, as it’s untethered, so a charging cable lives in your car. If you’d rather a fixed lead and a screen, see the ePod vs Home Pro head-to-head, or read up on choosing between tethered and untethered.
• No solar diversion: if you have panels, myenergi’s Zappi is a better fit.

Evova doesn’t sell chargers. Check whether your install could be part-funded through a grant, then find a home charger installer to fit it.