Indra Smart LUX Review: A Luxury Charging Point?

Quick summary:

• The Indra Smart LUX is the slimmest EV charger on the market and one of the most weatherproof with its IP67 rating, yet still sticks the landing to ensure a luxury, premium intelligent home EV charger.
• Due to its highly intelligent tech, packed with advanced smart features: EV tariff integration, solar EV charging, all while presenting a beautifully designed exterior for a classic, timeless aesthetic, the Indra Smart LUX earns a spot in our best home EV charger guide.

What is the Indra Smart LUX EV charger?

In short, the Indra Smart LUX is a 7.4kW single-phase, tethered, Type 2 wall-mounted home EV charger with a six-meter charging cable. An Indra Smart LUX 10m cable is available too, for electric cars parked further from the drive.

Here are a few key specification points:

• 3-year warranty
• Compatible with all electric cars and plug-in hybrids
• Complies with the Electric Vehicles (Smart Charge Points) Regulations
• Smartphone app managed
• Wi-Fi or mobile connectivity

What are the Indra Smart LUX pros?

1. Strong, durable hardware

Kick it. Throw water on it. Heat it up. Your Indra Smart LUX won’t dent or die.

With one of the highest IP ratings of IP67 and a strong IK10 impact rating, the Smart LUX, made from polycarbonate, promises a robust, waterproof electric car charger designed for long haul.

Think bumps and grazes from footballs, heatwaves and thunderstorms. In fact, the LUX can withstand temperatures of -20°C to 50°C. Any weather, any time, your LUX is protected.

Ideal for those with small children.

2. Classic design with four timeless colour choices

Inspired by their classically British Heritage down in Worcestershire, the Indra Smart LUX charger comes in four beautifully subtle coloured fascia for any UK home style:

• Indra White
• Symphony Black
• Malvern Stone (a light, sage green)
• Elgar Grey

One could call their aesthetic modern but with an elegant, classic twist.

3. Intelligent Indra App

User-friendly interface and quick, clever software equals an easy home EV charging experience packed with features with the Indra App.

But what can you do with the Indra App specifically?

• Set flexible charging schedules around your schedule. Want to charge overnight? As long as it’s plugged in, your car will charge automatically.
• Monitor your EV charging costs with charging history and analytics
• Troubleshoot your electric car charger

Stay updated, always: Get handy push notifications and emails on your EV charging sessions, especially when it comes to the beginning and end of your charging sessions.

Easily download the Indra App from Google Play or the App Store.

4. Lock ability for added protection

Live in a busy part of town? Wandering eyes from neighbours or bystanders? Frequently away for work or pleasure? Never fear about your electric car charger.

With the Indra Smart LUX’s lock feature, you can instantly lock your charger from unwanted use, disabling charging sessions immediately. Simply tap the feature in your Indra App for quick security. Anytime. Anyplace.

Picture someone pulling up and plugging in, thinking they’ve scored free electricity. In lock mode, electricity will never flow or budge. So, you’re free from energy thieves.

The ideal smart feature for those whose driveways are in clear view.

5. Solar integration

Harness the sunshine with the Indra Smart LUX and your solar panels, and charge your EV with surplus solar energy.

That’s free electricity, topping up your EV in Indra’s solar mode.

Explore solar EV charging in detail.

6. Thinnest EV charger on the market

At 201mm x 306mm x 78mm (WxHxD), the Indra Smart LUX is the thinnest EV charger on the UK market.

Ideal for those with thin drives and tight squeezes in packed garages. Or for those who simply prefer a neater and more discreet look over bulky, utilitarian designs.

7. Mobile, Wi-Fi Connection or Ethernet Connectivity

A strong connection between your Indra Smart LUX, electric vehicle, and smartphone app is required for your smart EV charging to function as needed.

Most EV chargers on the market only offer one connection option. Ohme EV chargers, for example, only offer mobile 4G connectivity. This can be a problem for those with limited mobile connection, or, like the Hypervolt Home 3, which only offers Wi-Fi, can be a problem for those out in the sticks.

With the Indra Smart LUX, you pick your strongest connection for 24/7, reliable smart charging.

8. LED Turbine lights for easy charging status

Find a quick live status of your home charging with the LUX’s circular light ring, which illuminates in a unique light sequence.

White = on charge. Yellow = solar charge a glo. Flashing red = error.

Stay in the know, at just a glance.

9. Advanced EV tariff integration

EV tariff compatibility is one of the best smart charging features on the market. Save drastically by charging with discounted rates offered by electricity companies during off-peak hours.

Indra Smart LUX comes packed with EV tariff integration, noting that EV drivers can drive for 3p per kW with the right set-up.

Overall, the Indra Smart LUX is compatible with a number of market-leading EV electricity tariffs:

• Intelligent Octopus Go
• OVO Charge Anytime
• EDF Go Electric
• E.on Next Drive Smart
• Good Energy
• Scottish Power

10. Boost button

In a rush? Push the boost button and your Smart LUX will prioritise charging now, cancelling any charge schedules and providing instant power to your EV.

Great if you’re in a rush.

11. Automatic over-the-air updates

Constant updates are going on in the background of your Smart LUX, without you pressing a button. So your Indra Smart LUX will never go out of style.

Futureproof your EV charging with the Indra Smart LUX.

12. Polite, hands-on UK-based customer service team

Access quick, polite UK-based advice or support whenever you need it, directly through the app.

What are the cons of the Indra Smart LUX?

1. Expensive

The one and only con of the Indra Smart LUX is the price point. At over £1,000, it’s not the most expensive electric car charger on the market, but it’s absolutely on the higher side of the price spectrum, pushing closer to £1,200 for the LUX and installation.

That said, given its premium look and feel and its jam-packed technology, the cost matches what’s on offer.

But if price is a dealbreaker for you, explore more affordable options such as the Masterplug EV charger or the evec. Alternatively, deep dive into the cheaper, less aesthetic Indra charger, the Indra Smart Pro.

Final thoughts: Is it worth investing in the Indra Smart LUX?

All in all, the Indra Smart LUX is worth breaking the bank for, with its duality in style and intelligence. While a little pricey, you’ll immediately experience the benefits of the Indra Smart LUX, and start charging cheaper for as little as 8p per kWh during off-peak hours with the Intelligent Octopus Go EV tariff.

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