Hive Mini Pro 3
We’re authorised by British Gas to supply and install the coveted Hive Mini Pro 3. Approximately the size of an A5 notebook, the Hive EV charger ranks as one of the smallest home chargers on the market – but don’t let its size fool you. While small in stature, the Hive’s 7.2kW power output and advanced smart features pack a punch.
*With Hive’s FreeCharge feature, you get up to 8,000 miles of free electric car charging for an entire year. Simply plug in and set your ‘Ready by time’, and your Hive will automatically charge your EV with cheaper, greener energy. 100% of the cost will be reimbursed towards your energy bill, up to a maximum of 8,000 miles – British Gas’ fair usage cap.
Need an urgent top-up during the day? You can override FreeCharge to get an immediate paid-for charge at any time.
Finance this charger from
£1,199
Pay in full
or
£27
Per month
*Cost includes standard installation
All you need is:
- A Hive EV charger
- Any British Gas electricity tariff
- A Smart Meter
- FreeCharge enabled on the Hive app
Don’t have a smart meter? British Gas will install one for free. Not with British Gas for your energy tariff? Sign up for a British Gas tariff via our link.
Moreover, with the award-winning Hive app, you can manage your electric car charger and any other Hive products at home, offering full and easy control in one place. Set charge schedules, monitor charging history and get access to British Gas’ specialist tariff – the British Gas EV Tariff – that promises greener and more cost-effective smart home charging.
Elevate your home EV charging experience with the Hive Mini Pro 3.
Power output
7.2
kw
Size
A
5
Warranty
3
year
FreeCharge
12
month*
Specifcation
Control in your hands with the Hive App
With over 1.9 million daily users, you can manage your Hive EV charger and any other Hive products all from the same place – via the Hive app. Schedule charging, monitor charging history, spending, energy usage and more.
British Gas EV Tariff integration
Schedule your EV charging during off-peak times (12am-5am) and get access to lower electricity prices with the British Gas EV tariff.
Built-in PEN protection
No earth rod is needed with the Hive home charger. So, you get a tidier and reduced installation cost with built-in PEN protection.
Hive SmartCharge Saver add-on
Hive’s intelligent software determines the best charging times for you, works out the savings, and deducts them directly from your British Gas energy bill.
Control in your hands with the Hive App
With over 1.9 million daily users, you can manage your Hive EV charger and any other Hive products all from the same place – via the Hive app. Schedule charging, monitor charging history, spending, energy usage and more.
British Gas EV Tariff integration
Schedule your EV charging during off-peak times (12am-5am) and get access to lower electricity prices with the British Gas EV tariff.
Built-in PEN protection
No earth rod is needed with the Hive home charger. So, you get a tidier and reduced installation cost with built-in PEN protection.
Hive SmartCharge Saver add-on
Hive’s intelligent software determines the best charging times for you, works out the savings, and deducts them directly from your British Gas energy bill.
Integrated load management
The Hive comes readily equipped with load management, meaning your Mini Pro 3 will track and adjust its power outlet based on your property’s electrical demand to ensure safer charging.
Automatic over-the-air software updates
The Hive EV charger automatically updates your software, meaning you don’t have to mess around with any pesky updates or wait for an engineer to update the firmware manually.
Compact sizing
The Hive Mini Pro 3 is neat and discreet – the equivalent of an A5 notebook and ranking as one of the smallest home EV chargers on the market.
Mobile (GPRS) connectivity
Use mobile (GPRS) connectivity to connect your Hive to your phone, resulting in a fast and seamless connection to the Hive app.
Integrated load management
The Hive comes readily equipped with load management, meaning your Mini Pro 3 will track and adjust its power outlet based on your property’s electrical demand to ensure safer charging.
Automatic over-the-air software updates
The Hive EV charger automatically updates your software, meaning you don’t have to mess around with any pesky updates or wait for an engineer to update the firmware manually.
Compact sizing
The Hive Mini Pro 3 is neat and discreet – the equivalent of an A5 notebook and ranking as one of the smallest home EV chargers on the market.
Mobile (GPRS) connectivity
Use mobile (GPRS) connectivity to connect your Hive to your phone, resulting in a fast and seamless connection to the Hive app.
What’s included in our Hive Mini Pro standard installation price:
- Fitting of a single phase 7.2kW untethered Hive Mini Pro 3 to a brick or plaster wall or other suitable permanent structure
- Up to 15 metres of cable, run and neatly clipped to the wall between the electricity supply meter/distribution board and the charge point.
- Routing of the cable through a drilled hole in a wall up to 500mm (20 inches) thick if this is needed.
- The fitting and testing of electrical connections and protections required for the charge point.
- An additional three-way consumer unit, if required
- Installation of a Type A RCBO in an RCBO enclosure
- Up to 3 metres of plastic trunking to conceal interior wiring.
- An O-pen earth protection device if the charge point requires it. (This is NOT an earth rod)
- Up to 4 hours of labour from your installer to complete the work.
- Electrical testing of the whole installation.
- Handover and setup of the charge point and any app that may be needed.
- Three-year warranty
- Dedicated UK-based customer support (pre and post-installation)
- VAT
- Remote survey and guidance through the EV charging process
- All paperwork, including any applicable grants and DNO liaison, completed and managed on your behalf
- Electrical certificate and certificate of compliance
What’s included in our Hive Mini Pro standard installation price:
- Fitting of a single phase 7.2kW untethered Hive Mini Pro 3 to a brick or plaster wall or other suitable permanent structure
- Up to 15 metres of cable, run and neatly clipped to the wall between the electricity supply meter/distribution board and the charge point.
- Routing of the cable through a drilled hole in a wall up to 500mm (20 inches) thick if this is needed.
- The fitting and testing of electrical connections and protections required for the charge point.
- An additional three-way consumer unit, if required
- Installation of a Type A RCBO in an RCBO enclosure
- Up to 3 metres of plastic trunking to conceal interior wiring.
- An O-pen earth protection device if the charge point requires it. (This is NOT an earth rod)
- Up to 4 hours of labour from your installer to complete the work.
- Electrical testing of the whole installation.
- Handover and setup of the charge point and any app that may be needed.
- Three-year warranty
- Dedicated UK-based customer support (pre and post-installation)
- VAT
- Remote survey and guidance through the EV charging process
- All paperwork, including any applicable grants and DNO liaison, completed and managed on your behalf
- Electrical certificate and certificate of compliance
Interested in a Hive EV charger installation?
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Frequently Asked Questions_
Is the Hive home EV charger tethered or untethered?
The Hive Mini Pro is untethered. However, a tethered version of the Hive EV charger is coming soon.
Is the Hive Mini Pro 3 Type 1 or Type 2?
Depending on what fits your electric vehicle, the Hive Mini Pro 3 can come with a Type 1 and Type 2 connector.
Does the Hive home car charger come with a charging cable?
No, you use your own cable with the Hive electric charger.
Does the Hive Mini Pro 3 come in different colours?
The Hive Mini Pro 3 only comes in matte black.
What is the power output of the Hive Mini Pro 3?
The maximum power output of the Hive Mini Pro 3 is 7.2kW. Typically, this will charge your EV battery from empty to full in eight hours.
Is the Hive Mini Pro 3 solar-compatible?
No, the Hive car charger is not solar-compatible.
Is there a 22kW version of the British Gas Hive car charger?
No, the Hive charger only supports single-phase 7.2kW charging.
What is the exact size of the Hive Mini Pro 3?
The Hive electric car charger is sized at W:140mm, H: 215mm, D: 100mm, and weighs 3kg.
Is the Hive Mini Pro 3 compliant with the Smart EV charging regulations?
Yes, as with all our EV chargers, the British Gas Hive EV charger is compliant with the government’s electric vehicle smart charge points regulations.
Does the Hive EV charger have PEN protection?
Yes, the Hive has built-in PEN protection.
Is the Hive EO Mini Pro on the OZEV authorised chargepoint list?
Yes, the Hive EO Mini Pro 3 is authorised by OZEV for grant-subsidised EV charger installations, both for homes and businesses.
*Up to a maximum of 2,290kWh of electricity consumed by the charge point in FreeCharge mode. The maximum consumption in FreeCharge mode is approximately equivalent to 8,000 miles transferred to EV(s) by the charge point, based on an assumed vehicle efficiency of 3.5 miles/kWh. Terms and conditions apply.
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