Solar Compatible EV Chargers: Charge With Free Surplus Solar Energy
What is a solar-compatible EV charger?
In short, a solar-compatible EV charger is a smart EV charging point that works with a solar PV system. Or, in simpler terms, solar panels.
Your polyvoltic system will collect solar energy, which will be converted into electricity, in turn, charging your electric car’s battery for free.
About our solar-compatible EV charger range…
Our wide range of solar-compatible EV chargers has been carefully curated to ensure a perfect match for everyone, from the innovative, market-leading Zappi Glo to the budget-friendly BG Sync EV charger. Every solar charger is compatible with electric cars and PHEVs, and is classified as a smart, fast 7kW single-phase home EV charger.
Each solar EV charging point comes with its own set of unique smart charging features to match whatever your unique home EV charging needs are.
For information on the features of a chosen solar electric car charger, please click through to the EV charger or call one of our advisors for friendly, tailored advice at 03333 44 96 99.
As one of the UK’s leading EV charging experts, we can install your solar electric car charger wherever you are in the UK with full, expert nationwide installation.
Shop our wide range of solar EV chargers
Sync Energy EV Wall Charger 2
Installed from only £849
- Available as tethered or socketed
- Solar integration at no extra cost
- WiFi connectivity
Zappi GLO
Installed from only £1,049
- Solar integration at no extra cost
- WiFi connectivity
- RFID card compatibility
- Tariff integration
VCHRGD Seven Pro
Installed from only £899
- Available as tethered or socketed
- Solar integration at no extra cost
- UK-based in-app help desk
- WiFi connectivity
Indra Smart LUX
Installed from only £1,149
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Type 2
- Tethered
- Fast charging
Indra Smart PRO
Installed from only £999
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Socketed
- Type 2
- Fast charging
Cord Zero
Installed from only £989
- Solar compatible
- Tariff integration
- Tethered or untethered EV charger
Masterplug
Installed from only £799
- Available as tethered or socketed
- Solar integration at no extra cost
- Tariff integration
- WiFi connectivity
Ohme Home Pro
Installed from only £1,099
- Tethered charger (5m or 8m cable)
- Interactive LCD screen
- Compatible with all energy tariffs
- 3G/4G connectivity
Ohme ePod
Installed from only £1,049
- Socketed charger
- Control via interactive buttons
- Compatible with all energy tariffs
- 3G/4G connectivity
NexBlue Point 2
Installed from only £939
- Type 2
- Fast Charging
- Socketed
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
What are the benefits of solar EV chargers?
- Charge with free, surplus solar energy: Cut your energy bill by making use of free sunshine. Drive on literal sunshine.
- Lower carbon footprint: You’re already cutting carbon emissions with your electric vehicle. Why not go the full distance and slash them further by charging your EV with renewable energy?
- Add value to your property: Installing solar panels boosts your property’s value. As does installing an EV charger. Combine the two for an uplift in market value.
What do you need to charge your electric car with solar?
- A solar photovolatic system (solar panels and an inverter)
- A fully electric car
- A smart solar EV charger (not all smart chargers offer solar charging)
Get your solar EV charger and installation from the experts.
Sit back and relax as we handle your solar-compatible EV charger supply and installation from start to finish.
From EV charger choice, DNO approval, grant application, installation, aftercare and more, you get complete peace of mind that everything is handled properly, safely and expertly.
Trust the experts. With over 25,000 installations under our belt, a 4.9 Trustpilot rating with over 2,000 happy customers, and close partnerships with some of the UK’s leading charge point manufacturers and energy suppliers, we’ll ensure your new EV charger is fitted safely, complies with current wiring regulations, and operates reliably from day one.
Take a closer look at our credentials:
- Safe Isolation Provider
- TrustMark approved
- ISO accredited (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001)
- OZEV-approved
- NIC EIC approved
- Safe Contractor Approved
- HERS accredited
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What’s included in our charger and installation packages?
Car Charger & Installation
3 YEAR WARRANTY
All paperwork completed
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Solar EV Charger FAQs
What is a solar electric car charger?
A solar EV charger is a smart EV charger installed on your property that uses solar energy to charge your EV’s battery.
You’ll need solar panels and an inverter, as solar energy will be converted into electricity before going through the charger and inside your car.
Can I install a solar charger at home?
You can easily have a solar EV charger at home. But don’t try to install it yourself.
Do I need solar panels to use a solar charger?
Yes, you need a working photovoltaic system (solar panels) to charge your EV with solar energy.
Without one, you won’t be able to take advantage of solar charging capabilities. It would just function as a regular EV charger.
Can solar EV chargers work in wet weather?
Absolutely. Solar EV chargers can work in any weather. Though how much solar energy is produced will be less in wet, grey weather.
For maximised solar charging, always plug in during full sun.
Are solar EV chargers compatible with all electric vehicles?
Yes, solar electric car chargers are compatible with all electric vehicles, since the solar energy gets converted into AC electricity in the inverter, charging an EV’s battery as usual.
Your electric car, therefore, doesn’t need any special parts or technology to be able to charge with solar.
To access solar EV charging, a CT clamp will be installed during your charger installation.
How much do solar electric car chargers cost?
Solar-compatible EV chargers are usually a similar price to your standard smart charger.
Roughly, you’re looking at £800 to £1,400.
Our cheapest solar-compatible EV charger is the Masterplug at £799 for the charger and installation.
How long does it take to charge an EV with a solar charger?
It depends on a number of factors: how big your EV battery is, how many solar panels you have, the weather, and your driving habits are.
Typically, you’re looking at 6-12 solar panels. 12 for larger batteries and longer charging sessions. 6 for smaller EVs and shorter, top-up sessions.
Installation FAQs
Do you offer a warranty on your solar chargers and installation?
Yes, all our products come with a minimum 3-year manufacturer warranty and one year workmanship warranty, offering complete peace of mind.
What's included in a standard installation package?
- Fitting of a single phase 7kW home charger to a brick or plaster wall or other suitable permanent structure
- Up to 10 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 set-up of the charge point and any app that may be needed.
- Three-year warranty
- Dedicated UK-based customer support seven days a week (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 happens after I buy a solar charger from We Power Your Car?
Once your order is confirmed, we send you a receipt, and an SMS will be sent to the mobile number you provided so you can take some pictures and supply a few more details about your installation.
After we have this information, we will contact your Distribution Network Operator (DNO) for approval, and if approved, the team will be in touch to organise an installation date with you.
How soon can you install a solar EV charger?
We aim to install your tethered car charger in around 4 weeks from Distribution Network Operator (DNO) approval.
That said, it’s often sooner than this.
Why should I trust you?
As one of the UK’s leading EV charging installers, we have successfully and safely installed over 25,000 EV charging points.
We are certified by the following bodies: Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV), TrustMark and NICEIC, and hold coveted accreditations in:
- Alcumus SafeContractor
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
All our engineers are fully trained, vetted, certified and DBS-checked. We can also install wherever you are, as we offer nationwide installation.
On top of this, we are rated 4.9 “Excellent” on Trustpilot, with over 2,000 happy customers.