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What is the difference between the EV1i and EV1s?

The EV1i is a tethered EV charger meaning it comes with a 5-meter cable attached to plug into your car. The EV1s is untethered meaning you are able to connect your own charging cable. The EV1s does not come with a charging cable.

Other commonly asked questions

Who is Axle Energy?

Axle Energy is waEV-charge’s authorised flexibility services partner, helping power the smart charging and rewards functionality behind waEV-smart. Axle Energy helps balance electricity demand across the grid by intelligently shifting EV charging to more optimal times.

How long is the warranty on your charger and any equipment installed?

All waEV-charge units come with a three year warranty, any materials installed in conjunction with the waEV-charge e.g. new consumer unit comes with a 12 month warranty.

Do I need to update my charger before using waEV-smart?

Yes. Your charger must first be updated to the latest compatible firmware version before app setup can begin.

Can I finance my EV charger purchase?

Yes, 0% finance is available for EV chargers, but it applies only to installed chargers rather than charger-only purchases. To qualify, the total cost of the installed charger must meet the minimum loan amount of £250, and a 10% deposit is required upfront.

Do our units have dynamic load balancing? If so how do we set the limit?

All waEV-charge 7.4kW models have dynamic load balancing, they come with a CT clamp as standard. Our 22kW range currently offers static load balancing, with dynamic load balancing coming later this year. You can set the grid limit through the waEV-charge installer app.