EVEC
EVEC VEC03
Cost breakdown
For renters, leasehold flat owners, landlords, and no-driveway households who claim via on-street scheme.
Standard homeowners with private driveways have not been grant-eligible since 2022. Check your eligibility.
What's good
- Among the cheapest OZEV-approved smart chargers (hardware from £399)
- Strong landlord/multi-property pricing for portfolios
- Built-in CT clamp for load balancing
What's not
- Brand awareness still building
- App lacks advanced scheduling features
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Specifications
- Power
- 7 kW
- Cable type
- Tethered Type 2
- Smart features
- Yes
- App
- EVEC
- Solar PV compatible
- Yes
- Dynamic load balancing
- Yes
- Intelligent Octopus Go
- No (Std Go only)
- OZEV approved
- Yes — £500 grant eligible (if audience qualifies)
- Warranty
- 3 years
- Made in
- United Kingdom
Best for: Landlords, Leaseholders, Driveway homes
Based on price, features, and the EVEC VEC03's specific strengths, this charger fits these audiences best.
EVEC VEC03 FAQs
How much does the EVEC VEC03 cost installed?
The EVEC VEC03 starts at £399 for the unit. Typical UK installation adds £350, bringing the gross total to around £749. If you qualify for the £500 OZEV grant (renters, leasehold flat owners, landlords, or no-driveway homeowners via the on-street scheme), your installer deducts it from the invoice — net cost approximately £249. Standard homeowners with private driveways are NOT eligible for any grant and pay the full £749.
Is the EVEC VEC03 OZEV approved?
Yes. The EVEC VEC03 is on the OZEV approved list and eligible for the £500 grant when installed by an OZEV-authorised installer. This applies to all four active 2026 grant schemes — but eligibility depends on your housing situation, not the charger. Standard homeowners with driveways have NOT been grant-eligible since 2022.
Does the EVEC VEC03 support Intelligent Octopus Go?
Not natively. The EVEC VEC03 doesn't support Intelligent Octopus Go. You can still use it with the standard (less optimised) Octopus Go tariff. For best off-peak savings, consider Ohme, Zappi, Andersen, or Hypervolt instead.
Solar PV integration on the EVEC VEC03?
Yes. The EVEC VEC03 works with home solar PV. It can prioritise solar charging when surplus is available, though Zappi remains the best-in-class option for solar households.
Who's the EVEC VEC03 best for?
Best for: landlord, leasehold, driveway.
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