Best EV Tariffs UK (Updated June 2026)
The best EV tariff in the UK for June 2026 depends on how often the car charges at home, whether it is normally plugged in overnight, whether the charger or vehicle is compatible with smart charging, and how much electricity the household uses outside the cheap-rate window. The lowest headline EV rate is not always the cheapest option once daytime rates, standing charges, smart meter requirements and charger compatibility are included.
Last updated: June 2026. EV tariff prices and compatibility rules can change quickly, so always check the supplier’s current tariff page before switching.
If you are still choosing hardware as well as an energy tariff, LAMPS supplies home EV chargers, EV cabling, EV circuit protection and EV installation accessories. The charger matters because some smart EV tariffs need a compatible charger, compatible vehicle, smart meter and app connection.
Best EV tariffs UK: quick answer for June 2026
Cheapest simple overnight rate in this guide: EDF GoElectric at 6.99p/kWh from 11pm to 6am, subject to EDF’s current eligibility rules.
Best smart-tariff shortlist: Intelligent Octopus Go, E.ON Next Drive Smart and ScottishPower EV Optimise.
Best simple overnight shortlist: EDF GoElectric, British Gas EV Power, E.ON Next Drive and ScottishPower EV Saver.
Best approach if compatibility is uncertain: start with a simple overnight tariff that works with a wider charger setup, then check whether a smarter tariff is worth the extra compatibility checks.
June 2026 EV tariff comparison
This guide uses responsive tariff cards instead of a wide comparison table, so it works properly on desktop and mobile. The figures below are advertised supplier rates at the time of writing, but your actual quote can vary by region, meter setup, payment method and supplier terms.
Smart EV tariff
Intelligent Octopus Go
Off-peak rate: 8p/kWh.
Hours: 11:30pm to 5:30am whole-home off-peak, plus smart-managed EV charging.
Compatibility: compatible EV or charger, smart meter and Octopus setup required.
Check Octopus tariffSmart and simple options
E.ON Next Drive
Off-peak rate: 8p/kWh on Next Drive Smart, 9p/kWh on Next Drive.
Hours: 12am to 6am.
Compatibility: Smart version needs eligible EV and charger setup; standard version is simpler overnight charging.
Check E.ON DriveMonthly plan or PAYG smart charging
OVO Charge Anytime
EV rate: 14p/kWh pay as you go, or monthly plans.
Hours: smart charging day or night, managed through OVO.
Compatibility: compatible EV or charger required; solar users need extra care.
Check OVO plansSimple overnight tariff
British Gas EV Power
Off-peak rate: 9p/kWh.
Hours: 12am to 5am.
Compatibility: British Gas states it works with any make of EV and home charger, with smart meter requirements.
Check British GasSmart and simple options
ScottishPower EV
Off-peak rate: 8.5p/kWh on EV Saver, 8p/kWh on EV Optimise.
Hours: EV Saver midnight to 5am; EV Optimise uses smart charging.
Compatibility: ScottishPower supply, smart meter and eligibility checks apply.
Check ScottishPowerSimple overnight tariff
EDF GoElectric
Off-peak rate: 6.99p/kWh.
Hours: 11pm to 6am.
Compatibility: EDF states it works with any EV and charger, with smart meter requirements.
Check EDF GoElectricCheapest EV tariffs in June 2026
On headline off-peak price alone, EDF GoElectric is the cheapest EV tariff in this guide at 6.99p/kWh from 11pm to 6am. The next strongest advertised group is the 8p/kWh smart tariff group: Intelligent Octopus Go, E.ON Next Drive Smart and ScottishPower EV Optimise.
Lowest simple overnight rate
EDF GoElectric: 6.99p/kWh from 11pm to 6am.
Best for drivers who want a low fixed overnight window without relying on a narrow charger ecosystem.
Strongest smart-tariff group
Octopus, E.ON and ScottishPower: 8p/kWh smart charging routes.
Best where the driver has the right vehicle, charger, smart meter and app setup.
Best simple fallback rates
British Gas EV Power and E.ON Next Drive: 9p/kWh overnight.
Best where the customer wants fewer compatibility checks and is happy to schedule overnight charging.
The cheapest EV tariff is not always the cheapest household energy plan. A low off-peak rate can be outweighed by a higher daytime rate if the home uses a lot of electricity during the day. Compare the full tariff, not just the EV charging number.
Best EV tariff if you have solar panels
Solar changes the tariff decision because the customer may want to balance cheap overnight charging, solar export, daytime solar charging and battery storage. The charger matters because some smart tariff integrations can behave differently when solar diversion, CT clamps or battery storage are involved.
Practical view: solar-focused buyers should compare the tariff and charger together. myenergi Zappi is usually one of the first charger ranges to compare where solar PV is central to the installation, but the final choice still depends on the tariff, battery setup, CT clamps, app behaviour and installer design.
Octopus Intelligent Go is often attractive where the customer wants a cheap overnight window and may also be looking at wider Octopus export options. EDF GoElectric and British Gas EV Power may suit customers who prefer a straightforward overnight rate that works with any charger. OVO specifically warns solar customers to make sure they connect through a compatible solar-ready charger before using Charge Anytime.
For a solar-led EV charging setup, look beyond the tariff headline rate. Check whether the customer wants to charge mainly from surplus solar, mainly from cheap overnight import, or a mixture of both.
How to choose the right EV tariff
Check when the car is actually home
If the car is normally plugged in overnight, a simple off-peak tariff can work well. If charging times vary, a smart-managed tariff may be better.
Check charger and vehicle compatibility
Some tariffs work with any charger. Others need a compatible EV, compatible charger, supplier app connection or smart meter with half-hourly readings.
Look at the whole bill
Compare daytime rate, standing charge, off-peak hours, contract length and exit fees. Do not choose on the night rate alone.
Plan the charger around the tariff
If a smart tariff is the priority, choose a charger that is shown on the supplier’s current compatibility list before ordering.
Intelligent Octopus Go
Intelligent Octopus Go is one of the main smart EV tariffs to compare in June 2026. It offers 8p/kWh smart charging and a whole-home off-peak window from 11:30pm to 5:30am. It is strongest for drivers who have a compatible car or charger and are happy for the Octopus app to manage charging.
The buying logic is simple: if the customer passes the compatibility checks, Intelligent Octopus Go can be one of the strongest smart tariff options. If not, standard Octopus Go or a simpler overnight tariff may be easier.
Check current Intelligent Octopus Go details. For a charger-specific guide, read what EV chargers work with Octopus Intelligent Go.
LAMPS chargers to check with Octopus
Octopus compatibility changes, so check the current Octopus app and eligibility list before ordering. These LAMPS chargers are sensible starting points for Intelligent Octopus Go research.
E.ON Next Drive and Next Drive Smart
E.ON Next has two useful routes. Next Drive Smart is the smarter option, advertised at 8p/kWh between 12am and 6am with smart charging requirements. Next Drive is the simpler option, advertised at 9p/kWh between 12am and 6am.
Next Drive Smart is worth checking if the customer wants a smart tariff alternative to Octopus. Next Drive is easier to understand if the customer mainly wants a long overnight charging window and is happy to schedule charging manually through the vehicle or charger.
Check current E.ON Next Drive details.
LAMPS chargers to check with E.ON
For E.ON Next Drive Smart, check E.ON’s current eligible charger and vehicle list before ordering. For standard Next Drive, the key requirement is reliable overnight scheduling.
OVO Charge Anytime
OVO Charge Anytime is now better understood as a monthly-plan or pay-as-you-go smart charging product, not a simple overnight off-peak tariff. OVO’s pay-as-you-go smart charging rate is currently listed at 14p/kWh, while the monthly plans include defined home charging allowances and public charging voucher value.
This can suit drivers who want predictable monthly charging costs or more flexibility than a fixed overnight window. It is less straightforward to compare against a simple p/kWh tariff, so buyers should check their mileage, plan allowance, public charging use and compatibility before switching.
Check current OVO Charge Anytime details.
LAMPS chargers to check with OVO
OVO says Charge Anytime needs a compatible EV or charger. Check OVO’s current compatibility list before ordering. If the customer has solar panels, OVO also advises making sure they can connect through a compatible solar-ready charger.
myenergi Zappi
Worth checking where OVO and solar compatibility are both part of the brief.
View Zappi range
Andersen Quartz
A design-led option to check against OVO’s latest compatibility list.
View Andersen QuartzBritish Gas EV Power
British Gas EV Power is one of the simplest tariffs in this guide. It is currently advertised at 9p/kWh between 12am and 5am, and British Gas states that it works with any make of EV and home charger. That makes it useful for customers who do not want to rely on a specific charger integration.
The main check is whether the household has, or can get, the required smart electricity meter. Buyers should also compare the daytime unit rate and standing charge before switching.
Check current British Gas EV Power details.
LAMPS chargers to pair with British Gas EV Power
Because British Gas EV Power is a simple overnight tariff, the key charger requirement is reliable scheduling and a suitable installation.
ScottishPower EV Saver and EV Optimise
ScottishPower offers two different EV routes. EV Saver is the simpler overnight tariff, currently advertised at 8.5p/kWh between midnight and 5am. EV Optimise is a smart charging route, currently advertised at 8p/kWh for eligible smart charging sessions.
EV Saver is easier to understand if the customer is usually plugged in overnight. EV Optimise is more flexible, but it depends on ScottishPower eligibility, smart meter setup, compatible vehicle and charger requirements.
Check current ScottishPower EV Saver details or check current ScottishPower EV Optimise details.
LAMPS chargers to check with ScottishPower
For EV Optimise, check ScottishPower’s current eligibility survey before ordering. For EV Saver, most smart chargers can be scheduled to charge during the overnight window.
myenergi Zappi
Good to compare where solar and overnight scheduling are both relevant.
View Zappi rangeEDF GoElectric
EDF GoElectric is currently one of the strongest simple overnight tariffs in this guide. EDF lists the off-peak rate at 6.99p/kWh from 11pm to 6am and states that the tariff is compatible with any electric vehicle and any charger.
That makes it attractive for customers who want a low overnight rate without having to build the entire setup around a specific charger integration. The main checks are smart meter eligibility, tariff duration, daytime rate, standing charge and any exit fee.
Check current EDF GoElectric details.
LAMPS chargers to pair with EDF GoElectric
Because EDF GoElectric is presented as compatible with any EV and charger, the charger decision can be based on the property, cable preference and installation design.
Other EV suppliers to check directly
The main comparison above focuses on the EV tariffs requested for this June 2026 guide. Some drivers may also want to check other suppliers directly, especially where they already have bundled services or strong preferences around supplier ethos.
Utility Warehouse
Utility Warehouse may be worth checking directly if the customer is already using, or considering, bundled UW services. Compare the full household cost, not just the EV headline rate.
Check Utility Warehouse
Good Energy
Good Energy is still a supplier some EV drivers search for, especially where supplier ethos matters. Check its current tariff information directly before comparing it with the main EV tariffs above.
Check Good EnergySmart tariffs and running costs
Smart tariffs can be very strong when the charger, vehicle, app and smart meter all work together. They are also more likely to create confusion if one part of the setup is not compatible.
Before recommending a tariff to a customer, check four things: whether the customer can charge during the cheap window, whether the cheap rate applies to the whole home or only managed EV charging, whether the charger or vehicle is supported, and whether the daytime rate still makes sense for the household.
If Octopus is part of the shortlist, read the LAMPS guide to what EV chargers work with Octopus Intelligent Go.
What if your charger is not compatible?
If the customer’s charger is not supported by a smart tariff, a simple overnight tariff may still work well. In that case, the driver usually sets a charging schedule in the vehicle app or charger app and charges during the fixed cheap-rate window.
This is why EDF GoElectric, British Gas EV Power, E.ON Next Drive and ScottishPower EV Saver remain useful. They are simpler to understand and can be easier to specify when the customer does not want to depend on a specific charger integration.
Final buying advice
Choose the tariff first if the customer is driven mainly by smart charging costs. Choose the charger first if the customer is driven mainly by installation practicality, cable length, solar charging or appearance. The best result usually comes from checking both together.
Browse home EV chargers, compare wider EV charging products, and make sure the installation has the correct supporting components, including EV cabling, EV circuit protection and EV ancillaries.
LAMPS is an independent electrical and renewables wholesaler, so the aim is to help installers, trade buyers and technically minded homeowners choose the right equipment for the job, not just the first charger that appears on a supplier compatibility list. If you are unsure what to order, email [email protected] with the charger shortlist, tariff being considered and installation requirements.
EV tariff FAQs
What is the best EV tariff in the UK in June 2026?
The best EV tariff depends on the customer’s charging pattern and compatibility. EDF GoElectric currently has the lowest simple overnight rate in this guide, while Intelligent Octopus Go, E.ON Next Drive Smart and ScottishPower EV Optimise are strong smart-tariff options for eligible customers.
What is the cheapest EV tariff in June 2026?
Among the tariffs covered here, EDF GoElectric has the cheapest advertised simple off-peak rate at 6.99p/kWh from 11pm to 6am. Smart tariffs from Octopus, E.ON and ScottishPower advertise 8p/kWh rates, but eligibility and compatibility matter.
Is Intelligent Octopus Go still worth it?
Intelligent Octopus Go is still worth checking if the customer has a compatible EV or charger and is comfortable with app-managed smart charging. It offers a strong 8p/kWh smart charging rate and a useful whole-home overnight window, but it is not the right fit for every charger or vehicle.
Is OVO Charge Anytime still a simple 7p tariff?
No. OVO Charge Anytime is now better treated as a monthly-plan or pay-as-you-go smart charging product. OVO’s pay-as-you-go smart charging rate is currently listed at 14p/kWh, while monthly plans include defined home charging allowances and public charging voucher value.
Do EV tariffs need a smart meter?
Usually, yes. Most EV tariffs require a smart electricity meter, and smart tariffs may also require half-hourly readings. Always check the supplier’s current eligibility rules before switching.
Which EV tariff works with any charger?
EDF GoElectric and British Gas EV Power are currently presented as working with any EV and home charger, subject to smart meter and supplier eligibility rules. E.ON Next Drive is also a simple overnight option where charging can usually be scheduled manually.
What is the best EV tariff if I have solar panels?
There is no single best EV tariff for every solar home. Zappi is often a strong charger to compare for solar-led installs, while tariffs such as Octopus Intelligent Go, EDF GoElectric and British Gas EV Power may suit different solar and charging routines. Check the charger, export tariff, battery setup and CT clamp requirements together.
Is the lowest off-peak rate always the cheapest tariff?
No. The cheapest off-peak rate can be outweighed by a higher daytime rate, standing charge, exit fee or compatibility limitation. Compare the full household energy pattern, not just the EV charging rate.
Which chargers should I compare for smart EV tariffs?
Start with the charger brands that appear on the supplier’s current compatibility list. For LAMPS customers, common smart tariff research options include Ohme Home Pro, Ohme ePod, myenergi Zappi, Hypervolt Home 3 Pro, Andersen Quartz and Easee One, depending on the tariff.